Common Misconceptions About Bright Car Paint Colors

Many people believe several misconceptions associated with brightly painted cars and vehicles. Before you make a decision about the color of paint you want applied to the exterior of your car, be sure to get these misconceptions out of the way so they don't negatively influence your end decision.

It has been an ongoing rumor for a lot of years that cars that have bright paint jobs are more likely to get pulled over. For example, people think a car that is cherry-red may get more attention from authorities on the roadway than a car that is plain white. However, this rumor is just that - a rumor. There is no actual statistical data behind it.

Cherry-colored cars do not actually get more speeding tickets than cars that have a more toned-down exterior color. So if you are concerned about opting for that flashy red, fuschia, or neon green because you don't want to be singled out by the cops, you can kick that misconception to the curb.

A brightly colored car may garner a fair amount of attention from onlookers, but this does not necessarily mean it would be more likely to be stolen. Thieves are actually more likely to target cars that have the highest resale value, which means they will go for cars that have the most popular paint colors over cars with unique paint colors.

It is also important to remember that if a lime green vehicle is stolen, it would be far easier to track down than a car that is a typical color like white, black, or grey. Therefore, some car thieves will avoid stealing vehicles with unique exterior colors. In one Dutch study, the most popular car colors stolen were blue and silver-grey.

The opposite of this fallacy is actually true; cars that are brighter in color are easier to see, even in low-light conditions. So you won't be at as much risk of being involved in an accident caused by low visibility.

It is a widely believed assumption that brightly colored cars are more expensive to insure, but this is actually not true with most insurance companies. For instance, Esurance.com states that the color of your car is not a deciding factor in car insurance rates.

Things like light conditions in an environment and the safety rating of a vehicle determine how much damage is sustained during a crash, so the color of the vehicle really doesn't have any bearing. While some paint colors are harder to see in low-light conditions, insurance companies do not really use this to determine risks and offer premium quotes.

You shouldn't disregard those flashy car paint colors that you really like simply because you have heard something bad about them. Before you settle on a paint color choice for your ride, research the facts, and talk to us at Coats Auto Body & Paint for professional advice. We have been keeping rides looking good since 1974. Contact us today to discuss what color options will fit your personality and needs best.