Model S Shows Its True Colors (Photos)

[Babylonfive]

Hmm maybe my ipad but its very hard to see any details in that picture

Agreed. Something went wackadoo with that... will try again.

David

 

[Babylonfive]

I would love to see a matte black finish. Could make the s really badass with the grey rims.

Trying again!

 

[darthy001]

Much better.. Made me even more curious.. Might consider wrapping my car like that.

 

[metafor]

The new multicoat red has me very interested. Is there going to be a model with it being shown off at one of the stores?

 

[brianman]

The new multicoat red has me very interested. Is there going to be a model with it being shown off at one of the stores?

There is at least one Sunset Red vehicle that was used at some of the Get Amped events. I'm not sure if there are others.

 

[DrDave]

There is at least one Sunset Red vehicle that was used at some of the Get Amped events. I'm not sure if there are others.

Only one so far. Anyone know why they call it multi-coat like the Sig Red and Pearl rather than the other colors?

 

[brianman]

Anyone know why they call it multi-coat like the Sig Red and Pearl rather than the other colors?

Perhaps helpful:
What is the difference between paint jobs?

 

[Trnsl8r]

More on metallic vs. pearl here:

Components
Miniature slivers of reflective substance, usually aluminum, are added to metallic paints. Tiny flecks of mica, a man-made substance that glows much like an innate pearl, are added to pearl paints.

Finish
Materials in metallic paints reflect light, giving the object painted an even, glittery appearance. Mica in pearl paints refracts light, creating a color-shifting effect in the object colored.

Applications
Metallic paint finishes are considered racy and are most often used on sports cars. Pearl paint finishes are deemed soft and are more commonly found on family or corporate vehicles.



Read more: What Is the Difference Between Pearl & Metallic Paint? | eHow.com What Is the Difference Between Pearl Metallic Paint? | eHow.com

 

[Larry Chanin]

The new multicoat red has me very interested. Is there going to be a model with it being shown off at one of the stores?

Here's a Sunset Red Model S on display at the Miami Beach store.

Larry

 

[metafor]

Ahh thanks! Now if only they'd bring it to one of the California stores...

 

[bmek]

Here's a Sunset Red Model S on display at the Miami Beach store.

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Larry

Larry, did you happen to catch the VIN on the Sunset Red?

It would be interesting to know where in the production sequence this car was manufactured.

 

[brianman]

Larry, did you happen to catch the VIN on the Sunset Red?
It would be interesting to know where in the production sequence this car was manufactured.

I don't know if it's the same one but the Get Amped one was:
5YJSA1AN4CFR00105 Get Amped @ New York, Sunset Red

 

[bmek]

I don't know if it's the same one but the Get Amped one was:
5YJSA1AN4CFR00105 Get Amped @ New York, Sunset Red

I was wondering if it was a P series (vs R). If it was a P then I was curious if it was one of the 12xx cars.

 

[EarlyAdopter]

Seeing as how the 2013 red is listed in the design studio as a $1500 multi-coat paint option, any thoughts on whether it ends up looking different than the Sunset red seen earlier this year, which was a solid red paint?

 

[PhatCat]

I asked my configuration specialist about the new red. He said the "Sunset Red" at the Get Amped events was an initial attempt and that the red car in the photos in the Motor Trend Car of the Year gallery is an accurate representation of the 2013 Red (as he calls it). This color will go into production in Mar/Apr 2013.

 

[gg_got_a_tesla]

It's indeed a beautiful Red and looks darker and more refined than the bright red from the Get Amped events (I saw it twice back in June and August).

Gosh, but for the fact that I need my car badly in January, this beaut is worth waiting till March for!

Adding the full-res pics from MT here:

 

[Robert.Boston]

Even though that's the red color that we've seen, I'm not at all convinced that that is what the final Sunset Red will be. The MT red appears to be a glossy, non-metallic paint, but the Sunset Red that's now being offered is a multi-layer paint.

 

[PhatCat]

I just spoke with the White Plains store and they expect to have a color sample board for 2013 Red by the end of the week. I will stop by this weekend and try to get some photos.

 

[dsm363]

I just spoke with the White Plains store and they expect to have a color sample board for 2013 Red by the end of the week. I will stop by this weekend and try to get some photos.

Thanks. If you have a gray car to hold next to the sample when you take the picture, that might help some people.

 

[PhatCat]

Thanks. If you have a gray car to hold next to the sample when you take the picture, that might help some people.

I only wish there was a grey car to place next to it since grey is the other color I am considering and I haven't seen it in person.:smile:

But I will see if I can get a grey card before I go.