Dark Metallic Gray color assistance please!

[mmklaxer]

I've been driving around looking at gray cars without much success. I'm looking for a true dark gray (not blue gray, brown gray, etc) metallic finish. Not a huge fan of the current plain gloss trend. Online I've seen some colors that look sharp, but can't tell without seeing in person. A couple colors that could work for spray samples:

Ford Magnetic Metallic
Ford Dark Shadow Gray
Sterling Metallic Gray
Evoke Gray Metallic (my old pontiac g8 - i liked it)
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Anyone have something in that range?

Mike

[BRRT]

Ram truck Granite Crystal Metallic

[Rdone585]

I went with the Ford Magnetic Metallic. Still happy with the choice.

[Jeff Kleiner]

I've done a few:

Ford Magnetic

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=186428&d=1687873330

Ford Dark Shadow Gray

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=186430&d=1687873584

Not quite as dark as those but still a bit darker than Sterling Gray is one that I just completed in Nissan/Infiniti Cinza Grafite

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=186429&d=1687873459

Cheers,
Jeff

[RJD]

I've been driving around looking at gray cars without much success. I'm looking for a true dark gray (not blue gray, brown gray, etc) metallic finish. Not a huge fan of the current plain gloss trend. Online I've seen some colors that look sharp, but can't tell without seeing in person. A couple colors that could work for spray samples:

Ford Magnetic Metallic
Ford Dark Shadow Gray
Sterling Metallic Gray
Evoke Gray Metallic (my old pontiac g8 - i liked it)
186427

Anyone have something in that range?

Mike

Here's Ford Magnetic Gray Metallic:

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[philg]

Grigio Silverstone

[mmklaxer]

This is all great, keep 'em coming!

[vtullomk4]

Mine is Ford Sterling Gray

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[dbo_texas]

Mine is Ford Sterling Gray

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That dash! Damn...entire build looks mean as hell!

[DanQ]

We used to own a 2006 Toyota Camry that was a gun metal gray. I always like that color and had a nice metallic look.186531

[juddster]

Here is Chevy's Shadow Grey Metallic used on the Corvette. The stripes are BMW Titan Silver Metallic.

The Shadow Grey has some blue in it.

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=186545&d=1688051464

[Hoooper]

Audi made a really nice one, I think its Manhattan grey

[KDubU]

Mike, I will throw you a curve ball but at least it’s grey! :cool:

Grigio Maratea
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[Railroad]

Sgm
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[MB750]

Looks like you've got options, but I like surfing the House of Kolor website for ideas.

https://www.houseofkolor.com/kolors/?ref=topnav

Paralysis by analysis though, there's over 1000 color options.

[j.miller]

Which ever you pick you really need to see it in person. Pictures are way too subjective. That being said ,Ford Magnetic Gray is one of my favorites . If you do not like the pearls i9 it you may want to look at some BMW dark grays from the early 90s...da Bat

[cv2065]

Looks great. Pipes look like they have a sheen to them. Are they ceramic coated?

[mmklaxer]

Looks great. Pipes look like they have a sheen to them. Are they ceramic coated?

Yep - my powder coater also ceramic coated the pipes with the same satin finish

[mmklaxer]

Ok so you guys aren’t necessarily making it easier!! Hahah! Seriously appreciate the advice. I’ll pick 3-4 that are closest to what I’m shooting and ask the painter to spray samples.

[cv2065]

Yep - my powder coater also ceramic coated the pipes with the same satin finish

That's great. The ceramic coaters around here will only do a Matte Flat. Might have to send them to Jet Hot. I think they have a Satin Black. As far as colors, here's a couple for you. Daytona Gray Pearl or Lamborghini Grigio Lynx Metallic. I'm deciding between the Lynx Metallic or deep black with Race Red accents. Lots of cool colors!

[mmklaxer]

That's great. The ceramic coaters around here will only do a Matte Flat. Might have to send them to Jet Hot. I think they have a Satin Black. As far as colors, here's a couple for you. Daytona Gray Pearl or Lamborghini Grigio Lynx Metallic. I'm deciding between the Lynx Metallic or deep black with Race Red accents. Lots of cool colors!

I’ll ask the guys about the product they used for the satin finish and will pass along. Maybe your guy can order.

