Deep Blue Metallic Help

[Eddie1218]

I have an odd request but let me explain my situation. This is my 3rd quarter in a row that I am putting in an order for my M3P. Been on military deployment since Feb and kept getting extended . Resulting in missing 2 delivery windows. I should be back for this quarters deliveries. I need help with my color choice because I have not seen and will not be able to see a M3P in person in time to put a order in for delivery this quarter. I do not have YouTube or any video streaming access but have been able to see pics on the forum.

I am either going to put an order in for my safe configuration White / White or hopeful Blue / White.

The issue I have is every picture I see of Deep Blue Metallic looks so different. Plus, its a picture on a monitor. So it is not a good representation. Hoping you all can help me out with my final decision.

Is DBM more of a Navy Blue or Royal Blue shade?

Does the shade change depending on light?

What color is the metallic flake?

Does it show off the lines well?

Thanks for you help in advance.

 

[Merrill]

I have an odd request but let me explain my situation. This is my 3rd quarter in a row that I am putting in an order for my M3P. Been on military deployment since Feb and kept getting extended . Resulting in missing 2 delivery windows. I should be back for this quarters deliveries. I need help with my color choice because I have not seen and will not be able to see a M3P in person in time to put a order in for delivery this quarter. I do not have YouTube or any video streaming access but have been able to see pics on the forum.

I am either going to put an order in for my safe configuration White / White or hopeful Blue / White.

The issue I have is every picture I see of Deep Blue Metallic looks so different. Plus, its a picture on a monitor. So it is not a good representation. Hoping you all can help me out with my final decision.

Is DBM more of a Navy Blue or Royal Blue shade?

Does the shade change depending on light?

What color is the metallic flake?

Does it show off the lines well?

Thanks for you help in advance.

We have a 2016 Model X with deep blue metallic, not sure the color on the new cars is the same but we really like it. More royal blue, no real changes with the light, not that much metallic.

 

[geekflyer]

when it's dark/cloudy it definitely looks more like a navy blue. In really bright light (sun or artificial) it looks a bit like a mix of royal and navy.
I just took delivery of a white/white 2021 Model 3 and honestly in hindsight I feel like I should've gotten blue/white.
The blue is extremely glossy/reflective (and is the most reflective of all M3 colors) which makes it look really awesome in good light and when it's washed.
The only downside is that it shows dirt and scratches more quickly than white, esp. with light reflections.
It's still a rather dark blue though, which is one of the reasons I didn't order it in that color.
Prior to 2021 Model, I would've definitely said the white/white is better than blue/white, mostly because the chrome just looked stupid on the blue one, but with the new black trim the blue one looks pretty cool as the trim blends in well with the rest of the exterior.
Also btw blue hides panel gaps better than white, since these gaps usually appear as black (due to less light) and black hides better on blue than white.

I'm considering to wrap my white/white M3 in indulgent blue btw: https://www.facebook.com/KPMFUSA/photos/pcb.1582621291837916/1582621075171271/

 

[Knowledge]

I find it mostly navy than royal in many lighting situations, very lacking IMO. However, in bright directional sunlight you can see more of a metallic royal.

Natural light

Added light

 

[Eddie1218]

Thanks for the help. I might just have to flip a coin. Best out of 5!!! Like both colors. Its a good "problem" to have considering the state of the world.

 

[texastodd]

Blue on White!

 

[Eddie1218]

Thanks for the information. My SA updated my profile and I should be taking delivery a week or two upon returning from deployment.

 

[AdamVIP]

I have an odd request but let me explain my situation. This is my 3rd quarter in a row that I am putting in an order for my M3P. Been on military deployment since Feb and kept getting extended . Resulting in missing 2 delivery windows. I should be back for this quarters deliveries. I need help with my color choice because I have not seen and will not be able to see a M3P in person in time to put a order in for delivery this quarter. I do not have YouTube or any video streaming access but have been able to see pics on the forum.

I am either going to put an order in for my safe configuration White / White or hopeful Blue / White.

The issue I have is every picture I see of Deep Blue Metallic looks so different. Plus, its a picture on a monitor. So it is not a good representation. Hoping you all can help me out with my final decision.

Is DBM more of a Navy Blue or Royal Blue shade?

Does the shade change depending on light?

What color is the metallic flake?

Does it show off the lines well?

Thanks for you help in advance.

In my experience its dark most of the time. In direct sunlight you'll get some nice sparkle but it never looks like it does on the display and the slightest amount of dust and it wont brighten up as well.

 

[Ampre Sand]

Really happy with the Deep Blue Metallic on my 2021. Depending on the angle of the sun, it can push towards violet, which is really quite striking. With the new black trim and standard aero wheels, it's a stunning combo. It looks fantastic with either interior option. It does show dust and scratches faster than a light color, though, but not nearly as unforgiving as gloss black.

Having seen all the colors, I don't think you can go wrong with any of them.

 

[john94si]

bright sun no filters just yesterday

 

[JBailey895]

Hey Eddie:
Thanks for your service. I have an M3P in blue, but bought white seat covers. Feel free to check it out if you haven't ordered yet, I'm in San Diego too, and about to list it for sale. View attachment 630168 View attachment 630168

 

[JATinNH]

@Eddie1218 - Can't believe I'm suggesting anything other than white seats (love them!) but, one thing to consider: the DBM Performance looks so good with the darker wheels and chrome delete, you may also appreciate the camouflage effect of having the black interior. As much as I love the white seats, it can add to the already aquarium-like look from the front. With the backdrop of the white seats and the huge window and the stadium seating, I do feel a little bit on display sometimes from the front. Black interior helps a bit with that. Anyway, it's something I hadn't considered before.... and will consider on my next vehicle....before probably ordering white seats again.

 

[ryguy]

I like you was unsure of the blue - looks light in some photos and don't really like the new image on the Tesla interior screen. However, mine is ceramic coated and about twice a hear I use a reload spray to maintain. It slightly darkens the color and to me looks perfect. I've received many compliments from people thinking it's been painted a deeper blue.

 

[MyTessi88]

I have deep blue metallic and it is a great color! Very happy with how it turned out!

 

[Need]

My wife has a DBM MX with white seats. If she didn't forbid me to have 2 Tesla the same color, I would probably ended up with the same combo. My M3 is white/white instead. One thing about DBM, it is so much easier to wash. White exterior shows dirt extremely well especially the rocker panels and inside all the doors and trunk. The Tesla DBM color is probably one of the best looking blue color on cars.

 

[Michael A]

I just bought a 2018 Dual Motor in DBM, my front bumper is ever so slightly lighter then the rest of the car. Seems that most of the posted photos here show the same slightly lighter front bumper.

 

[SummerlinChiro]

I just bought a 2018 Dual Motor in DBM, my front bumper is ever so slightly lighter then the rest of the car. Seems that most of the posted photos here show the same slightly lighter front bumper.

Super common on many, many new cars. The bumper cover being a slightly different tone than the steel body that is...

 

[byxpark]

Do you guys know if tesla has changed their exterior blue color over time? For example, I know Tesla's white changed overtime because now they multi-coat it whereas before it was plain white. Please let me know!

 

[quikshifter]

blue always stayed the same

 

[quikshifter]

I just bought a 2018 Dual Motor in DBM, my front bumper is ever so slightly lighter then the rest of the car. Seems that most of the posted photos here show the same slightly lighter front bumper.

if you got it used, probably front bumper has been replaced/repainted.