The more light it reflects, the cooler the car. A black car can get 10-15 degrees F hotter than a white or silver one when it's sitting in the parking lot all day. Most cars do this because the owner has to work to afford the car payments.
I guess a white car shows more dirt than a black one. So, a light, dirt-color would be good in that department. I never choose the color because I get the car when it's life is over as far as the original owner is concerned.
Red cars get more attention from the cops - convertables too. I'd prefer something unusual (like purple or yellow) because I could find it quicker when it's parked at the Stadium or Walmart lot.
The days of the hippy have passed. When I was young, I really liked shock value, bright colors, weird shapes, etc. It was the only thing that really mattered - oh yeah, and not getting drafted to VietNam. Conservative stuff was what my grandmother liked. I guess there's an ebb and flow of values and political issues.
After the hippies came the skinheads, tattoos, and the unsmiling, unloving, attitude of "Get outta my way or I'll punch you out!." I enjoyed not having much to fear about and just cruising thru life. Now, you've gotta be carrying heat just be safe from all those bruisers who want to rob and rape you along with your family. Wow! what a shift in thinking...
So, what's the big difference in color. If it gets you there in the rain or snow, that's useful. Do you sit in your car with your color-coordinated outfit and scarf? How's that make-up with eyeliner and lashes? If the color affects how hot the car gets, you can buy another color next time. How long does a car last these days? I'd guess that you guys don't keep a car with 250K miles on it. You may be asking the wrong question.
I suppose you could find some data from the car salespeople. The manufacturers put out the colors that they believe will sell the most cars. So, I guess the colors that they paint them give you the answer about the mass public taste in general. I always looked for the unique look of some item in the car. Most cars today look very similar. I do like the colorful ones you've got up there on this thread.
Sheet metal work used to be a hobby back in the 60's. There were pages of adapted Cadillac tail lights on a Hudson Hornet. They'd describe the processes and where to get the trim pieces. I'd look at old bumpers and fenders in the junk yards and imagine how it would look. I never got far enough because I didn't have the tools or the knowhow to get any of those changes done. But, I bought a lot of magazines about the subject. It appealed to the creative spirit in the revolutionary hippy approach to life. It felt like you could have a very unique car that would express your artsy approach to the normal suburban reality.
Now, normality is the theme. Everyone wants to look the same so nothing would stand out. The cars and the hoodies, the Vans shoes, the t-shirts with the favorite band, etc. There seems to be a uniformity in society that doesn't promote individuality very much. Rap music, no harmony or even hitting particular notes, grunge all the way. hmmm!
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I guess a white car shows more dirt than a black one. So, a light, dirt-color would be good in that department. I never choose the color because I get the car when it's life is over as far as the original owner is concerned.
Red cars get more attention from the cops - convertables too. I'd prefer something unusual (like purple or yellow) because I could find it quicker when it's parked at the Stadium or Walmart lot.
After the hippies came the skinheads, tattoos, and the unsmiling, unloving, attitude of "Get outta my way or I'll punch you out!." I enjoyed not having much to fear about and just cruising thru life. Now, you've gotta be carrying heat just be safe from all those bruisers who want to rob and rape you along with your family. Wow! what a shift in thinking...
You may be asking the wrong question.
Sheet metal work used to be a hobby back in the 60's. There were pages of adapted Cadillac tail lights on a Hudson Hornet. They'd describe the processes and where to get the trim pieces. I'd look at old bumpers and fenders in the junk yards and imagine how it would look. I never got far enough because I didn't have the tools or the knowhow to get any of those changes done. But, I bought a lot of magazines about the subject. It appealed to the creative spirit in the revolutionary hippy approach to life. It felt like you could have a very unique car that would express your artsy approach to the normal suburban reality.
Now, normality is the theme. Everyone wants to look the same so nothing would stand out. The cars and the hoodies, the Vans shoes, the t-shirts with the favorite band, etc. There seems to be a uniformity in society that doesn't promote individuality very much. Rap music, no harmony or even hitting particular notes, grunge all the way. hmmm!