Thanks, Lexus.....a wise color choice.
#1
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Thanks, Lexus.....a wise color choice.
I've always felt that the Matador Red Mica color used on some Lexus models was beautiful. In fact, I bought my own Buick Verano in an extra-cost shade (Crystal Red Metallic Pearl) that is virtually identical to the Matador Red in hue/color and sparkle. Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep, to their credit, also has an extra-cost color called Inferno Red (sometimes refered to by other names), which, like on Buicks and some other GM cars, is an almost exact copy of the Lexus Matador Red (though you guys know from my auto-reviews that I don't think that most regular production paint jobs merit an extra-charge).
Anyhow, several times, in the past, especially at the D.C. auto show, I've suggested the Matador Red for the LS, since most of the LS paint jobs are either the nice-looking White Starfire Pearl (a color I've also always liked) or something super-dull that looked more at home in a mortuary. More than once, the Lexus reps replied by saying that they felt that the Matador Red was probably too sporty a color for the conservative LS, and that it woudn't sell. (I assume that's why the LS doesn't get the Solar Yellow my old IS300 had, or the stunning Ultrasonic Blue of the IS-F).
This year, I notice that Lexus has adopted the Matador Red to the LS, even on the base-model 460. Wise choice, IMO.
Now, about that Amythist............we're still waiting.
Anyhow, several times, in the past, especially at the D.C. auto show, I've suggested the Matador Red for the LS, since most of the LS paint jobs are either the nice-looking White Starfire Pearl (a color I've also always liked) or something super-dull that looked more at home in a mortuary. More than once, the Lexus reps replied by saying that they felt that the Matador Red was probably too sporty a color for the conservative LS, and that it woudn't sell. (I assume that's why the LS doesn't get the Solar Yellow my old IS300 had, or the stunning Ultrasonic Blue of the IS-F).
This year, I notice that Lexus has adopted the Matador Red to the LS, even on the base-model 460. Wise choice, IMO.
Now, about that Amythist............we're still waiting.
Last edited by mmarshall; 01-19-13 at 06:07 PM.
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I've always felt that the Matador Red Mica color used on some Lexus models was beautiful. In fact, I bought my own Buick Verano in an extra-cost shade (Crystal Red Metallic Pearl) that is virtually identical to the Matador Red in hue/color and sparkle. Chrysler/Dodge/Jeep, to their credit, also has an extra-cost color called Inferno Red (sometimes refered to by other names), which, like on Buicks and some other GM cars, is an almost exact copy of the Lexus Matador Red (though you guys know from my auto-reviews that I don't think that most regular production paint jobs merit an extra-charge).
Anyhow, several times, in the past, especially at the D.C. auto show, I've suggested the Matador Red for the LS, since most of the LS paint jobs are either the nice-looking White Starfire Pearl (a color I've also always liked) or something super-dull that looked more at home in a mortuary. More than once, the Lexus reps replied by saying that they felt that the Matador Red was probably too sporty a color for the conservative LS, and that it woudn't sell. (I assume that's why the LS doesn't get the Solar Yellow my old IS300 had, or the stunning Ultrasonic Blue of the IS-F).
This year, I notice that Lexus has adopted the Matador Red to the LS, even on the base-model 460. Wise choice, IMO.
Now, about that Amythist............we're still waiting.
Anyhow, several times, in the past, especially at the D.C. auto show, I've suggested the Matador Red for the LS, since most of the LS paint jobs are either the nice-looking White Starfire Pearl (a color I've also always liked) or something super-dull that looked more at home in a mortuary. More than once, the Lexus reps replied by saying that they felt that the Matador Red was probably too sporty a color for the conservative LS, and that it woudn't sell. (I assume that's why the LS doesn't get the Solar Yellow my old IS300 had, or the stunning Ultrasonic Blue of the IS-F).
This year, I notice that Lexus has adopted the Matador Red to the LS, even on the base-model 460. Wise choice, IMO.
