Techno Violet not available

cruise_bone · 02-17-2016, 09:26 AM

So, my alternatives for my 2016 M3 are Daytona Violet or Velvet Blue.
Both are hot colors.

My question is, which is closer to Techno Violet?

To me, Daytona looks to have a little red in it under bright sunshine but is a beautiful dark purple under cloudy or evening skies.

I have seen pictures of Velvet Blue and it sometimes looks like a dark blue and sometimes has purple in it.

I think I have a solid feel as to what DV looks like but am not as comfortable with what VB looks like. So again, which do y'all think is closer to TechnoViolet? Your responses may impact my build!

Thanks!

Sal@AUTOcouture · 02-17-2016, 09:43 AM

Velvet Blue:

Twilight Purple:

W/// · 02-17-2016, 09:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by cruise_bone

So, my alternatives for my 2016 M3 are Daytona Violet or Velvet Blue.
Both are hot colors.

My question is, which is closer to Techno Violet?

To me, Daytona looks to have a little red in it under bright sunshine but is a beautiful dark purple under cloudy or evening skies.

I have seen pictures of Velvet Blue and it sometimes looks like a dark blue and sometimes has purple in it.

I think I have a solid feel as to what DV looks like but am not as comfortable with what VB looks like. So again, which do y'all think is closer to TechnoViolet? Your responses may impact my build!

Thanks!

Daytona of course. I own a Techno Violet E36 M3 and under no circumstances does it ever look like a blue car. Either either purple or almost black at night.

Daytona is a bit lighter than Techno, but easily the closest to what's available out there. Violet Blue is way more blue than purple, whereas Daytona and Techno will always be purple rather than blue.

Hope this helps. Both great choices though

davem3fan · 02-17-2016, 10:00 AM

I'll post some photos of my Daytona Car after I collect it at BMW Welt in early April.

The more I looked at my E34 M5 after I bought it, the more I became convinced it was the ONLY choice for my next M car, which will be an F80 M3.

W/// · 02-17-2016, 10:29 AM

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Originally Posted by davem3fan

I'll post some photos of my Daytona Car after I collect it at BMW Welt in early April.

The more I looked at my E34 M5 after I bought it, the more I became convinced it was the ONLY choice for my next M car, which will be an F80 M3.

Please tell me you still have this car and that you'll take many pics of the two Daytona beasts side by side!

davem3fan · 02-17-2016, 10:32 AM

Yes, and that is certainly part of my plan.
This old school M car and the controversial turbo will live side by side.

Analog Imports · 02-17-2016, 11:47 AM

I vote for velvet blue.

brianeck · 02-17-2016, 11:49 AM

Is there an even darker shade that's basically similar to Azurite Black with a purple hue that anyone knows of?

That's what I want for my next individual order.

That or somethings similar to "Midnight Emerald" Bentley GT color (same thing but Green).

BartM3 · 02-17-2016, 12:24 PM

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Originally Posted by brianeck

Is there an even darker shade that's basically similar to Azurite Black with a purple hue that anyone knows of?

That's what I want for my next individual order.

That or somethings similar to "Midnight Emerald" Bentley GT color (same thing but Green).

Ruby black perhaps?

[IMG]http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r...tsen-foto2.jpg[/IMG]

JTO24 · 02-17-2016, 12:32 PM

Velvet blue is the tops.

JN1 · 02-17-2016, 12:40 PM

I'm feeling Daytona Violet, definitely my vote.

http://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1130540

Brosef · 02-17-2016, 01:13 PM

velvet blue

Sal@AUTOcouture · 02-17-2016, 01:42 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by davem3fan

I'll post some photos of my Daytona Car after I collect it at BMW Welt in early April.

The more I looked at my E34 M5 after I bought it, the more I became convinced it was the ONLY choice for my next M car, which will be an F80 M3.

Is this the car with the cloth tornado seats? I think we met at bimmerfest and/or eurofest few years back, eh?

Awesome that you'll have 2 daytona cars

Blksnowflake · 02-17-2016, 03:00 PM

Velvet Blue is ever so sexy.

tke743 · 02-17-2016, 03:27 PM

Owning a Daytona Violet F80, I can tell you it is amazing on this car. Velvet blue is blue, with a little purple in the right light. Daytona is much closer to Techno. Go daytona, but then again I'm biassed... Pics in the attached link.

http://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1192571

Quote:

Originally Posted by davem3fan

I'll post some photos of my Daytona Car after I collect it at BMW Welt in early April.

