Buying an S2000 today, need help with color decision and more....
12-31-2001, 06:10 AM
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Buying an S2000 today, need help with color decision and more....
Hello all,
I just registered here but I've been browsing these forums for a while. I've made a deposit for an 2002 s2k and should get it some time this week. The only question still open is the color??? Here's what my thoughts are on the colors and I'd appreciate your input in helping me pick one. I only have today to change my mind and select another color than the sebring silver (with red interior) that is on papers.
Colors I don't want:
*White - looks too ordinary to me, don't want it for sure.
*Black - Ok, but my last car was black and I'd like a different color
Colors I'm not sure about:
*Blue - Haven't seen it in person, but the pics i've seen don't look that good. Don't think this color suits the S2k, but these guys at the dealership were swearing by it that it's the best color and looks very good on the S2K
Colors I'm thinking to pick from:
*Sebring Silver with red interior - Have seen an 02 in silver, but was black inside. Looks good. I know the red interior on the 02 is over the top but I don't want the plain black interior (would have been so nice if they did not screw this up).
*Red - Seen one but it was partly covered with the protection film that comes from factory. The color was really good, but I'm not so sure if it suits the car.
*Yellow - Looks real good! I'm not sure if I'll like it over the years, though. Also, a dirty yellow car really looks terrible (more than a black). I'm really not sure how this color will age.
So, this is my story. I'm really not sure about this color selection so guys come help me here.....
Thanks!
/mas
I just registered here but I've been browsing these forums for a while. I've made a deposit for an 2002 s2k and should get it some time this week. The only question still open is the color??? Here's what my thoughts are on the colors and I'd appreciate your input in helping me pick one. I only have today to change my mind and select another color than the sebring silver (with red interior) that is on papers.
Colors I don't want:
*White - looks too ordinary to me, don't want it for sure.
*Black - Ok, but my last car was black and I'd like a different color
Colors I'm not sure about:
*Blue - Haven't seen it in person, but the pics i've seen don't look that good. Don't think this color suits the S2k, but these guys at the dealership were swearing by it that it's the best color and looks very good on the S2K
Colors I'm thinking to pick from:
*Sebring Silver with red interior - Have seen an 02 in silver, but was black inside. Looks good. I know the red interior on the 02 is over the top but I don't want the plain black interior (would have been so nice if they did not screw this up).
*Red - Seen one but it was partly covered with the protection film that comes from factory. The color was really good, but I'm not so sure if it suits the car.
*Yellow - Looks real good! I'm not sure if I'll like it over the years, though. Also, a dirty yellow car really looks terrible (more than a black). I'm really not sure how this color will age.
So, this is my story. I'm really not sure about this color selection so guys come help me here.....
Thanks!
/mas
12-31-2001, 06:22 AM
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I have a '02 Spa Yellow and love it. Despite what you said, it doesn't seem to get that dirty. It's been 2 whole weeks since I've washed her last (I know, bad boy) and she still looks great. The bugs do show up, but it's bearable.
I think it all depends on what you want...
if you want ultra flashy, get yellow
if you want sort of flashy, get red
if you want to blend in with the crowd a bit more than the above 2 colors, get silver or
black
if you want rare, get white
if you're a woman, get blue
Actually, the blue is a very nice color. It shows differently in all different lights, and is quite stunning. I just can't handle the interior.
The new Sebring silver on black is very nice.
it all comes down to what you, so asking us is sort of pointless...Good luck!
I think it all depends on what you want...
if you want ultra flashy, get yellow
if you want sort of flashy, get red
if you want to blend in with the crowd a bit more than the above 2 colors, get silver or
black
if you want rare, get white
if you're a woman, get blue
Actually, the blue is a very nice color. It shows differently in all different lights, and is quite stunning. I just can't handle the interior.
The new Sebring silver on black is very nice.
it all comes down to what you, so asking us is sort of pointless...Good luck!
12-31-2001, 06:25 AM
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Please! Yellow is the only choice. As much as I like the silver, the all red interior looks like it came
from a New Orleans cat house. Silver / black is too drab. I would have bought the red, but every
sports car is red. That only leaves yellow.
from a New Orleans cat house. Silver / black is too drab. I would have bought the red, but every
sports car is red. That only leaves yellow.
12-31-2001, 06:36 AM
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I saw an 02 Sebring/Red...looked nicer than I expected...the "all red" is not as overpowering as I expected.
The same dealer had an 02 Suzuka Blue...it was sort of ho-hum IMHO...once again, the "all blue" interior was nicer than I expected...sort of a slate blue and not harsh.
My personal age-related opinions: If you're under 30, the Spa Yellow might be a good choice. If you're under 40, add the Red as OK. I'm over 40 and love my Silverstone color
since it will age gracefully with me...and always look classic. 
The same dealer had an 02 Suzuka Blue...it was sort of ho-hum IMHO...once again, the "all blue" interior was nicer than I expected...sort of a slate blue and not harsh.
My personal age-related opinions: If you're under 30, the Spa Yellow might be a good choice. If you're under 40, add the Red as OK. I'm over 40 and love my Silverstone color
since it will age gracefully with me...and always look classic.
12-31-2001, 07:38 AM
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As another Spa owner, I can agree with moonpie on the dirty-factor. Spa does not really show up too bad between washes. Worst area is the very rearmost portion of the car, but even that I can towel-wipe quickly before I roll out. Then again, I don't live in Maine...weather/roads might be less merciful up there. Silver is sharp & would probably show least...but really, now...you *KNOW* you want the Spa!
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12-31-2001, 07:49 AM
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Well, guys, thank you all for such fast replies. I'm really impressed, this was my first post here. I just called the dealership and changed the color to yellow! You are right that it had to be me who decides the color. But, without actually seeing the car in silver/blue it was kinda hard for me to decide. Thanks once again, I'll be picking up the car sometime this week.
