Anyone here change the color of their car? - Page 3 - LotusTalk

IamBatman · 07-24-2008, 06:32 PM

you can always cover your entire car with vinyl. I saw a Supra (I think) covered with matte black and it looked pretty cool.... I've been thinking about doing that on my Exige so I don't have to worry about scratches and swirlmarks. I have no idea how much it will cost though... material will probably be cheap but labor will be $$$$ and the results will be highly dependent on the skill of the shop.

noobified · 07-24-2008, 06:36 PM

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Originally Posted by serpentor

you can always cover your entire car with vinyl. I saw a Supra (I think) covered with matte black and it looked pretty cool.... I've been thinking about doing that on my Exige so I don't have to worry about scratches and swirlmarks. I have no idea how much it will cost though... material will probably be cheap but labor will be $$$$ and the results will be highly dependent on the skill of the shop.

I had some experience with vinyl graphics back in my ricer car days. I saw some paint jobs get damaged from the removal of the vinyl stickers. I'd be wary about doing that. What if the Starshield folks came out with colored Starshields?

def · 07-24-2008, 06:40 PM

Knucklehead's elise (search for his threads) is like the lexus RX dark dark gray. Looks pretty good

Mag · 07-24-2008, 06:41 PM

for me, paint and front windshields are treated as a consumable like tires and engine oil. Otherwise I'd never be able to enjoy the car, worrying where I park, how close to follow other cars, track driving etc... as for retaining value of the car, use a reputable place and keep the receipt, that should be OK for most potential buyers, unless they are collector types. I would put that 3M stuff over the headlight/turn signals though.

Rei · 07-24-2008, 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Mag

for me, paint and front windshields are treated as a consumable like tires and engine oil. Otherwise I'd never be able to enjoy the car, worrying where I park, how close to follow other cars, track driving etc... as for retaining value of the car, use a reputable place and keep the receipt, that should be OK for most potential buyers, unless they are collector types. I would put that 3M stuff over the headlight/turn signals though.

I agree fully, does anyone else put 3m on their bumper, and fender arches. Sticky tires tend to spit up lots of dirt and dead rubber onto the paint.

BertPervert · 07-25-2008, 12:14 AM

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Originally Posted by Jamncali

Here is my car in it's new yellow. Btw this was taken from a cell phone on a cloudy day. I'll have some higher quality pictures posted in a bit when i go back to DentWerks. The black Exige S is Julio's from DentWerks he will also change his color as well, he will be doing something really special. I couldn't be happier with their work and the finish product, 101% happy!

Let me know what you think!

Does anyone know what color orange that lotus is? Or is that the stock lotus Yellow? I cant tell, look nice thought really cool color.

knucklehead · 07-25-2008, 12:30 AM

It's a custom non Lotus color. "So bright I had to wear sunglasses" it's stunning in person. You can't see the stripes in the pics, to bad it's the coolest part.

Chris Mackey · 07-25-2008, 12:41 AM

I like it, a whole lot. Totally eye catching.

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Originally Posted by AnsisK

arcticlighting painted his Exige a badass ultra metallic green. I think it worked out great, but the ET community was totally negative about the final so I don't think he ever posted the finished product. It's a shame, because I think it looked freaking amazing.

BertPervert · 07-25-2008, 12:44 AM

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Originally Posted by knucklehead

It's a custom non Lotus color. "So bright I had to wear sunglasses" it's stunning in person. You can't see the stripes in the pics, to bad it's the coolest part.

That car has stripes?

knucklehead · 07-25-2008, 12:54 AM

muttpep · 07-25-2008, 07:45 AM

One center stripe with two small offsets. The color is amazing (lighter yellow than I would personally go, but great nonetheless) and the stripes are great!

muttpep · 07-25-2008, 07:49 AM

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Originally Posted by BertPervert

Does anyone know what color orange that lotus is? Or is that the stock lotus Yellow? I cant tell, look nice thought really cool color.

Looks like SY to me!

yellowc5 · 07-25-2008, 08:54 AM

Chris I am with you. That is one great looking color on the Utra metallic green.
IMO a whole lot better then the Krypton green. (please dont take offense if yours is that color)

Jamncali · 07-25-2008, 12:22 PM

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Originally Posted by muttpep

Looks like SY to me!

