When it comes to purchasing a new car, many consumers believe it is one of the most important decisions they will ever make.
Here at Look to Buy, we try our very best to make that choice as easy and as well informed as possible by giving you every specification, feature and test result we can get our hands on. However, there is another very important dilemma that might seem a little more superficial, but actually says more about you than you might think.
We are talking about the colour of your car and how outsiders might perceive it. So to give you a bit more of an insight before you take the plunge and splash out on that brand new vehicle, here are some of the typical responses that certain colours of car might evoke.
Red
This is one of the most popular but also most striking colours to choose. For some, it might seem a little garish, but fans of red bodywork see it as a sure sign of presitge and a driver who is full of confidence.
It almost goes without saying that there is one manufacturer which has to be considered a primary contributor to this – Ferrari. The Italian sports giant has built an international empire based on its reputation for cars that are premium, powerful and inevitably expensive.
What's more, most Ferraris come in a wide range of colours, but red has always shone through as its trademark.
In terms of a person's character, too, red signifies someone who is strong-willed and always prepared to take the lead – lets just hope your driving skills can match such an accomplished persona.
Blue
Deep and navy blues are always at the top of many people's priority lists, with research conducted by the AA indicating that more than six out of every 10 cars produced are now red, silver or blue.
These colours are deemed to be subtle and calming, creating impression of a driver who is in perfect control and is rarely flustered. Critics of deep blues occasionally claim that it is a slightly bland choice that could risk fading into the background, but this could have its advantages.
Some people worry that choosing a car colour that is too outlandish could affect their chance of getting a good deal when it comes to selling the vehicle on to someone else. This could be true, after all natural colours that don't come as much of a shock are likely to generally have a broader appeal.
Metallic
In the modern world of space age technology, it is perhaps not surprising to find out that chrome and metallic finishes are among the most popular for new cars. According to Glass' Information Services, a car with metallic paint job could fetch as much as £200 more than an identical model with a base colour.
A metallic car colour suggests it is owned by someone who is moving with the times and savvy when it comes to anticipating the future.
This is just a rough guide to how some of the most popular car colours on the market could be perceived. In the end, it is all subjective, but maybe give it a little more thought next time you arrive at the showroom to pick up a new vehicle.