Regrets with coral red?

Robert · 07-22-2007, 03:40 AM

I like the coral red. Not a lot but I think it's very cool and it makes the bmw a bit exotic. However, I am wondering if anyone who owns one got tired of it?

Ty Vil · 07-22-2007, 04:13 AM

Our sales manager cringes every time a client orders it as he says it's just a nightmare for resale.

Personally I think it's pretty cool looking but one may grow tired of it after some time.

adamr · 07-22-2007, 05:57 AM

i have yet to see coral in reality ...

dawgdog · 07-22-2007, 07:22 AM

I had Imola Red interior on my Jet Black M3 and loved it. I certainly do not see red as a negative. I particularly like it with grey, silver, or black exterior. My only hesitation is that you note that you like it, not that you love it.

jrod1014 · 07-22-2007, 09:08 AM

It's hit or miss IMO. I personally love it. Most people who see it thinks it goes well with Sparkling Graphite and is "hot". I've had it since Feb. and so far I've gotten nothing but good comments. Sometimes they in conjunction with me getting complimented

.

Resale? Some people will say that its hard to get rid of but you've got people like me (that love it) that might want to get one used and will pay top (used) dollar to get it. Most of the AW cars I've seen in Miami have CR as well as the Space Grey and Sparkling Graphite. I think it's a fantastic color and once you see one in person, it's hard not to appreciate.

Rando · 07-22-2007, 09:16 AM

Yup, just saw it with Sparkling Graphite in a coupe yesterday and it is really stunning in the bright sunshine. I gave a thumbs-up to the driver, who was behind me.

But I agree with the potential resale challenges... might be tricky.

achien · 07-22-2007, 09:53 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Ty Vil

Our sales manager cringes every time a client orders it as he says it's just a nightmare for resale.

Personally I think it's pretty cool looking but one may grow tired of it after some time.

For once, I have to agree with the Sales Manager. Just like the lemon interior, the coral red looks awesome when it is new. Once it gets old (2-3 years), it will look worse than the conventional black.

Daas · 07-22-2007, 09:59 AM

No regrets. SA told me...if YOU like it, get it.

DasBlitz · 07-22-2007, 10:07 AM

Looks amazing. I will be purchasing coral red for my next vehicle if it is a BMW. Either grey or white exterior and coral red interior.

You have to live a little. If it is hard to resale well then dont purchase the vehicle. If you lease it won't be your problem.

ACZakka325i · 07-22-2007, 10:24 AM

I think it looks outrageous. Whether thats a good thing or a bad thing is up to you. I would say the definition of outrageous changes for me from day to day so i stuck with tan.

calle_enell · 07-22-2007, 10:29 AM

Red looks good on a showcar, but personally -I would only be able to live with black, tan or lemon.

DrGP · 07-22-2007, 10:37 AM

I love mine! I think that it really makes a black or white car. Looks good on silver and grey as well. IMHO, BMW has too many BORING color combinations.

ChiefRes · 07-22-2007, 11:09 AM

Sorry I don't have an E9x, but I have the Imola Red interior in my Alpine White M Coupe. Everyone that sees it thinks it is unbelievably cool.

I leased the car, so I could care less about resale. But in all sincerity I don't think it would hurt resale at all. Especially in sporty cars, people often look for something a little different and fun. Go for it if you like it!

provenflipper · 07-22-2007, 12:32 PM

I like the Coral Red interior, but would only consider it on a lease, so I don't have to worry about resale value. AW + CR = Hotness.

carlson335 · 07-22-2007, 03:25 PM

I have space gray / coral red and it's the hottest car I've ever owned. Get compliments from everyone who's ridden in it. For me, black / gray leather is just too cliche and boring.

Personally, I love the saddle brown though and if I was to go through the hassle of special orderinging a car, that's what I'd get.

Revlis · 07-22-2007, 04:09 PM

I wasn't sure when it was on it's way... But when I saw it first hand I was blown away. It's so much more interesting, and BETTER LOOKING than the BORING BLACK blah that I knew I had fortunately made the RIGHT decision.

He he he... Yeah my point is color is subjective, just opinion and people spouting off like their particular preference is somehow better is comical.

I do like the red leather, It's classic, has a lot of character and suits the E92 very well. I get more compliments on the leather than just about anything else. You do need to keep it clean but this is pretty simple.

It may not be everyones cup O Tea, but in a car with the genetic background of the 3-series coupes it fits quite well and ads a bit a flair to a rather simple interior.

E90RWC · 07-22-2007, 04:37 PM

I have seen it live and I don't mind it!

It was on a E92 with a Sparkling Graphite exterior!

YVR335i · 07-22-2007, 04:55 PM

I have Coral Red with Sparkling Graphite. I love it, as does everyone who's seen it (or so they tell me). My wife thinks it's the sexiest thing about the car (besides me

).