The other Lotus in the picture is Solar Yellow. My Exige's yellow is close in tone to Ferrari Fly Yellow.

Frips_Girl · 07-25-2008, 12:36 PM

I agree. A vinyl wrap when done properly can look amazing... plus you can do all sorts of crazy graphics as they don't cost anymore to do. You can change it up every few years or every few months if you really wanted to.

Oh, and the vinyl wrap protects the car from chips. Another bonus.

Bavarian Motorist · 07-25-2008, 12:40 PM

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Originally Posted by AnsisK

arcticlighting painted his Exige a badass ultra metallic green. I think it worked out great, but the ET community was totally negative about the final so I don't think he ever posted the finished product. It's a shame, because I think it looked freaking amazing.

Really like that color.

I love Laser Blue...wish it was pearlescent though. If I did change colors, I'd go pearlescent orange or "Pearl Orange" on Lamborghinis.

Bavarian Motorist · 07-25-2008, 12:41 PM

Speaking of Lambo colors, I'm surprised no one mentioned this thread...

Elise repainted VERDE ITHACA

Elise repainted in Verde Ithaca

charliex · 07-25-2008, 01:09 PM

jamie, can't wait to see it in the flesh.

dunno about black flake colour changing, talk to HOK see what they can do.

knucklehead · 07-25-2008, 01:16 PM

The person that bought Randy Chase's SC Elise is having his car painted a custom color. I don't want to spoil the unveiling, but so far it looks awesome.

steuspeed · 07-25-2008, 05:23 PM

Jamncali,

Looks like Lightning Yellow.

07-24-2008, 06:32 PM	#41 (permalink)
IamBatman Rock Hard Member Join Date: May 2006 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 916	you can always cover your entire car with vinyl. I saw a Supra (I think) covered with matte black and it looked pretty cool.... I've been thinking about doing that on my Exige so I don't have to worry about scratches and swirlmarks. I have no idea how much it will cost though... material will probably be cheap but labor will be $$$$ and the results will be highly dependent on the skill of the shop. __________________ Phantom Black 2007 Exige S. All options. Black 01' Mustang Cobra 'Vert ("some" modifications) daily driver User formerly known as serpentor

07-24-2008, 06:40 PM	#43 (permalink)
def ...ault Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 2,108	Knucklehead's elise (search for his threads) is like the lexus RX dark dark gray. Looks pretty good __________________ //kevin - 05 Graphite Gray - Red Touring / LSS / Starshield / Stage 2 + more

07-24-2008, 06:41 PM	#44 (permalink)
Mag Madness... Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Hong Kong SAR Posts: 357	for me, paint and front windshields are treated as a consumable like tires and engine oil. Otherwise I'd never be able to enjoy the car, worrying where I park, how close to follow other cars, track driving etc... as for retaining value of the car, use a reputable place and keep the receipt, that should be OK for most potential buyers, unless they are collector types. I would put that 3M stuff over the headlight/turn signals though. __________________ 91 NSX, 3.2L ITB (in progress) 93 Supra TT 95 BCNR33 GTR, 2.8L TT 00 s2000, 2.2L 08 Exige S240

07-25-2008, 12:30 AM	#47 (permalink)
knucklehead Registered User Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Marina del Rey, CA Posts: 3,001	It's a custom non Lotus color. "So bright I had to wear sunglasses" it's stunning in person. You can't see the stripes in the pics, to bad it's the coolest part. __________________ Jacob Join Lotuscar.ning.com for LA Lotus social events 05 Exise, 2bular 6 inch exhaust. BWR double adjustable Penske shocks, Hypercoil springs, HIDs, BWR front sway bar, Light weight PC680 battery w/BWR brace, BWR Black badges and wheel centers, Custom SCC paint job, SCC OEM Exige mesh kit and Exige rear clam details, LSD, Lotus sport clutch and light weight fly wheel. Sector front splitter. Stebel horn. Multivex Mirrors. Volk CE28 wheels

