Porsche Color Question (Repost)

"CAcoalminer" (CAcoalminer) 11/10/2014 at 14:15 • Filed to: None

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If you were in the market for a blue Porsche GT3 (997), which of these colors would you choose?

Gulf Blue

Aqua Blue

Riviera Blue

Voodoo Blue

Maritime Blue

Bali Blue

Mexico Blue

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190e30-Now with COSWORTH > CAcoalminer 11/08/2014 at 15:50

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Voted for Riviera, meant Voodoo

Manuél Ferrari > CAcoalminer 11/08/2014 at 15:51

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mind is exploding right now

So many good options

I guess I'll just have to try to pick my favorite

CAcoalminer > 190e30-Now with COSWORTH 11/08/2014 at 15:52

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The Voodoo blue should really be a more common color. It is gorgeous in my opinion.

CAcoalminer > Manuél Ferrari 11/08/2014 at 15:53

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I know. I'm pissed that there is weird font before and after the poll though.

Vicente Esteve > CAcoalminer 11/08/2014 at 15:55

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Mexico Blue, because

Brian Silvestro > CAcoalminer 11/08/2014 at 15:56

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Balbi Blue is so subtle, yet so elegant.

Manuél Ferrari > CAcoalminer 11/08/2014 at 15:58

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hey don't be mad. At least you got it to work. I've never even tried

I went with voodoo blue

I don't think I've seen it in real life so I can't say for sure if it's my favorite. I probably only seen a couple of these blues in real life. Is there a blue GT3 meet going on somewhere that I could attend? :)

CAcoalminer > Brian Silvestro 11/08/2014 at 15:59

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Indeed.

CAcoalminer > Manuél Ferrari 11/08/2014 at 16:01

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True.

It's a fairly rare color. Not that I know of.

Manuél Ferrari > CAcoalminer 11/08/2014 at 16:02

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That was my guess. I had never even heard of that color until seeing your post

CAcoalminer > Manuél Ferrari 11/08/2014 at 16:03

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Well, I'm glad I could show you something new.

Manuél Ferrari > CAcoalminer 11/08/2014 at 16:09

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this was very cool, thank you

I've seen Mexico Blue in person and I liked it

holdenbacktears > CAcoalminer 11/08/2014 at 16:50

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Voodoo blue was already a thing

PushToStart > CAcoalminer 11/08/2014 at 17:05

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Balbi blue is a really, really nice color. That said, I love Aqua blue with the orange graphics and wheels. It's not nearly as subtle as the plain Balbi, but it's a really great combo regardless.

CAcoalminer > Manuél Ferrari 11/08/2014 at 17:14

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You're welcome.

CAcoalminer > holdenbacktears 11/08/2014 at 17:15

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Well, many car companies use the same names for their colors.

CAcoalminer > PushToStart 11/08/2014 at 17:16

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I would love to see Aqua blue with orange accents like the Gulf car above.

John Norris (AngryDrifter) > CAcoalminer 11/08/2014 at 17:54

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Color - Porsche GT3? Are you kidding me? Who cares.

I went with Mexico blue.

AM3R > CAcoalminer 11/08/2014 at 18:07

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I love Balbi blue, but honestly I'd go for a different shade GT3, unless you plan on daily driving. There's something just perfect about a track porsche that stands out, and Balbi is too subtle for that.

PushToStart > CAcoalminer 11/08/2014 at 19:37

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I'm all for Gulf livery (love the Heritage edition Ford GT) but for some reason I'm not too fond of the color combo with the GT3 graphics.

CAcoalminer > John Norris (AngryDrifter) 11/08/2014 at 19:43

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I care.

CAcoalminer > AM3R 11/08/2014 at 19:46

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Very true. How about that Aqua blue/red accents combo?

CAcoalminer > PushToStart 11/08/2014 at 19:46

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Which color did you vote for?

PushToStart > CAcoalminer 11/08/2014 at 19:50

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Aqua. To be honest, it's funny that you made this post actually, because I was looking through my Autoweek this morning and it just so happens that there's an Aqua Blue GT3 with the Orange graphics in the classifieds, and I was thinking how much I liked Aqua blue as a color.

CAcoalminer > PushToStart 11/08/2014 at 19:53

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Really? I'll have to see if it's online.

PushToStart > CAcoalminer 11/08/2014 at 19:55

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Yeah, it wasn't the most recent issue, but the one before it. I'm running a little behind on my reading, lol

AM3R > CAcoalminer 11/08/2014 at 20:04

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That would be perfect. You could even swap out the wheels for traditional silver and it wouldn't even look too out of place being daily driven.

Aqua blue and Gold would be a lovely combination too.

John Norris (AngryDrifter) > CAcoalminer 11/08/2014 at 20:11

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Well it's your money, so that's just fine.

CAcoalminer > PushToStart 11/08/2014 at 22:20

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Oh ok.

CAcoalminer > AM3R 11/08/2014 at 22:21

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All of those sounds pretty good.

AM3R > CAcoalminer 11/08/2014 at 22:24

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Hm. Now you've made me want to track down an Aqua or Balbi blue 997.2!

CAcoalminer > AM3R 11/09/2014 at 00:14

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Haha. I just realized that I spelled it "Balbi" when it's actually "Bali." Oops.

Good luck finding a Bali Blue one, as the only 997 GT3 that I know of is a 4.0 that lives in CA. However, Aqua Blues, while not the most common color, are fairly easy to find. That being said, if you were to order one, you could get either one.