Lee Rambler · 07-22-2007, 05:31 PM

wasn't sure about it when I first got it, but it's really grown on me. my last one had black, so I was pretty used to that - which is why I wasn't sure at first. But I've gotten pretty used to it. On comparison, the tan in my z3 seems bland and boring now.... if you like it, go for it - it will only grow on you over time. If the whole interior was red, it would be a bit much, but it is just enough to liven it up, IMO

BMW335icDDS · 07-22-2007, 05:32 PM

Love it, its the best color I think, and so do most of my friends. Of course I am younger, only 24, so maybe thats why... but regardless it is stunning.

John 070 · 07-22-2007, 05:37 PM

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Originally Posted by Ty Vil

Our sales manager cringes every time a client orders it as he says it's just a nightmare for resale.

Sounds like hyperbole to me. Before I bought my car I saw 3 test cars in space gray and coral red. Nightmare for resale? Why would a dealership then accept them as test cars, they have to sell them eventually.

purplewidow · 07-22-2007, 06:28 PM

i love black just think it looks as classy and sporty as it gets!!!! not a fan nor are any of my friends of the red and have often been asked why people get the red interior....but i think it looks alright in space greay and that is it!!!!!! no stars wars red and black!!! what the hell was his name? anyways if you want something unique that YOU like than get red...but be aware a lot of people think it looks ugly..like yellow on a ferrari...and if you want something classy get black...i highly doubt you'll regret it....if you want something super unique go for the lemon yellow...again i stress GET WHAT YOU WANT!!!! people are gonna knock the red though you will never get a knock on black and black is easier to clean as well... whereas you might get some "that red interior kicks ass"...you will definitely get a lot of "damn i definitely do NOT like the red" because it is more outlandish...and it should be on the outside not the inside unless a deeper burgundy like old race cars!!!just my opinion!! it's just b/c i have had quite a few people only ask "why do people get that ugly red interior" about interior colors no one says Grey, black, beige... it b/c the red is LOUD...but some people online get it and love it so if you love it that is all that matter NEVER get something based on what other people like!!!!!!!

