Is Precision Red metallic??????
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Is Precision Red metallic??????
I got a lead on a Precision Red cpe loaded, 1SB, Nav, roof, Z51 with 1300 miles for 47300. Just not sure exactly what the Precision Red looks like. Is it metallic or not? Thanks, Dean
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Originally Posted by Deanpug
I got a lead on a Precision Red cpe loaded, 1SB, Nav, roof, Z51 with 1300 miles for 47300. Just not sure exactly what the Precision Red looks like. Is it metallic or not? Thanks, Dean
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Originally Posted by Deanpug
I got a lead on a Precision Red cpe loaded, 1SB, Nav, roof, Z51 with 1300 miles for 47300. Just not sure exactly what the Precision Red looks like. Is it metallic or not? Thanks, Dean
I wonder how long before Ted sees this.
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Originally Posted by Deanpug
Thanks! I did see where they came out with a new red! Might have to pass on this one. Again, Thanks! Dean
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Originally Posted by Another Yellow
Don't pass without a look. Precision Red was actually my second choice after DSOM. It looks different depending on the lighting conditions. Only 1,310 were made and it really is a nice color.
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I have a Precision Red Coupe and in my opinion it is the nicest color ever on a Vette and I've been driving them for 33 years. To me the Mag red has too much metal flake in the paint and almost looks "sparkly" in direct sunlight. PR is a deep maroonish red that takes on different hues depending on the light. Don't give up on this color until you see it in the flesh. I have never had more positive feedback on a car color than I have since I bought this car. Absolutely Gorgeous, especially when Zainoed!!! Part of the reason it was discontinued was confusion at the factory by workers when trying to differentiate Mag red and PR body panels as they are so close. The other reason was a desire for a traditional Torch red. So they started Victory Red. PR was NOT discontinued because it is so "dull". Look at the car in the light and then make a decision.
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Originally Posted by capevettes
I have a Precision Red Coupe and in my opinion it is the nicest color ever on a Vette and I've been driving them for 33 years. To me the Mag red has too much metal flake in the paint and almost looks "sparkly" in direct sunlight. PR is a deep maroonish red that takes on different hues depending on the light. Don't give up on this color until you see it in the flesh. I have never had more positive feedback on a car color than I have since I bought this car. Absolutely Gorgeous, especially when Zainoed!!! Part of the reason it was discontinued was confusion at the factory by workers when trying to differentiate Mag red and PR body panels as they are so close. The other reason was a desire for a traditional Torch red. So they started Victory Red. PR was NOT discontinued because it is so "dull". Look at the car in the light and then make a decision.
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No, It's not Metallic
Got the chance to see a PR at the car show in Boerne, TX several weeks ago. It got a lot of bad press when it first came out, thus it got discontinued... Shame, after seeing in in direct sunlight, I think it's beautiful. It's tough to describe, I like the mag red without metalic flake description, except that it's a bit darker than that. It has some magenta in it. It is a VERY rich red color, and even in the sunlight, it almost looks like it's still in the shade, sort of "shadowy". 
To be honest, if I had it to do over again, I think I would choose PR. It won best of C6 at the show, and I think it was well deserved. All colors were represnted, including the new VR..
Just my 2 cents...
To be honest, if I had it to do over again, I think I would choose PR. It won best of C6 at the show, and I think it was well deserved. All colors were represnted, including the new VR..
Just my 2 cents...
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Originally Posted by capevettes
I have a Precision Red Coupe and in my opinion it is the nicest color ever on a Vette and I've been driving them for 33 years. To me the Mag red has too much metal flake in the paint and almost looks "sparkly" in direct sunlight. PR is a deep maroonish red that takes on different hues depending on the light. Don't give up on this color until you see it in the flesh. I have never had more positive feedback on a car color than I have since I bought this car. Absolutely Gorgeous, especially when Zainoed!!! Part of the reason it was discontinued was confusion at the factory by workers when trying to differentiate Mag red and PR body panels as they are so close. The other reason was a desire for a traditional Torch red. So they started Victory Red. PR was NOT discontinued because it is so "dull". Look at the car in the light and then make a decision.