B_dol > CAcoalminer 11/09/2014 at 13:01

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Please tell me you have come to your senses after letting go of past GT3s and you are ordering a new one?! I like Bali blue more than I thought I would, but I'll have to propose a write-in

That Bastard Kurtis - An Attempt to Standardize My Username Across Platforms > CAcoalminer 11/09/2014 at 13:29

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With this crowd, I'm SHOCKED Gulf Blue isn't winning.

CAcoalminer > B_dol 11/09/2014 at 13:54

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Haha. We'll see. I'm waiting for my local dealer to get a 991 GT3 in on trade because they have agreed to let me have one for a week. If I like it enough, I might just buy one and then order a GT3 RS. However, even if I do like, I might just buy a 997 GT2 and order a GT3 RS because the GT2 prices are quite similar to the 991 GT3.

Concerning colors, I think Sapphire Blue is my favorite 991 color but am seriously considering going the PTS route so that I can get Bali Blue.

Your "write-in" reminds me of my old girl.

CAcoalminer > That Bastard Kurtis - An Attempt to Standardize My Username Across Platforms 11/09/2014 at 13:57

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As am I. However, Mexico Blue and Gulf Blue are a bit similar.

B_dol > CAcoalminer 11/09/2014 at 14:20

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That's one helluva test drive, working my way towards that status... The GT3 will never be subtle enough to blend in with the crowd, but sometimes the simple colors are most striking. Manufacturer's blue hues have been gorgeous as of late and Porsche has plenty to offer.

I have generated a few too many 'custom builds' on the Porsche USA website...

CAcoalminer > B_dol 11/09/2014 at 14:24

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I'm sure you'll be there soon.

I agree. Factory colors in general have improved immensely over the years. Of course, I've always had a soft spot for dark blues.

Haha. There is no shame in that.

AM3R > CAcoalminer 11/09/2014 at 16:20

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A Bali blue Carrera 4s would make for an excellent daily driver. I haven't found too many Bali blue 997's though. I've definitely found many more Aqua blues, which is also a great color.

CAcoalminer > AM3R 11/09/2014 at 16:24

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It would indeed.

AM3R > CAcoalminer 11/09/2014 at 17:12

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Are you in the market for a GT3? Seems like a great time to buy IMO.

CAcoalminer > AM3R 11/09/2014 at 17:39

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I'm definitely looking into getting a 991 GT3 but not a 997, as I've already owned those.

This explains it fairly well:

http://oppositelock.jalopnik.com/haha-well-see-…

AM3R > CAcoalminer 11/09/2014 at 18:07

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Oh a 997 GT3 just looks gorgous in blue.. Let me know how it goes. Can't go wrong with either (997 or 991) honestly. Certainly a good "problem" to be in haha, spending a week with a GT3 should be good enough to help you decide, though.

CAcoalminer > AM3R 11/09/2014 at 18:10

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I certainly will.

Haha. I think if I can't decide whether I like a car or not after living with it for a week, then there is something wrong with me.

AM3R > CAcoalminer 11/09/2014 at 18:28

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Yeah haha, if you aren't in love with it in a week you have to step up to a 918!

CAcoalminer > AM3R 11/09/2014 at 18:31

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Exactly.

AM3R > CAcoalminer 11/09/2014 at 18:43

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I have a friend with a 991 GT3, he's currently waiting on his 918 to be delivered. He also has a Huayra awaiting delivery. He's completely in love with the GT3, I can't even imagine how great the 918 must be!

The 918 after being completed in Germany.

He's trying to organize private track day to shoot a video comparing his 918, Huayra, his friends P1, and a Laferrari (I think he's located an interested owner).

Meanwhile I'm still trying to coax the Porsche dealership into letting me take a 991 turbo home for a weekend. I still have an open offer to spend a weekend with a GT-R they have.

CAcoalminer > AM3R 11/09/2014 at 18:45

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Very nice.

Are the Huayras legal in the US yet?

AM3R > CAcoalminer 11/09/2014 at 18:50

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I'm not quite sure yet, I know he's hoping to have it delivered with the 918 as it's currently still with Pagani in Europe.

CAcoalminer > AM3R 11/09/2014 at 18:59

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Interesting. Well be sure to share more pictures when they come.

AM3R > CAcoalminer 11/09/2014 at 20:01

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Certainly, you should write a review of the 911 since you'll be having it for a week.

CAcoalminer > AM3R 11/09/2014 at 20:15

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I will when I get it.

My citroen won't start > CAcoalminer 11/10/2014 at 14:19

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That gorgeous Maritime blue.

Too many M's > CAcoalminer 11/10/2014 at 14:21

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So one of each doesn't count? Gulf for me please.

Group B Enthusiast - Captain of the supercharged barge > CAcoalminer 11/10/2014 at 14:26

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I like the Bali Blue and Aqua Blue, but I voted for the Aqua... Looks nicer in the sunlight.

CAcoalminer > My citroen won't start 11/10/2014 at 14:27

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It is indeed. I feel like more people would order interesting colors on their cars if they only knew about them.

CAcoalminer > Too many M's 11/10/2014 at 14:28

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Haha. No, you can only pick one.

CAcoalminer > Group B Enthusiast - Captain of the supercharged barge 11/10/2014 at 14:28

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It does have that extra sparkle to it, doesn't it.

davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com > CAcoalminer 11/10/2014 at 14:35

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I voted Balbi, but will they paint it this color?

CAcoalminer > davesaddiction @ opposite-lock.com 11/10/2014 at 14:43

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I believe so, as long as it isn't a completely custom color. For instance, getting the paint code from McLaren wouldn't be terribly difficult.