How to choose a car paint color

 Whether you're shopping for a new car or thinking about changing the color of your existing vehicle, choosing a car paint color is an important part of the process. Which one is going to be the best for you during the life of your ownership? Toyota of Orlando is here with helpful tips on how to choose a car paint color for your vehicle. 

4 tips for choosing a car paint color 

Tip #1: Consider which paint colors are the best for you. It's really all down to personal preference when it comes to your car paint color, but you do want to keep in mind a few things: 

• Although it's never been actually proved, it's often said that red cars - especially sporty models - catch the eye of law enforcement more and are more likely to be pulled over than other colors.
• Some insurance companies will charge higher premiums for colors like red or yellow (as these colors are usually found on sportier vehicles) and lower premiums for cars that or white or silver. Why? White and silver cars reflect sunlight the best, which makes them the most visible vehicles on the road and helps reduce the chances of an accident. 
• Think about whether you want to blend in or stand out. Colors that are neutral - like black, white, silver, etc. - blend into a crowd better. Red, blue, green, and yellow tend to stand out more from the other cars on the road. 
• Also, consider what finish you want. A gloss is typical, but there are also matte and satin finishes available in some colors for an upcharge that might be better suited to your tastes. 

Tip #2: Look at what's popular. If you're fixing up your car to sell it or know that you're going to trade it in soon after buying, look at car paint colors that are the most popular. This will ensure a higher resale value than if you were to choose an unpopular or uncommon paint color for your car. 

Tip #3: Make sure it fits the model. Certain colors vibe with certain cars - as mentioned, sportier Orlando Toyotas look great in yellows and reds. The same yellows and reds would likely look odd on a minivan like the Toyota Sienna. Make sure that the color you choose seems to suit the model you have; this will also affect resale value down the road. 

Tip #4: If you're restoring a classic car, look at the paint options from that model year. Restoring a 1966 Toyota and painting it a new color could go either way. If you want a true restoration, look at the paints that were available in the car's model year or generation. Most factory car colors have been reproduced with modern technology so you'll get the best of both worlds - authentic color with the latest protection and durability. 

Get more advice + info on car paint colors at Toyota of Orlando 

Want more information on car paint colors or need help getting your ride back to like-new condition? No matter what you're looking for, Toyota of Orlando can help you find it. We're open and waiting at 3575 Vineland Road, just off I-4 near the Millenia Mall, and you can reach us at (407) 298-4500.