Great, so you are confirmed then? Don't be surprised if you get the delivery manager in the Welt. She went out of her way to make sure she personally delivered my car. "I've been waiting 5 years for someone to get a DV car."

davem3fan · 02-17-2016, 03:41 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by tke743

Owning a Daytona Violet F80, I can tell you it is amazing on this car. Velvet blue is blue, with a little purple in the right light. Daytona is much closer to Techno. Go daytona, but then again I'm biassed... Pics in the attached link.

http://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1192571

Great, so you are confirmed then? Don't be surprised if you get the delivery manager in the Welt. She went out of her way to make sure she personally delivered my car. "I've been waiting 5 years for someone to get a DV car."

Thanks! Yes, we are confirmed.
I'll tell you you said hello.

m630 · 02-17-2016, 06:55 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by BartM3

Ruby black perhaps?

[IMG]http://i146.photobucket.com/albums/r...tsen-foto2.jpg[/IMG]

Ruby black is beautiful and a bit more understated but at the same time unique.. There are many pix if u do a search,here's it on the M6 https://www.google.com/search?sclien...dAoIhAkMC5M%3A

mwzahid · 02-18-2016, 07:13 AM

Are there any aftermarket substitutes that offers Techno Purple?

cruise_bone · 02-18-2016, 08:42 AM

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Originally Posted by mwzahid

Are there any aftermarket substitutes that offers Techno Purple?

I'm not interested in any aftermarket paint. What a way to devalue your car!

tke743 · 02-18-2016, 09:02 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mwzahid

Are there any aftermarket substitutes that offers Techno Purple?

Sure, any shop will spray your car for a price.

Quote:

Originally Posted by cruise_bone

I'm not interested in any aftermarket paint. What a way to devalue your car!

Exactly.

mwzahid · 02-18-2016, 09:15 AM

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Originally Posted by tke743

Quote:

Originally Posted by mwzahid

Are there any aftermarket substitutes that offers Techno Purple?

Sure, any shop will spray your car for a price.

Quote:

Originally Posted by cruise_bone

I'm not interested in any aftermarket paint. What a way to devalue your car!

Exactly.

Thanks for your input guys, but I will change my e90 in accordance to my taste.

deemo319 · 02-18-2016, 10:02 AM

Go Purple Silk Metallic. It is a Rolls-Royce color but since it was already done, it should be easy to request and get approved.

This is a seriously gorgeous color!!!!!!

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cruise_bone Second Lieutenant 99 Rep 231 Posts Drives: Soon to be E90 or E92 Join Date: Sep 2007 Location: ATL iTrader: (0)	Techno Violet not available So, my alternatives for my 2016 M3 are Daytona Violet or Velvet Blue. Both are hot colors. My question is, which is closer to Techno Violet? To me, Daytona looks to have a little red in it under bright sunshine but is a beautiful dark purple under cloudy or evening skies. I have seen pictures of Velvet Blue and it sometimes looks like a dark blue and sometimes has purple in it. I think I have a solid feel as to what DV looks like but am not as comfortable with what VB looks like. So again, which do y'all think is closer to TechnoViolet? Your responses may impact my build! Thanks!
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Sal@AUTOcouture BimmerPost Supporting Vendor 735 Rep 10,105 Posts Drives: E93 M3, E36 M3 Join Date: Feb 2007 Location: Sofla iTrader: (30)	Velvet Blue: Twilight Purple:
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JTO24 never could compete with Lloyd Braun 5278 Rep 5,385 Posts Drives: 2022 G80 M3 6MT Join Date: Feb 2011 Location: South Jersey iTrader: (7)	Velvet blue is the tops. __________________ 2022 G80 M3 6MT \| Skyscraper Gray \| Kyalami Orange 2018 F87 M2 6MT \| Alpine White (sold) 2016 981 Cayman 6MT \| Jet Black (sold) 2015 F80 M3 DCT \| Tanzanite Blue \| Gold Brown (sold) 2013 E92 M3 6MT \| Mineral White \| Fox Red/Black (sold)
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JN1 Lieutenant Colonel 302 Rep 1,591 Posts Drives: S211 AMG E63 Join Date: May 2013 Location: Los Angeles CA iTrader: (2)	I'm feeling Daytona Violet, definitely my vote. http://f80.bimmerpost.com/forums/sho....php?t=1130540 __________________ *-JustinNApproved*
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