07-22-2007, 03:40 AM	#1
Robert Major General 417 Rep 6,968 Posts Drives: 135i -> is350 -> Tesla M3 perf Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Socal iTrader: (1)	Regrets with coral red? I like the coral red. Not a lot but I think it's very cool and it makes the bmw a bit exotic. However, I am wondering if anyone who owns one got tired of it?
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Ty Vil Captain 31 Rep 913 Posts Drives: ///M4 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Scottsdale, AZ (by way of Portland, OR) iTrader: (0)	Our sales manager cringes every time a client orders it as he says it's just a nightmare for resale. Personally I think it's pretty cool looking but one may grow tired of it after some time.
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dawgdog Colonel 148 Rep 2,278 Posts Drives: 2015 M3, 2016 GT3 Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: Seattle, Wa. iTrader: (0)	I had Imola Red interior on my Jet Black M3 and loved it. I certainly do not see red as a negative. I particularly like it with grey, silver, or black exterior. My only hesitation is that you note that you like it, not that you love it. __________________ 2015 f80 M3, 2016 GT3
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jrod1014 Private 4 Rep 96 Posts Drives: SG/CR BMW 335i Coupe Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Miami, FL iTrader: (0)	It's hit or miss IMO. I personally love it. Most people who see it thinks it goes well with Sparkling Graphite and is "hot". I've had it since Feb. and so far I've gotten nothing but good comments. Sometimes they in conjunction with me getting complimented . Resale? Some people will say that its hard to get rid of but you've got people like me (that love it) that might want to get one used and will pay top (used) dollar to get it. Most of the AW cars I've seen in Miami have CR as well as the Space Grey and Sparkling Graphite. I think it's a fantastic color and once you see one in person, it's hard not to appreciate. __________________ 2007 Sparking Graphite/Coral Red BMW 335i Coupé, 6MT (ZPP, ZSP, CA)
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07-22-2007, 09:16 AM	#6
Rando Lieutenant 52 Rep 487 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: CA iTrader: (0)	Yup, just saw it with Sparkling Graphite in a coupe yesterday and it is really stunning in the bright sunshine. I gave a thumbs-up to the driver, who was behind me. But I agree with the potential resale challenges... might be tricky.
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Daas Second Lieutenant 55 Rep 268 Posts Drives: A British car Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	No regrets. SA told me...if YOU like it, get it. __________________ Previous 2018 M3, 2015 F36 428i GC; 2007 E92 335i; 2002 E46 325i
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DasBlitz Major 62 Rep 1,141 Posts Drives: bmw 328i 07 Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: new england iTrader: (1) Garage List 2007 328i [0.00]	Looks amazing. I will be purchasing coral red for my next vehicle if it is a BMW. Either grey or white exterior and coral red interior. You have to live a little. If it is hard to resale well then dont purchase the vehicle. If you lease it won't be your problem. __________________
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ACZakka325i Colonel 278 Rep 2,008 Posts Drives: 2 stroke Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: CT iTrader: (2)	I think it looks outrageous. Whether thats a good thing or a bad thing is up to you. I would say the definition of outrageous changes for me from day to day so i stuck with tan. __________________ (Waitlist): #1 M2CSL (Current): 2016 F15 X5 3.5xdrive - 2010 997.2 C4S Coupe (Past): 2016 F30 340xi M-Sport -2013 535i xdrive 2008 E92 M3 - 2006 E90 325i 2002 E46 325xi - 1991 E30 325i
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calle_enell Car keeps stalling out...5 times now. 9 Rep 248 Posts Drives: E90 328i Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: USA iTrader: (0)	Red looks good on a showcar, but personally -I would only be able to live with black, tan or lemon.
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DrGP Lieutenant Colonel 137 Rep 1,914 Posts Drives: Sapphire 335i coupe Join Date: Oct 2006 Location: SE, PA iTrader: (0)	I love mine! I think that it really makes a black or white car. Looks good on silver and grey as well. IMHO, BMW has too many BORING color combinations.
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ChiefRes Private First Class 20 Rep 119 Posts Drives: 2007 Z4M Coupe Join Date: Dec 2006 Location: Bluegrass iTrader: (0)	Sorry I don't have an E9x, but I have the Imola Red interior in my Alpine White M Coupe. Everyone that sees it thinks it is unbelievably cool. I leased the car, so I could care less about resale. But in all sincerity I don't think it would hurt resale at all. Especially in sporty cars, people often look for something a little different and fun. Go for it if you like it! __________________ 2007 Z4M Coupe--GONE Alpine White/Imola Red
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provenflipper Private First Class 106 Rep 143 Posts Drives: Garage is currently empty Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Inland Empire, CA iTrader: (0)	I like the Coral Red interior, but would only consider it on a lease, so I don't have to worry about resale value. AW + CR = Hotness.
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carlson335 Enlisted Member 0 Rep 30 Posts Drives: Space Gray 335i Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Downers Grove, IL iTrader: (0)	I have space gray / coral red and it's the hottest car I've ever owned. Get compliments from everyone who's ridden in it. For me, black / gray leather is just too cliche and boring. Personally, I love the saddle brown though and if I was to go through the hassle of special orderinging a car, that's what I'd get.
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Revlis Now With 33% MORE Sarcasm Free! 157 Rep 3,462 Posts Drives: M4 i3 X3 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Phoenix AZ iTrader: (0)	I wasn't sure when it was on it's way... But when I saw it first hand I was blown away. It's so much more interesting, and BETTER LOOKING than the BORING BLACK blah that I knew I had fortunately made the RIGHT decision. He he he... Yeah my point is color is subjective, just opinion and people spouting off like their particular preference is somehow better is comical. I do like the red leather, It's classic, has a lot of character and suits the E92 very well. I get more compliments on the leather than just about anything else. You do need to keep it clean but this is pretty simple. It may not be everyones cup O Tea, but in a car with the genetic background of the 3-series coupes it fits quite well and ads a bit a flair to a rather simple interior. __________________ A BMW is Just a Car, it doesn't make you smart, handsome, clever, better, cool, or wealthy.
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E90RWC What you know about the twins? 20 Rep 989 Posts Drives: bmw Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: CA iTrader: (1)	I have seen it live and I don't mind it! It was on a E92 with a Sparkling Graphite exterior!
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YVR335i Enlisted Member 2 Rep 32 Posts Drives: E92 335i Graphite Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Vancouver iTrader: (0)	I have Coral Red with Sparkling Graphite. I love it, as does everyone who's seen it (or so they tell me). My wife thinks it's the sexiest thing about the car (besides me ).
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Lee Rambler Captain 17 Rep 605 Posts Drives: 07 e92 335 6mt, 04 e53 x5 4.4 Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: PA iTrader: (0)	wasn't sure about it when I first got it, but it's really grown on me. my last one had black, so I was pretty used to that - which is why I wasn't sure at first. But I've gotten pretty used to it. On comparison, the tan in my z3 seems bland and boring now.... if you like it, go for it - it will only grow on you over time. If the whole interior was red, it would be a bit much, but it is just enough to liven it up, IMO
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07-22-2007, 06:28 PM	#22
purplewidow Lieutenant Colonel 51 Rep 1,928 Posts Drives: e92 335 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Chicago iTrader: (2)	i love black just think it looks as classy and sporty as it gets!!!! not a fan nor are any of my friends of the red and have often been asked why people get the red interior....but i think it looks alright in space greay and that is it!!!!!! no stars wars red and black!!! what the hell was his name? anyways if you want something unique that YOU like than get red...but be aware a lot of people think it looks ugly..like yellow on a ferrari...and if you want something classy get black...i highly doubt you'll regret it....if you want something super unique go for the lemon yellow...again i stress GET WHAT YOU WANT!!!! people are gonna knock the red though you will never get a knock on black and black is easier to clean as well... whereas you might get some "that red interior kicks ass"...you will definitely get a lot of "damn i definitely do NOT like the red" because it is more outlandish...and it should be on the outside not the inside unless a deeper burgundy like old race cars!!!just my opinion!! it's just b/c i have had quite a few people only ask "why do people get that ugly red interior" about interior colors no one says Grey, black, beige... it b/c the red is LOUD...but some people online get it and love it so if you love it that is all that matter NEVER get something based on what other people like!!!!!!!
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