Now, about that Amythist............we're still waiting.
Glad Lexus finally came to their senses and trust what customers like us are saying..
Matadaor Red will be an Awesome LS color..
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Great post MM! I have to say I'm not a red car personality type person but I was smitten by the Matador Red and I have no regrets with it in my 7+ years of ownership.
I thought it looks really good on the 3RX too and I'm certain it will look very good on the LS. Interestingly I've even had a handful of people tell me that although they are not a fan of the IS they absolutely love the color!
I thought it looks really good on the 3RX too and I'm certain it will look very good on the LS. Interestingly I've even had a handful of people tell me that although they are not a fan of the IS they absolutely love the color!
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Noble Spinel Mica is FAR superior than the Matador Red on the LS, the matador red is nice on the IS but it has too much of an orange hue for a large elegant classy looking car like the LS.
The darker red paint (I think it's called Ruby Red) formerly offered for the ES looks better on the ES than the Matador Red available for the ES now too, I have seen them both side by side.
Yes, I do think Twilight Amethyst Pearl should be offered again on a future Lexus model.
The darker red paint (I think it's called Ruby Red) formerly offered for the ES looks better on the ES than the Matador Red available for the ES now too, I have seen them both side by side.
Yes, I do think Twilight Amethyst Pearl should be offered again on a future Lexus model.
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My favorite are Black Opal Mica that never caught up in US and Peridot Green Mica, the perfect green color on a warm side.
Surprisingly enough Lexus doesn't offer any green anymore.
Surprisingly enough Lexus doesn't offer any green anymore.
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I am (admittedly) conservative in at least some of my automotive views (such as old-fashioned ride-comfort)....but I've never felt that even traditional non-sporting luxury cars like the LS had to be limited to just funeral-color shades.
Yes, I do think Twilight Amethyst Pearl should be offered again on a future Lexus model.
I considered buying a Dodge Challenger R/T a couple of years ago when they did a special limited-run of them in the original 1970 Plum-Crazy purple color I remember from high school. That color was (and still is) dynamite....but I was unimpressed with the Challenger's build-quality even today (the original 1970 had unbelievably bad workmanship), and its RWD and high-power is practically useless on slick roads.
Here's the Amythist Impreza:
Last edited by mmarshall; 01-20-13 at 05:15 PM.
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I respect your opinion on that matter, Andrew (I know you're a long-time Lexus owner) .....but, ironically, that was exactly the same excuse that the Lexus reps gave me when they first said they they too, felt that Matador Red was probably too sporty a color for the LS. Perhaps, when they finally saw a prototype LS painted in that shade, maybe they changed their minds.
I am (admittedly) conservative in at least some of my automotive views (such as old-fashioned ride-comfort)....but I've never felt that even traditional non-sporting luxury cars like the LS had to be limited to just funeral-color shades.
I am (admittedly) conservative in at least some of my automotive views (such as old-fashioned ride-comfort)....but I've never felt that even traditional non-sporting luxury cars like the LS had to be limited to just funeral-color shades.
I do like the Matador Red paint though, but it's good only on the IS and SC to me.
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Thanks.
Agreed....red is generally not among my favorites, but, among the reds that are available, you and I both seem to agree that (almost) no one does it better than Lexus with the Matador Red. Chrysler did a copy-cat (or was it the other way around)? Inferno Red which was also gorgeous (charging extra-cost for it). GM jumped on the bandwagon with its very similiar Crystal Red Metallic (also extra-cost)...that is the color I have on my Buick Verano. The Verano, when it first debuted, I thought, had a very poor and too-limited color-choice (one of the car's few weaknesses)....the Pearl White and Crystal Red were the only exceptions. Since then, though, a nice bright-ish blue (mostly for the new turbo model) has been added.
I have to say I'm not a red car personality type person but I was smitten by the Matador Red and I have no regrets with it in my 7+ years of ownership.
Last edited by mmarshall; 01-20-13 at 05:44 PM.