Here is what really annoys me about extra cost paint "options".

[dsvick]

Most people don't like black cars. So charging extra for any other color will result in more people not getting the unoptioned base model.
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In fact, black was probably chosen as the "base" color *because* it is just about the least popular color (or at least the color that the maximum number of people find unacceptable).

Black is usually the second or third most popular color on almost every automotive color survey I've seen.

 

[Zaphod]

Don't like the color, just take it here....

 

[JeffK]

Don't like the color, just take it here....

I'm going to have nightmares now after watching that video...

 

[ModelNforNerd]

I just want my Day One Linestander Signature Red.

 

[graphic]

I just want my Day One Linestander Signature Red.

I love Black (My Honda Sport is Black) cars, and I plan to get the Black or White Model 3. Later I will paint my car the exact pantone color for Tesla Signature Red (I think they use Pantone Colors). I will also have the front, back, and 2 side "T" emblems gold plated so my car stands out from the crowd (different) . I love the way the black Porsche looks with gold plated badges.

 

[ModelNforNerd]

I love Black (My Honda Sport is Black) cars, and I plan to get the Black or White Model 3. Later I will paint my car the exact pantone color for Tesla Signature Red (I think they use Pantone Colors). I will also have the front, back, and 2 side "T" emblems gold plated so my car stands out from the crowd (different) . I love the way the black Porsche looks with gold plated badges.

The only thing I really plan on doing is tinting it.

MMAAYYBBEE a wrap if I'm not thrilled with the colors they make available.

 

[graphic]

The only thing I really plan on doing is tinting it.

I forgot about tint , I do need that here in Texas . I also cant decide on silver, or grey turbine wheels (19"). But I will take the cheapest paint option with tan interior. I definitely want the Signature red color on my Model 3, even if I have to do it myself .

 

[Plug Life]

Musk is the Henry Ford of the 21st century. You can have any colour at no extra cost as long as it's black.

 

[JeffK]

Musk is the Henry Ford of the 21st century. You can have any colour at no extra cost as long as it's black.

Keep in mind the first Model Ts were blue, gray, green, and red. There was no black model Ts available at all for the first 5 years of production.

 

[Plug Life]

Keep in mind the first Model Ts were blue, gray, green, and red. There was no black model Ts available at all for the first 5 years of production.

I keep it.

 

[Economite]

Black is usually the second or third most popular color on almost every automotive color survey I've seen.

Funny... Except for limos/town cars, I almost never see black cars. Maybe it's less popular in California.

Also, I think what's important here is not how many people have black as their preferred color, but how many people consider black to be either a no-go or a seriously undesirable color. Those are the folks who are being pushed to pay extra

 

[Foxhound199]

Funny... Except for limos/town cars, I almost never see black cars. Maybe it's less popular in California.

I feel like black cars are fairly popular in Washington, whereas driving a white car will generally lead people to believe you're from California.

 

[Big Dog]

Except for limos/town cars, I almost never see black cars. Maybe it's less popular in California.

Say what? Three of the last 5 new cars in our office were black: BMW 3-series, BMW M6, and a Mustang GT350. Both BMW's replaced another black car.

Personally, I don't like black, but plenty of folks do, particularly in SoCal.

Per kbb, Black is the #3 most popular color, right behind #2 white, but both are dwarfed by silver (boring). Now maybe that is just bcos they are the cheapest?

Automotive Tools Tips Advice - Kelley Blue Book

 

[insaneoctane]

Is getting a quality vinyl wrap a cost neutral alternative to paying Tesla for upgrading the paint?

 

[Zaphod]

Is getting a quality vinyl wrap a cost neutral alternative to paying Tesla for upgrading the paint?

Depends on the wrap and how much the cost of the paint upgrade is. Assuming $1000-$1500 that it is now, could be close to wash, but good quality wrap job still might cost $2000+.

 

[Economite]

Say what? Three of the last 5 new cars in our office were black: BMW 3-series, BMW M6, and a Mustang GT350. Both BMW's replaced another black car.

Maybe it a high-end car thing. Don't see too many black Hondas/Mazdas. But I might just not be observant

 

[Economite]

Maybe it a high-end car thing. Don't see too many black Hondas/Mazdas. But I might just not be observant

I take it back... Looks like there are a lot more black cars than I thought. Disproportionately clustered amongst upmarket brands, sports cars, SUVs, and large cars. Less common amongst smaller, less expensive, cars.

 

[John E.]

Make it any color you want for under $1000. DipYourCar - World Famous Peelable Auto Paint Then change it every 6 months like @FLDarren does.

What we need now is a user customizable color for the car's screen and the mobile app.

Have you used this product before?

 

[LoL Rick]

Have you used this product before?

Not personally but Darren has. He did 3 or 4 different schemes with Plastidip, 2 with Autoflex and 2 with Raail. For first timers I recommend Plastidip since it is cheaper and more forgiving.

 

[Stolz25]

Not personally but Darren has. He did 3 or 4 different schemes with Plastidip, 2 with Autoflex and 2 with Raail. For first timers I recommend Plastidip since it is cheaper and more forgiving.

I'd be careful on this. I did some research and there are some pretty lengthy debates going about whether plasti dip can ruin your clear coat or not. Nothing definite one way or another.