[Rdone585]

These pipes are satin black cerakot.
Car color is 2020 GT500 Magnetic Metallic, white stripes with a little cream color, and GT500 lime green side stripes.
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Forgot to add, the paint has IGL Kenso ceramic coating. II mention that because it affects the final color. It gave it more depth, shine, and a slightly different shade.

[mmklaxer]

These pipes are satin black cerakot.
Car color is 2020 GT500 Magnetic Metallic, white stripes with a little cream color, and GT500 lime green side stripes.
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Forgot to add, the paint has IGL Kenso ceramic coating. II mention that because it affects the final color. It gave it more depth, shine, and a slightly different shade.

Oooooooooh boy, this is the deep gray I was looking for. Nice.

[David_L]

How about grigio telesto used on a lamborghini. I saw this paint color and is what I'm planning on using.


https://youtu.be/8Tqss0HhPAM

[32J]

Volvo Savile Grey Metallic 492. My first time ever painting a car, and I swung for the fences with metallic. Obviously, I didn't get it right. Still love the color, though. People tell me it looks like authentic 1965 paint that's been wind-eroded. I'll take it.

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I was inspired by the color of this guy's car, on Youtube, that he described as a Volvo grey: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Nw6akI3AElc

[Cincy123]

Could you post the paint code for the Ford Magnetic metallic?
Thanks

[Jeff Kleiner]

Could you post the paint code for the Ford Magnetic metallic?
Thanks

J7

Jeff

[Fman]

BMW Sterling gray, this color will change in different light conditions.

https://thefactoryfiveforum.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=158167&d=1638415131

[CABulldog]

The ford magnetic is a wonderful color, that is what color my pick up is as I fell in love with it when I was shopping for it. I plan to use it as the strip color on my mk4.

[Cincy123]

Thanks Jeff

[Itsibarra]

Not a roadster or my car, but here's a link to a gray that I am very fond of. The first post of this forum the photographer took a number of shots at different times of the day.
Subaru Dark Grey Metallic (DGM) - Paint Code: 61k (https://www.ft86club.com/forums/showthread.php?t=43402)

Lots of flake and also dependent on light conditions.

Another close up of paint during Sunset
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[JOE A]

Ford Sterling Grey Metallic with Ford Silver Metallic Stripes.187053187054187055

[Hacksaw84]

My car is Lamborghini grigio lynx metallic for the body and Audi vesuvius gray metallic for the stripe. When I have the car next to my Ford Magnetic F150, the color is close but slightly less brown ish and more blue ish.

The video gives a more complete view of it than just a picture

https://youtu.be/NPuJLxKogYQ

[David_L]

My car is Lamborghini grigio lynx metallic for the body and Audi vesuvius gray metallic for the stripe. When I have the car next to my Ford Magnetic F150, the color is close but slightly less brown ish and more blue ish.

The video gives a more complete view of it than just a picture

https://youtu.be/NPuJLxKogYQ

Nice color!

[cdurbin328]

I've been driving around looking at gray cars without much success. I'm looking for a true dark gray (not blue gray, brown gray, etc) metallic finish. Not a huge fan of the current plain gloss trend. Online I've seen some colors that look sharp, but can't tell without seeing in person. A couple colors that could work for spray samples:

Ford Magnetic Metallic
Ford Dark Shadow Gray
Sterling Metallic Gray
Evoke Gray Metallic (my old pontiac g8 - i liked it)
186427

Anyone have something in that range?

Mike

HY_M7470 Dark Matter Gray Metallic - Ford

[Jeff Kleiner]

HY_M7470 Dark Matter Gray Metallic - Ford

FYI, I recently priced this color in PPG Deltron. It’s loaded with exotic pearls and toners resulting in a $3,500/gallon price tag.

Jeff

[skidd]

I wouldn't call my car "dark metallic gray". In fact, I think this is actually a silver. .. just happens to be gray-ish. Offered for your consideration.
BMW 472.

https://www.ludicrous-speed.com/zp/cache/Shanes%20Cobra/PhotoShoot/IMG_6539_595.jpg
https://www.ludicrous-speed.com/zp/Shanes%20Cobra/PhotoShoot/IMG_6539.JPG

https://www.ludicrous-speed.com/zp/cache/Shanes%20Cobra/PhotoShoot/IMG_6533_595.jpg
https://www.ludicrous-speed.com/zp/Shanes%20Cobra/PhotoShoot/IMG_6533.JPG