What colour should I order?

ciniqk231 · 06-12-2021, 04:59 AM

Ordered a M3C Xdrive currently in Brooklyn Grey with 826m Black wheels, red calipers + exterior carbon pack
the spec is getting locked in soon for a july production and they want me to finalize the color
currently tossing between brooklyn grey or portimao blue,
haven't seen the blue in person,

I know colours are all subjective but would appreciate any input

MKParris · 06-12-2021, 05:31 AM

I just dont like blue cars. Obviously I went with BG.

mattburks · 06-12-2021, 06:42 AM

Ditto^

chicagofan00 · 06-12-2021, 08:49 AM

The other exterior options you've picked will really pop against the BG.

Gfit · 06-12-2021, 09:35 AM

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The other exterior options you've picked will really pop against the BG.

Between the two, BG I guess. Just that it's on everything these days from Civics to Pick Ups.

chicagofan00 · 06-12-2021, 10:08 AM

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Originally Posted by chicagofan00

The other exterior options you've picked will really pop against the BG.

Between the two, BG I guess. Just that it's on everything these days from Civics to Pick Ups.

I agree there, it seems to be getting put on all types of vehicles lately. I will say though, the G8x seems to wear it the best.

snareman · 06-12-2021, 01:15 PM

This is an obvious statement, but you want us to pick a color for you? What issues thoughts or concerns are you having with the different colors? Perhaps that might help us give you a more useful opinion other than "this is the color I like [for you]"

That said, PB doesn't excite me too much. It's nice, but too close to Estoril for me and that color is now like 6 years old in the BMW line up having been in the last generation. And personally I wanted a color that wasn't available on the regular cars to make mine feel a little more special to me. So, for those reasons, no PB for me. As for BG, I haven't seen it in person to be able to have an informed opinion on it.

evilalien · 06-12-2021, 01:36 PM

I'm going with Portimao because I can't get Santorini. I like blue, but not too dark (such as Tanzanite). I do like the greys, and might consider Skyscraper if blue cars wasn't such a thing for me. I've seen PB in person, overcast rainy day. It, like many colours, aren't really exciting in those conditions. I'm considering xpel stealth on mine, because what I really wanted was Frozen Portimao without the complications that frozen or matte finishes entail.

paulso · 06-12-2021, 04:01 PM

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Originally Posted by evilalien

I'm going with Portimao because I can't get Santorini. I like blue, but not too dark (such as Tanzanite). I do like the greys, and might consider Skyscraper if blue cars wasn't such a thing for me. I've seen PB in person, overcast rainy day. It, like many colours, aren't really exciting in those conditions. I'm considering xpel stealth on mine, because what I really wanted was Frozen Portimao without the complications that frozen or matte finishes entail.

Was santorini rejected?

Bimmer TiM3 · 06-12-2021, 04:14 PM

I had an Audi RS5 in what they call Quantum Grey. Ended up hating the color. No pop to colors like that. But it's your ride and your choice. Good luck and enjoy

evilalien · 06-12-2021, 08:47 PM

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Was santorini rejected?

No, but logistically and financially not feasible. Apparently Canadians get screwed. It'll be ~$9000 and a 5 month production delay. That delay also means delivery in 2022, after a new vehicle luxury tax kicks in for any vehicle over $100k CAD.

I want a lighter blue, but not that much. Instead, I'm going to get Portimao and getting quotes on xpel including stealth to give it the satin look and protection without the extra complications that come frozen paint.

snareman · 06-13-2021, 07:48 AM

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Originally Posted by evilalien

No, but logistically and financially not feasible. Apparently Canadians get screwed. It'll be ~$9000 and a 5 month production delay. That delay also means delivery in 2022, after a new vehicle luxury tax kicks in for any vehicle over $100k CAD.

That's insane. We may not get super bright headlights in the US but at least we get some relatively reasonable pricing compared to other places.

Saturatedfat · 06-13-2021, 07:52 AM

Isle of man green

evilalien · 06-13-2021, 10:53 AM

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Originally Posted by snareman

That's insane. We may not get super bright headlights in the US but at least we get some relatively reasonable pricing compared to other places.

