MY2018
MY2018
Market Find: BMW Individual Daytona Violet Metallic M3 Competition
Will·
In certain circles, paying up to get your new Tailored hot rod painted purple would be looked at as a downright strange choice. Fortunately this is not one of those circles, and Daytona Violet is not a color to be underestimated. Occurring for one wonderful year during the E36 M3's run before being replaced by the slightly different but just as cool Techno Violet, Daytona has become a favorite of enthusiasts and BMW themselves in recent times.
Market Find: 960hp Audi exclusive Nogaro Blue RS 3 Sedan
Will·
When launched, it wasn't hard to draw parallels between the then-new Audi RS 3 sedan and the tuner's darling B5 generation S4. Apart from physical size, it had great aftermarket potential, solid interior quality, and was understated enough that it wouldn't cause a scene in the lot of Whole Foods.
Market Find: Nogaro Blue Audi exclusive RS 5 Coupe on Carvana
It's always fascinating when you find a tailored specimen on a mass platform like Carvana. Sort of like happening upon a Hot Wheels Treasure Hunt toy in a bin at Walmart, it makes for a delightful experience you're not likely going to replicate anytime soon.
Market Find: Nogaro Blue Audi TT RS
If you’re looking for a car that’s never been modified, this car probably isn’t for you. That said, the folks who are into Audi’s turbocharged 5-cylinder models like the TT RS are probably aware and attracted to a built car. While photos are limited, we can clearly see tuning going on under the hood and negative camber on the wheels. The listing doesn’t give details, but it states 0 miles on a freshly rebuilt engine.
Market Find: 911 Cup-Inspired Porsche Paint to Sample Signal Yellow GT3
Will·
Some of us a are more, well, thorough than others when it comes to the Tailored Driver ethos. Paint to Sample colors are incredibly prevalent, so if you really want to set yourself apart from the others at your local Cars and Coffee (especially in the Bay Area), you have to bring it.
Market Find: 2018 Audi exclusive Riviera Blue RS 5 Coupe
Will·
Riviera Blue has been covered here before, and for good reason- it's a wildly popular bright blue that genuinely looks incredible when applied to all brands covered by Tailored Driver. Seen here on a 2018 Audi RS 5 with a tasteful yet subtle feature on it's Brake Calipers as well, this Tailored Driver also features several unknown modifications.
Market Find: BMW Individual Laguna Seca Blue M3 competition
Will·
Arguably underappreciated in it's day, BMW's Laguna Seca Blue is a vivid pastel blue that has gained traction in the past decade to the point where it's not just a frequent Tailored Driver flyer via BMW Individual, it also comes with it's own surcharge when found on E46 M3s and later Z3 M coupes.
Market Find: Porsche Paint to Sample Geyser Grey Metallic 911 GT3 Touring
Will·
Despite the potential for being dismissed as simply 'beige' by onlookers, Porsche's Geyser Grey Metallic is a pretty interesting color in the eyes of Tailored Driver. Most commonly seen on the 50th Anniversary 911, Geyser is an off-white with a fairly subtle metallic flake for some added dynamism.
Market Find: Porsche Paint to Sample Voodoo Blue 911 Carrera S Coupe
Will·
Porsche's Paint to Sample Voodoo Blue is quickly attaining frequent flyer status at Tailored Driver, and for good reason- the pale blue looks quite incredible, regardless of application. While somewhat wild to say, 2018 was already 7(!) years ago and just slightly before Paint to Sample became a nearly must-have option for new Porsche buyers.
Market Find: 2018 Audi exclusive Merlin Purple S5 sportback
Will·
While seemingly uncommon in the real world, Audi exclusive's Merlin Purple sure is a frequent flyer in the world of Tailored Driver. Seen here on an S5 sportback, Merlin may not be for everyone but those bold enough to take the jump are rewarded with a deep, dynamic hue that is certain to be a conversation starter.