Poll: Silver Mink: Who wears it better?

[JohnK]

OK, let's have a little fun. I'm debating paint color, stripes, etc. One of the leading contenders is silver. I believe the "official" Shelby color was called Silver Mink. Here are two fine examples of that color. I'm curious to hear everyone's thoughts on the overall livery of the two cars (main stripes, team stripes, meatballs, etc.) and how you think either of these would look on a MKIV roadster. My build features 18" wheels powder coated black with bare aluminum spinners, side pipes ceramic coated in satin black, black quickjacks, black dual roll bars, and all other trim (windshield, mirrors, lemans cap, etc.) in chrome.

Other questions for you all include, if painting meatballs on a car, do you prefer they include a painted number or leave them empty? Meatballs on the sides too, or just hood and trunk?

I believe this is the same silver color on both cars. The difference comes down to the lighting in the photos.

First up we have CSX 3016 with its very distinctive red, white and blue stripe running down the center:

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=151920&d=1628604494

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=151924&d=1628607784


Next up we have CSX 3040 with two white stripes and meatballs, and the two yellow team stripes on the DS front fender:

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=151919&d=1628604494

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=151923&d=1628607784

[Straversi]

If I were going with meatballs, I’d go all in with the painted numbers and all of the sponsor stickers as well. The red, white and blue stripes on silver is one of my favorites.
-Steve

[phileas_fogg]

Agreed. Empty meatballs look incomplete to my eye.

But if you like the look, go for it. You're the only one your car who gets to judge your car.


John

[Straversi]

Another variation of the theme that I like.

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=151958&d=1628629080

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=151957&d=1628629062

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=151956&d=1628629053


-Steve

[RoadRacer]

You're the only one who gets to judge your car.


Amen.

But for sure the thin red/blue striped version!! :D

And numbers..

[JohnK]

Thanks for all the comments everyone. Keep 'em coming! The monochromatic look of CSX 3040 (except for the two team stripes) is really classy but the red/white/blue of CSX 3016 is very unlike any other cobra I've seen and really pops.

[CDXXVII]

I'm a bit biased though :cool:

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=151990&d=1628655766

[JohnK]

I'm a bit biased though :cool:



Beautiful! Every time I see photos of your car it stands out to me. What exact color silver is that? I'm assuming the stripes are Wimbledon White?

[Nigel Allen]

Audi silver with extra 'grain'? added.

152016

[JohnK]

Wow, nearly 350 views and only 17 votes? When did you all become so reserved with your opinions? :p

[JV1953]

CSX3016 Red White and Blue! Just don't see that much!

[austinsnake]

CSX3016...Silver & skinny red + blue - looks cool, and is quite unique...if you value your Roadster being a bit different for sure.

I'm not a big fan of meatballs, but they look better to me with a number...and you can pick something that has special meaning to you for another unique aspect.

Can't wait to see what you come up with.

[M. Townsend]

Silver with the black pipes and roll bar(s). You could go with a black hood scoop too. Then the stripes.... I think I would choose something that highlights other components of the car.

[460.465USMC]

3040 for me, but I would not leave the meatballs blank. Not a meatball guy, but if you have them, don't leave blank IMHO.