It is. Frustrating development in the saga, but it is what it is. Sometimes Canadians can't have all the nice things unless we move south

///AVM · 06-13-2021, 10:58 AM

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It is. Frustrating development in the saga, but it is what it is. Sometimes Canadians can't have all the nice things unless we move south

Hang in there evilalien . . . it wont be long before Trudeau is hanging from a rope attached to a rafter . . . and Grapes will be back where he belongs.

///AVM

evilalien · 06-13-2021, 11:10 AM

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Hang in there evilalien . . . it wont be long before Trudeau is hanging from a rope attached to a rafter . . . and Grapes will be back where he belongs.

///AVM

LOL

I don't blame the current government. The extra luxury tax sucks, but it motivates me to get the car by year-end. I'm in that "can afford the car due to my discipline and planning" financial state, not at the "I don't care about the cost, this will be my Tuesday car while I save my Mclaren for the weekends" stage.

I know I could take my career to WA state with no income tax and all the rest of the benefits. I'd rather keep my high taxes, standard paint only (and I know you like the Portimao too), and still be in Canada.

Grapes won't be back, I can't see him joining us in the current century and drop the bigot schtick any time soon. It's his brand. Unfortunately, his brand sucks. I go to Kevin Bieksa for my commentary truth-telling now.

Jproos · 06-13-2021, 03:01 PM

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Originally Posted by evilalien

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Originally Posted by snareman

That's insane. We may not get super bright headlights in the US but at least we get some relatively reasonable pricing compared to other places.

It is. Frustrating development in the saga, but it is what it is. Sometimes Canadians can't have all the nice things unless we move south

You don't say

Hanibal74 · 06-13-2021, 11:16 PM

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Originally Posted by evilalien

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Originally Posted by paulso

Was santorini rejected?

No, but logistically and financially not feasible. Apparently Canadians get screwed. It'll be ~$9000 and a 5 month production delay. That delay also means delivery in 2022, after a new vehicle luxury tax kicks in for any vehicle over $100k CAD.

I want a lighter blue, but not that much. Instead, I'm going to get Portimao and getting quotes on xpel including stealth to give it the satin look and protection without the extra complications that come frozen paint.

Lol I would gladly pay 100k for a M3. My M3 XDrive was priced at 200k before discounts in Australia. The luxury car tax is about 21k alone.

LSM · 06-14-2021, 12:03 AM

Tuff call there. That blue is available across the BMW line but I think it looks pretty good. Would have preferred they offered the gorgeous m exclusive Marina bay Blue.

That said I voted the blue as the Brooklyn Grey looks dull

evilalien · 06-14-2021, 10:05 AM

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Originally Posted by Hanibal74

Lol I would gladly pay 100k for a M3. My M3 XDrive was priced at 200k before discounts in Australia. The luxury car tax is about 21k alone.

Wow.

1:1.07 CAD:AUD. 1:0.83 CAD:USD. You guys get screwed!

LuvMyE92 · 06-14-2021, 10:46 AM

LOL, I just voted and it's exactly even.

I have BG, but I love that blue (and that's what I voted for).

When I was going to order, I had decided on the Isle of Green but if I had to do it all over again, I'd probably just get it in black because it looks so awesome.

modat · 06-14-2021, 11:05 AM

I said blue. And thats only BC I have BG and dont want another one on the streets

