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Market Find: 2018 Porsche Paint to Sample Graphite Blue Metallic Macan GTS
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A modern Porsche, in Paint to Sample Graphite Blue Metallic, for $32k. Say what you will, but that's a compelling statement. Graphite Blue Metallic was one of the more interesting standard colors from the 991 generation of Porsche's 911, appearing nearly Nardo Grey at first glance, but with just enough cyan to have a clear differentiation.
EU Market Find: 1992 Porsche 911 Turbo in Mint Green
We're hitting a theme this week of cars that have experienced color changes, and this one may be the most interesting yet. Get past the fact that it seems like you rarely if ever see a 964-generation 911 Turbo in Mint Green (much less one with less than 200 miles on the odometer), because that's just the beginning of the story. You see, this car left the factory painted Paint to Sample Gulf Orange (gulforange; 019; non-metallic UNI; Porsche) with black interior.
Market Find: 2024 Porsche Paint to Sample Oak Green Metallic 718 Spyder RS
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We don't play favorites at Tailored Driver, but if we did, Porsche Oak Green Metallic would be a strong contender. A deeper shade than Aston's Racing Green, Oak Green features a gold metallic flake that genuinely pops in direct sunlight.
Market Find: 2015 Porsche Cayenne S e-Hybrid in Peridot Metallic
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One of the best parts of Tailored Driver population is the deep research required on the more obscure finds and referrals sent to us by our dedicated readership. While newer and more common are admittedly fairly easy to decipher, the older stuff that excites us can also frustrate. Case in point is this Tailored Driver, a 2015 Porsche Cayenne S e-Hyrbid found on Facebook Marketplace.
Market Find: 2024 Porsche Paint to Sample Aetna Blue 718 Cayman GT4 RS
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A true classic that made it’s debut on Porsche’s 356, Aetna Blue (or Etna Blue) is equal parts pastel and vibrant. Decidedly darker than Gulf Blue, Etna gives Tailors the opportunity to achieve a result that stands out in a tasteful way while still inspiring conversation.
Market Find: 2011 Porsche Paint to Sample Mexico Blue 911 Turbo S
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The 997.2 Turbo S is, in most cases, a Porsche model which wears the 'good value' for money badge proudly. Enthusiasts have overlooked the shocking performance due to a lack of engagement from the PDK-only transmission, and as such the 997 Turbo S can often be had for a song- even more so should it's roof be made of fabric rather than metal.
Market Find: 2005 Porsche Paint to Sample Linen Grey Metallic 911 Carrera S Cabriolet
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We'll never tire of 997 and older generation Paint (and Leather) to Sample Porsche models as this was a time before social media notoriety, when you either found out about the Paint to Sample program through a forum, or through your well-informed Dealer. In other words, if you had about $4,000, some level of patience and a vision, there was a good shot your newly ordered Porsche would be a one-off.
Market Find: 2022 Porsche Paint to Sample Slate Grey 718 Spyder
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At this point, I think it's legally required to mention that Porsche's Paint to Sample Slate Grey was Steve McQueen's favorite color any time the hue is seen or spoken about. Cliché, sure, but also for good reason- the so-called King of Cool reigned during one of the more fondly-remembered eras in pop culture history, and of all the wild pastels, he put his money on Grey.
Market Find: 2018 Porsche Paint to Sample Meteor Grey Metallic 911 GT3
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At the offices of Tailored Driver, we love to put ourselves in the shoes of our Market Find's original Tailors and try to imagine how conversations went while curating and submitting each order. With this Paint to Sample Meteor Grey Metallic 991-generation GT3, we'd assume that a 997-generation GT3 owner walked into the Porsche dealer in Plano, TX after being told that the then-new 2018 model would be available with three pedals for what was assumed to be the last time.
Market Find: 2022 Porsche Paint to Sample San Marino Blue 718 Cayman GTS
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It's often said (or at least inferred) that the BMW M3/4 is the last stop on a car enthusiasts way to Porsche ownership. If that's the case, this Paint to Sample San Marino Blue 718 Cayman GTS is one hell of a proof of concept.