07-25-2008, 12:54 AM	#50 (permalink)
knucklehead Registered User Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Marina del Rey, CA Posts: 3,001	Yep __________________ Jacob Join Lotuscar.ning.com for LA Lotus social events 05 Exise, 2bular 6 inch exhaust. BWR double adjustable Penske shocks, Hypercoil springs, HIDs, BWR front sway bar, Light weight PC680 battery w/BWR brace, BWR Black badges and wheel centers, Custom SCC paint job, SCC OEM Exige mesh kit and Exige rear clam details, LSD, Lotus sport clutch and light weight fly wheel. Sector front splitter. Stebel horn. Multivex Mirrors. Volk CE28 wheels

07-25-2008, 07:45 AM	#51 (permalink)
muttpep I ain't Yella' Join Date: Jul 2007 Location: Porter Ranch Posts: 330	One center stripe with two small offsets. The color is amazing (lighter yellow than I would personally go, but great nonetheless) and the stripes are great! __________________ WARNING: Objects in mirror are bigger than your Elise! . . . 2005 SY Elise. Sport Pack, Touring Pack, Beverly Hills Lotus "Stage II" exhaust, Venture industries starshield.

07-25-2008, 08:54 AM	#53 (permalink)
yellowc5 Registered User Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Gilbert, SC Posts: 85 Images: 10	Chris I am with you. That is one great looking color on the Utra metallic green. IMO a whole lot better then the Krypton green. (please dont take offense if yours is that color) __________________ 2006 Lotus Elise LSS Chili Red 2003 Toyota MR2 daily driver Ex-Vehicles: 2004 Corvette Z06 Lemans Comm, 2004 Nissan 350Z Roadster, 2003 Corvette Conv, 2001 Honda S2000, 2000 Mazda Miata, 1999 Mitsubishi 3000GT SL, 1976,1980 & 1986 Fiat X1/9's, 1990 Nissan 300ZX Twin Turbo daily driver

07-25-2008, 12:36 PM	#55 (permalink)
Frips_Girl Registered User Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Toronto & SoCal... currently in Toronto Posts: 15	I agree. A vinyl wrap when done properly can look amazing... plus you can do all sorts of crazy graphics as they don't cost anymore to do. You can change it up every few years or every few months if you really wanted to. Oh, and the vinyl wrap protects the car from chips. Another bonus.

07-25-2008, 12:41 PM	#57 (permalink)
Bavarian Motorist Live to Drive Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Rye, NY Posts: 8,387	Speaking of Lambo colors, I'm surprised no one mentioned this thread... Elise repainted VERDE ITHACA Elise repainted in Verde Ithaca __________________ Driving a Lotus Exige with sticky... performance tires on icy roads or in standing water is about as much fun as walking a high wire treated with WD-40 - Car & Driver BWR supercharged... I suppose I "got the power" now??

07-25-2008, 01:09 PM	#58 (permalink)
charliex disproving HD MTBF daily Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Las Vegas , NV Posts: 8,290	jamie, can't wait to see it in the flesh. dunno about black flake colour changing, talk to HOK see what they can do. __________________ Black Exige S - http://goth.am 265 Mule / Elan M100 ECU Tuning, http://www.elisetalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=39660 Arguing with an engineer is like wrestling with a pig in mud. After a while, you realise the pig is enjoying it.

07-25-2008, 01:16 PM	#59 (permalink)
knucklehead Registered User Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Marina del Rey, CA Posts: 3,001	The person that bought Randy Chase's SC Elise is having his car painted a custom color. I don't want to spoil the unveiling, but so far it looks awesome. __________________ Jacob Join Lotuscar.ning.com for LA Lotus social events 05 Exise, 2bular 6 inch exhaust. BWR double adjustable Penske shocks, Hypercoil springs, HIDs, BWR front sway bar, Light weight PC680 battery w/BWR brace, BWR Black badges and wheel centers, Custom SCC paint job, SCC OEM Exige mesh kit and Exige rear clam details, LSD, Lotus sport clutch and light weight fly wheel. Sector front splitter. Stebel horn. Multivex Mirrors. Volk CE28 wheels

07-25-2008, 05:23 PM	#60 (permalink)
steuspeed Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 829	Jamncali, Looks like Lightning Yellow. Attached Images

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