View Poll Results: What Colour Should I get
Portimao Blue	34	49.28%
Brooklyn Grey	35	50.72%
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06-12-2021, 04:59 AM	#1
ciniqk231 New Member 0 Rep 8 Posts Drives: Ordered g80 m3 comp Xdrive Join Date: Jun 2021 Location: Australia, QLD iTrader: (0)	What colour should I order? Ordered a M3C Xdrive currently in Brooklyn Grey with 826m Black wheels, red calipers + exterior carbon pack the spec is getting locked in soon for a july production and they want me to finalize the color currently tossing between brooklyn grey or portimao blue, haven't seen the blue in person, I know colours are all subjective but would appreciate any input Last edited by ciniqk231; 06-12-2021 at 05:20 AM..
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MKParris Major 908 Rep 1,110 Posts Drives: M3CX Join Date: Dec 2009 Location: South Florida iTrader: (0) Garage List 2022 M3 Comp Xdrive [0.00]	I just dont like blue cars. Obviously I went with BG. __________________ Sold: 2008 335i, 2015 M3, 2018 M3, 2020 M2 Comp Current: 2022 M3 CompX, 2024 M2 6-Spd
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chicagofan00 Major General 19134 Rep 8,023 Posts Drives: 2024 X5 M60i Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: Phoenix iTrader: (1) Garage List 2024 BMW X5 M60i [10.00]	The other exterior options you've picked will really pop against the BG. __________________ Instagram: @Phxrisingphotography Current - 2024 G05 X5 ///M60i in Java Green Past - 2005 E53 X5 3.0i in Titanium Silver; 2008 E92 335i in Montego Blue; 2019 G01 X3 M40i in Glacier Silver; 2022 G80 M3 Competition in Twilight Purple
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06-12-2021, 01:15 PM	#7
snareman Leave the gun. Take the Canoli. 9051 Rep 7,621 Posts Drives: ///M8 & X3 ///M40 Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Ohio iTrader: (0)	This is an obvious statement, but you want us to pick a color for you? What issues thoughts or concerns are you having with the different colors? Perhaps that might help us give you a more useful opinion other than "this is the color I like [for you]" That said, PB doesn't excite me too much. It's nice, but too close to Estoril for me and that color is now like 6 years old in the BMW line up having been in the last generation. And personally I wanted a color that wasn't available on the regular cars to make mine feel a little more special to me. So, for those reasons, no PB for me. As for BG, I haven't seen it in person to be able to have an informed opinion on it. __________________ Current: 2023 Santorini Blue ///M8 \|\|\| 2023 X3 M40 Retired: 2021 Enzian Blue ///M4 \|\|\| 2018 ///M4 \|\|\| 2017 ///M4 \|\|\| 2014 435i \|\|\| 2009 335i Coupe \|\|\| 2007 335i Coupe
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Bimmer TiM3 Private First Class 251 Rep 142 Posts Drives: BMW G80 M3 Competition Join Date: May 2021 Location: Tennessee iTrader: (0)	I had an Audi RS5 in what they call Quantum Grey. Ended up hating the color. No pop to colors like that. But it's your ride and your choice. Good luck and enjoy
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Saturatedfat Private First Class 187 Rep 143 Posts Drives: BMW M3 Join Date: Oct 2020 Location: FL iTrader: (0)	Isle of man green
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LSM Lieutenant Colonel 1118 Rep 1,809 Posts Drives: 2024 Porsche 911 GTS Cab Join Date: Aug 2011 Location: United States iTrader: (0)	Tuff call there. That blue is available across the BMW line but I think it looks pretty good. Would have preferred they offered the gorgeous m exclusive Marina bay Blue. That said I voted the blue as the Brooklyn Grey looks dull __________________ 2024 Porsche 911 GTS Cabriolet
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LuvMyE92 Occasionally frequent poster 3000 Rep 2,744 Posts Drives: CT5V-Blackwing Join Date: Jan 2008 Location: RTP NC, USA iTrader: (0)	LOL, I just voted and it's exactly even. I have BG, but I love that blue (and that's what I voted for). When I was going to order, I had decided on the Isle of Green but if I had to do it all over again, I'd probably just get it in black because it looks so awesome. __________________ Current inventory: F22 & G05 Cadillac CT5-V Blackwing w/3 pedals Past: E24,E28(3),E34,E36,E37,E38(2),E39(4),E46,E89,E92 (obviously),F01,F06,F10,F30,F87,G12,G30(2),G82(2)
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06-14-2021, 11:05 AM	#22
modat Lieutenant Colonel 2463 Rep 1,738 Posts Drives: 2022 IOMG M3 Xdrive Join Date: Feb 2014 Location: NJ iTrader: (0)	I said blue. And thats only BC I have BG and dont want another one on the streets
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