Green With Envy - The Colour of Your Car

When you look out onto the road; do you spot any cars in clad in garish neon, or are they mostly conservative colours and shades? Generally, as a nation, we are pretty hesitant about picking bright colours for our cars; the most popular seem to be blue, black, grey, and silver. But this doesn't mean that all cars follow this trend. What does the colour of your car say about you? Remember to find the best car insurance for your car - whether black on neon green - before setting out on the road!

Silver

You are among the majority if you drive a silver car. In fact, silver cars were ranked the most popular colour in the first part of 2009, taking up to 25 per cent of sales. It is a common sight for executive cars to be produced in silver shades, as well as other expensive looking cars. The great thing about silver is that it is a safe shade; it doesn't show the dirt that white does, and it doesn't stand out too much from the crowd.

Blue

Blue is currently the second most popular colour when it comes to cars, but according to statistics, blue used to be the most popular choice. So even though it has lost out to silver, it seems as though people still enjoy a refined burst of colour on their cars. Luckily for the masses, blue can range from dark to light, and can be presented in everything from matte to metallic.

Black

You could say that black cars are related to silver ones. Just like silver, black is seen on executive cars, but also features on many a limousine. You might also associate black cars with a high price tag, as it tends gives a sleek appearance to vehicles like the notorious Range Rover. Due to demand, black cars (in good condition) should be easy enough to sell on.

Red

Did you know that red is the fifth most popular colour of choice for cars? While red can be perfectly suited to some cars, it does not work so well on others. Ferraris for example, are often known for their appealing bright red appearances; on the other hand, could you imagine top celebrities trying to blend in while in a red Bentley? The main reason red suits some cars is because the designer may have had a particular colour in mind when the car was in its design stage.

Bright colours

Research shows that 1 per cent of men, and 3 per cent of women, believe colour is important when choosing a new model of car; so apparently colour isn't one of the most essential decisions when acquiring a new car.

However, the chances are this percentage would change if these people were offered a purple BMW or lime green Audi A5! Despite this, some bright colours are suited to sports cars and those with outgoing personalities. If you are about to invest in a bright pink Corsa, you might want to keep in mind that you may get a few raised eyebrows as you drive past...

[1] The AA. (2010). Which colour? http://www.theaa.com/motoring_advice/car-buyers-guide/cbg_colour.html

Hannah Warder writes for MediaVest Manchester on a number of insurance related topics, including car insurance.