The Coolest Mainstream Car Colors To Choose If You Are Feeling Eccentric

According to multiple paint manufacturers, the most popular colors for new cars are white, black, and silver. While the top charts are not the same every year, these three shades are the most popular across the world.

While some markets prefer white cars, others go for black automobiles, while silver is the king somewhere else around the world. We will not go into a debate whether white or black are colors according to scientists, so the reference to them as “colors” is present just to clarify that we are talking about automotive paint options.

Evidently, the other shades that are popular in the charts include green, blue, and red. Few buyers “risk” getting yellow cars, because they might feel that their prized possessions will be confused with taxis.

We decided to consume a few hours browsing car configurators of various affordable manufacturers to see what kind of color could a buyer get for a mainstream model without seeing it around town very soon.

We know that exotic car brands like Ferrari and Rolls-Royce will gladly sell you whatever color hue you can imagine or describe, but this article is not about that. The point of this story was to see what kind of shade can an average Joe from Europe (just an example) get for an affordable car.

We must note that choosing any of the following colors for your next purchase might affect you in the long run, because finding touch-up pens for minor scrapes might become a nightmare. Furthermore, some buyers might be put off by your unique taste in color, but you can rest heartened that you will not find another car like it on the road in the predictable future.

Even if you do encounter another vehicle in the same eccentric shade as yours, you can always compliment the owner on their choice. Remember, we are talking about affordable production cars here, so there is no chance for “custom.”

Both of you will quickly find your vehicles in a crowded parking lot, and the vehicles might get a better resale value when compared to their silver, white, or black equivalents just for being different.

You must remember that some cars can “wear” an unusual color better than others, so choose wisely. Feel free to ask a fashionable friend to help out when selecting the color of your next ride, if you are unsure of the choice. After all, it might not look as good to others if it does to you.

For the list below, we focused on hatchbacks and sedans, because these are the least likely to receive an unusual color from the factory. If you want to get a car that looks great in brown or orange, for example, you can easily choose a modern SUV that offers that option.

Most of them “wear” these shades with ease, but it is not that easy for some hatchbacks. We must mention that alloy wheels are a must with eccentric colors - wearing “steelies” with a sick paint job is like having flip-flops and a suit.

Nissan Pulsar "Azure"

This shade of purple might be more popular than others on our list, but we still think it is an attractive option for those interested in getting a car that is different.

Instead of getting a new Volkswagen Golf, you can buy a Nissan Pulsar. If you like to stay away from the pack, you can always choose the “Azure” shade for the Japanese compact hatchback.

Evidently, the Volkswagen Golf is available in similar shades, but they are more expensive to order, and having a purple Golf does not seem quite right.

However, on this Nissan, the tone is fitting, especially if you look how it covers the sculpted body. Looking through the press shots of this car, we observed that the shade also seems to shift its reflection in an interesting mode.

The wheels on the example seen above are a perfect fit, as they appear to have a five-leg star pattern while spinning. The optional rear tinted windows also seem to be a good choice, so go for that if you are already spending some money on optional equipment. The shades worn by the Mark Zuckerberg lookalike driver are optional.

Ford Fiesta "Aquamarine Green"

We found this shade of green in the Ford Fiesta configurator for the German market, just like we did with most of the colors seen in this story. This particular hue of green is rather common among a few automakers, but few people order it. We have a hard time remembering if we have ever seen one of these on the road.

Regardless if we saw this kind of green on the current generation Ford Fiesta or even other models, you must agree that it is something that you do not see every day. This is something that the prospective buyer we described in the introduction is looking when selecting a color that is different from those used by “the pack.”

This generation of the Fiesta was also available in a shade of yellow that resembled Gold, but we have seen a few of those on the road because it was a “launch color.” The latter term refers to the shade chosen by the automaker to appear in the press shots and promotional materials, and many people want that color because it looks good, but it becomes mundane about a year after launch.

Volkswagen Golf “Ginstergelb”

The direct translation of this shade is “Broom Yellow.” You must admit that you have not seen a Volkswagen Golf finished in this shade at any dealer, and that is because people feel awkward about yellow cars. Some think it makes their vehicles look like a taxi, while others do not like how it looks.

This is the kind of color that you choose when you are an outgoing person and when “extrovert” is one of the words that define your personality. If you are shy, or like to keep things to yourself, this color is not a good idea.

We must note that we found this shade as an option in the German configurator for the Volkswagen Golf. Its price is also noteworthy - it costs 1,770 euros in Germany.

There might be a reason why people do not buy pearlescent yellow Golfs after all. Prices may differ on your market, so be sure to check the configurator for your country before commenting that we are horribly wrong.

Mazda2 "Grey Titanium Flash"

The Mazda2 is one of the most attractive cars in the segment. Its launch color was a bright shade of red. We noticed that this automobile has a nice look in white, red, or blue. Even a black Mazda2 will look nice if you choose an attractive set of rims.

We came across this shade in a bid to find something unusual. Moreover, we did - Grey Titanium Flash is the official name of this color. It looks like brown in photos, but we have seen something similar in real life, and it is not half bad.

This shade is for those that are interested in having a different color on a beautiful car, but without the risk of making it more flashy than getting the vehicle in red. Be careful if you opt for a hue like this, on any model except for SUVs, because other people might not appreciate cappuccino-colored automobiles.

Renault Talisman "Amethyst Black"

We saved the best for last. Renault had a lot of courage with the Talisman sedan, which strayed from its Laguna and Latitude predecessors with an unusual design. While most of them will be black, white, or silver, you can get one in this shade.

They describe it as “Amethyst Black,” but the photos clearly show a purple tint on that black paint that was probably used as a base for this pearlescent option. The German configurator for the Renault Talisman lists this paint as a €900 option, which feels affordable when compared to the Golf’s “Broom Yellow.”

However, getting a French sedan in a shade that looks like purple is a courageous decision. Be sure you are ready for people pointing at your car, and even taking pictures of it while you are driving. It might take a toll on the resale value, so try to remember that before ticking the box on the options list.

PS: the person who made Renault’s online configurator tool was a bit uninspired, as they used a similar shade of purple for the background that stands behind the Talisman. A contrasting or neutral color would have brought more distinction.