Why is that?
Biological, cultural, and individual psychological factors all play a role.
You’ll have to explain that in greater detail.
All cultures associate red with aggression and strength. That’s also true in the animal kingdom. When finches encounter members of their same species with red feathers, the level of the stress hormone corticosterone in their blood increases by fifty-eight percent. So the color red appears to have a direct physical effect on us, quite simply via the wavelength of red light.
What about cultural factors?
Red warns us of danger. But this effect is surely also learned. Every child learns that prohibition signs are always red. Red is also the color that we associate with Italian sports cars. But this isn’t a law of nature. It’s historical happenstance. At the famous Gordon Bennett Cup in 1900, the English team got the color green (British Racing Green), France got blue, Germany white, and Italy red. That’s why if I bought a Porsche, it wouldn’t be red. In my opinion that doesn’t fit with a German sports car.
What color would you get?
Orange. Without a doubt. Which might have something to do with my experiences as a child, because I often saw an orange Porsche. That brings us to the individual factors involved. Very minor events can explain why we like a color or why it makes us happy.
Sports cars are less likely to have drab colors.
That’s true. People who drive sports cars are a little more open to the mentality of play. It’s about pleasure and fun, not just the seriousness of life. Furthermore, many sports cars are simply gorgeous. I can never get enough of the elegant lines of a Porsche 911. You almost have to choose a color that stands out. I think we need more courage again in our choice of color. Walt Disney once said, “Dream your life in colors—it’s the secret to happiness.”
By Jakob Schrenk
Photos by Sven Cichowicz
FAQs
Porsche Paint to Sample is an exclusive option that opens up a virtually limitless palette of colors for your Porsche. Whether you're drawn to a vintage hue from the 1960s or a vibrant shade that's as unique as you are, Porsche makes it possible.
What is the most desired color Porsche? ›
In the U.S., customers prefer standard black only for the 911 and the Cayenne, while white is the favorite for all other model series.
What is the iconic Porsche color? ›
Ruby Star holds a significant place in Porsche's history, dating back to 1991 when it appeared on models like the Porsche 911, 928, and 944. This rare and iconic color has become synonymous with Porsche, known for its distinct, bold, and joyous deep magenta red hue.
How much does Porsche paint to sample cost? ›
Paint to Sample costs $11,430 for most 911 and 718 models. For 718 GT and 911 Turbo, Turbo S as well as the 911 GT3 models, the price is about $12,830.
How many Porsche colors are there? ›
Featuring a selection of over 160 pre-approved colors, customers can add a bespoke touch to their Porsche vehicle with the Paint to Sample program.
What is the best old Porsche color? ›
Best Porsche Colors of All Time
- Acid Green: 2M8.
- Alpine White: 90E, L90E.
- Arctic Silver Metallic: 92U, 92T.
- British Racing Green: 21D.
- Carrara White: B9A.
- Chalk: M9A.
- GT Silver Metallic: M7Z.
- Guards Red: 84A.
Here's a Porsche exterior colour that's been a mainstay for years. Up until 2012 it was called Speed Yellow before a subtle rebrand into the name we know it as today – Racing Yellow. Bright without being blindingly so, warm without being searing, it's a hue that illuminates every Porsche model that it dresses.
What is the grey Porsche colour called? ›
Fashion Grey (61H/modegrau) is vintage Porsche, predating the 911 by a decade and going all the way back to the 1950-53 color menu for Pre-A 356s. Fashion Grey also predates Porsche's own color codes.
Can you ask for paint samples? ›
Paint swatches are the color of paint printed on strips of paper that can be found in any paint or home improvement store. They are usually free and can help narrow down a color choice before you move on to the actual paint itself.
What is the price of Porsche color? ›
Porsche 911 Price in India
| City | On-Road Prices |
|---|
| Mumbai | Rs. 2.21 Crore |
| Ahmedabad | Rs. 2.04 Crore |
| Kolkata | Rs. 2.15 Crore |
| Chennai | Rs. 2.34 Crore |
4 more rowsI think you have to be very aware that that the little sample cans are likely NOT what you are going to be painting in. It's totally worth it to go ahead and buy a quart or even gallon of the EXACT paint you plan to choose, before you decide on the final color.
What is the difference between sample paint and regular paint? ›
Paint manufacturers thin out the paint in samples, imbuing it with fewer solids that produce true paint build. Pigments are accurate, though. Paint samples or testers are bottles of liquid paint ranging from 2 ounces to 8 ounces that are applied directly to your wall or to a piece of white foam board or scrap drywall.
What is paint sampling? ›
Color Samples are actual paint in one-pint or half-pint containers. By sampling a color at home, you will get the most accurate sense of how the color will actually look in the room. You can see the colors on their actual surfaces, and in the correct lighting conditions where you plan to paint.
Is the Porsche paint protection worth it? ›
The most significant advantage to having PPF installed is preventing significant damage to paint from flying debris and rocks. Also, if the film is scratched by rocks, sticks, or other flying debris, it can be fixed via heat. Some of the key PROs to a PPF include: Offers better protection against road debris.
Is sample paint good quality? ›
Sample paint is not real paint… period. There's a big difference between good quality paint and poor quality paint y'all. Sample paint is not even paint… it's literally all fillers and no paint!