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Had I not seen a PR up close, I wouldn't have though much of it. However, having seen one up close, I think it's a nice red.
I don't care for VR. MagRed is nice, but for those who'd like a red that's not as dark, but is not as bright as VR, PR filled the gap nicely.
I don't care for VR. MagRed is nice, but for those who'd like a red that's not as dark, but is not as bright as VR, PR filled the gap nicely.
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Originally Posted by capevettes
Part of the reason it was discontinued was confusion at the factory by workers when trying to differentiate Mag red and PR body panels...
Gives some insight as to the high level of intelligence that exists at the factory, huh?
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Originally Posted by Another Yellow
It's not metallic. Just dull flat paint, the reason it was discontinued.
I wonder how long before Ted sees this.
Frank
I wonder how long before Ted sees this.
Frank
This red needs light, and at least Zaino to look its best. I understand the arguement of factory confusion between MR and PR during assembly. Lighting is not the best in that plant IMHO after a tour last week. See PR and VR in every lighting condition possible before your decision. I love my PR (look <), especially since its a rather unique red for GM. 
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Originally Posted by greenshirt77
Yeah, that's got to be tough, one's darker and has a ton of metal flake (translate to factory talk- "sparklies") and the other is lighter and has NO metal flake (sparklies) at all.
Gives some insight as to the high level of intelligence that exists at the factory, huh?
Gives some insight as to the high level of intelligence that exists at the factory, huh?
Those guys and gals that work the line do a great job, and the lighting in some areas is low. They have a great sense of pride at the BG plant. They definitely know that they are building not just any GM car, but a vette. It is the hardest of all the GM facilities to get a job in, long waiting list... When we did our plant tour during NCM delivery, it was difficult to tell the red colors apart, and there were both PR and MR cars on the line.
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Alot of folks did jump all over the P.R. but that did not change my order...Glad I didnt ..Absolutly a stand alone color....Mag Red is way to metalflaky for my taste ,and the V.R. is the same color as every pickup truck Chevy has made in the last 30 yrs......P.R./Cashmere / XM..WART. what a rare one I have......
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Originally Posted by jazzlove
Hey now, ease up on that kind of talk. Those guys and gals that work the line do a great job, and the lighting in some areas is low. They have a great sense of pride at the BG plant. They definitely know that they are building not just any GM car, but a vette. It is the hardest of all the GM facilities to get a job in, long waiting list...
When we did our plant tour during NCM delivery, it was difficult to tell the red colors apart, and there were both PR and MR cars on the line.
Those guys and gals that work the line do a great job, and the lighting in some areas is low. They have a great sense of pride at the BG plant. They definitely know that they are building not just any GM car, but a vette. It is the hardest of all the GM facilities to get a job in, long waiting list... When we did our plant tour during NCM delivery, it was difficult to tell the red colors apart, and there were both PR and MR cars on the line.
1. I've never seen a red I didn't like.
2. No excuse for poor lighting. Good lighting is imperative from both production and safety standpoints.
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Originally Posted by jazzlove
Hey now, ease up on that kind of talk. Those guys and gals that work the line do a great job, and the lighting in some areas is low. They have a great sense of pride at the BG plant. They definitely know that they are building not just any GM car, but a vette. It is the hardest of all the GM facilities to get a job in, long waiting list...
When we did our plant tour during NCM delivery, it was difficult to tell the red colors apart, and there were both PR and MR cars on the line.
Those guys and gals that work the line do a great job, and the lighting in some areas is low. They have a great sense of pride at the BG plant. They definitely know that they are building not just any GM car, but a vette. It is the hardest of all the GM facilities to get a job in, long waiting list... When we did our plant tour during NCM delivery, it was difficult to tell the red colors apart, and there were both PR and MR cars on the line.
I stand by my comment on telling the difference in the reds though. If a automobile factory has an issue w/ workers telling the diff between two VERY different reds, then it's time to up the wattage in that place.