Crimson Red - Freshly Bathed

pwillcutts · 05-03-2008, 12:13 PM

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Originally Posted by KeithLM

I have a Crimson Red with Coral Red interior coming to me that just got off the boat in SC two days ago. I'm also surprised to hear it's an uncommon color......
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Wow: that's ALOT of Red !! post pics when it arrives.

pwillcutts · 05-03-2008, 12:15 PM

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Originally Posted by e34m5

^^^^ Your wish is my command

SWEET !!

thanks for posting all these !

Enjoy the ride !

KeithLM · 05-03-2008, 12:29 PM

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Originally Posted by pwillcutts

Wow: that's ALOT of Red !! post pics when it arrives.

I will, don't worry. I'm surprised I haven't seen similar ones on here because I think that combo is outstanding. I did get to see a car like it at my dealer before it was to late to change it because I was concerned it would be to much, and I absolutely loved it.

MZWIE · 05-03-2008, 01:42 PM

My problem was that there are only two choices of color in ette. Black and taupe. I do not like leather.

I wanted cloth, but the b@st@rds at BMWNA will not allow it. If there was lemon ette I would have done it in a heartbeat.

Alas, I was left with black ette as the only choice available.

BMW Dreamer · 05-03-2008, 08:22 PM

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Originally Posted by KeithLM

I have a Crimson Red with Coral Red interior coming to me that just got off the boat in SC two days ago. I'm also surprised to hear it's an uncommon color.

I'm debating about changing out those grills too. I also got the sport package so I think the black grills would go better with the shadowline trim. Also the 269 wheels have crossed my mind as something fun to get. I'd like to see some accurate info on the weight vs. the stock 135i wheel, which is a pretty good looking wheel too.

I really need to see that combo. I really need to see a Crimson 135i sport in person. Is it a real rich bright red??? I am 99.99% sure about Alpine white, but if that red is REAL RED, it will be a consideration. BUT I love Coral leather and definately want it, just not sure about RED&RED. WOW.

shmee150 · 05-03-2008, 08:53 PM

I can't believe how undecided I am between Crimson Red, Montego Blue and Titanium Silver (in the UK, our silver is like a Florida/California white because of the rubbishy weather). I spend ages looking at these photos and the real cars on occasion but just cannot decide. eek and I can't put in my order until I've chosen

BMW Dreamer · 05-03-2008, 08:55 PM

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Originally Posted by shmee150

I can't believe how undecided I am between Crimson Red, Montego Blue and Titanium Silver (in the UK, our silver is like a Florida/California white because of the rubbishy weather). I spend ages looking at these photos and the real cars on occasion but just cannot decide. eek and I can't put in my order until I've chosen

What are you saying about silver is like FL/CA white ???

shmee150 · 05-03-2008, 09:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Jeff1962

What are you saying about silver is like FL/CA white ???

No I mean that you get white cars cos in the sun they look AWESOME! We don't get sun like EVER so most of the time your white car is sitting under clouds look miserable, whereas silver is kind of a compromise and by far the most common colour of any car.

MZWIE · 05-03-2008, 09:24 PM

Unless you really like red do not order crimson. Very, very bright.

shmee150 · 05-03-2008, 09:31 PM

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Originally Posted by e34m5

Unless you really like red do not order crimson. Very, very bright.

I do really like red

My dad has had a few bimmers in this kind of red, going back about 10 years ago to that generation of 5er and M3 and I remember them as looking great. Part of the brightness is when the sun's out though no? So where there are a fewer sunny days it will be less over the top?

BMW Dreamer · 05-03-2008, 10:21 PM

I actually love bright real red. I am 99% positive about Alpine, but I REALLY need to see a Crimson 135i IN PERSON b4 ordering.

Another problem is I WANT Coral red, its so AWESOME. So whatever ext color I get I will get Coral. Crimson & Coral ???
I think it might look great with the shadowline trim and gloss black int trim. Then I might get black wheels for winter.

KeithLM · 05-04-2008, 01:05 AM

Crimson Red is very, very red. To me it just seems a very pure red. The Coral Red leather is a kind of faded red color plus it's one of the dual tone interiors with lots of black. That keeps it from being overpowering in my opinion.

TagMan · 05-04-2008, 02:30 AM

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Originally Posted by Jeff1962

I actually love bright real red. I am 99% positive about Alpine, but I REALLY need to see a Crimson 135i IN PERSON b4 ordering.

Another problem is I WANT Coral red, its so AWESOME. So whatever ext color I get I will get Coral. Crimson & Coral ???
I think it might look great with the shadowline trim and gloss black int trim. Then I might get black wheels for winter.

Just a suggestion here Jeff... Stay with your original plan. :wink:

BMW Dreamer · 05-04-2008, 05:19 AM

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Originally Posted by TagMan

Just a suggestion here Jeff... Stay with your original plan. :wink:

YAH your a wise OWL. After seeing the special on Speedvision last night with 3-M3's in Alpine I was hooked again. I love the CF roof.

Alext · 05-04-2008, 07:17 AM

Real shot looks quite imposing...looks tough in this colour!

Bimmer335i07 · 05-04-2008, 02:11 PM

The more I see the 1 series, the more I like it!

Especially Crimson Red, that color looks great!!!

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BMW Dreamer · 05-05-2008, 03:38 AM

^^^That E90 looks supurb !

Oregon · 05-05-2008, 03:46 AM

DEMENTEch · 05-05-2008, 08:13 AM

We should ask some Photoshoper for a Tii (Aero package) in Crimson Red....

Pike · 05-05-2008, 08:43 AM

I had an Imola Red M3, which is just a tad darker than Crimson (there are some pics of Imola and Crimson next to each other somewhere...).

In my opinion, both Imola and Crimson (especially Crimson) are excellent colors for foul-weather climates. I lived in Seattle and Vancouver for many years where the sun can be a rare sight, and in overcast/dull light the red gets darker/richer and less orange (in the case of Crimson, anyways). Here in NM, where the sun is nearly always shining, Crimson is a bit too bright for my tastes.

Here are a two pics of SL01's car, from the official Crimson Red thread, showing what I mean (sun in the first pic, overcast in the 2nd pic):

shmee150 · 05-05-2008, 08:56 AM

looks pretty awesome for me to have in the UK

The more I see it the more I'm leaning towards Crimson, I do want to see one in real life before putting my order down though.

BMW Dreamer · 05-05-2008, 08:14 PM

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Originally Posted by Jeff1962

I actually love bright real red. I am 99% positive about Alpine, but I REALLY need to see a Crimson 135i IN PERSON b4 ordering.

Another problem is I WANT Coral red, its so AWESOME. So whatever ext color I get I will get Coral. Crimson & Coral ???
I think it might look great with the shadowline trim and gloss black int trim. Then I might get black wheels for winter.

My son and I saw a Crimson 128i sport conv today and it was real nice, my son loved the red. I asked him what he would pick between CR and AW, he hesitated and said probably AW, but the CR is a close second. Something to think about. :iono:

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shmee150 Second Lieutenant 17 Rep 259 Posts Drives: 123d SE Coupe Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: London, UK iTrader: (0)	I can't believe how undecided I am between Crimson Red, Montego Blue and Titanium Silver (in the UK, our silver is like a Florida/California white because of the rubbishy weather). I spend ages looking at these photos and the real cars on occasion but just cannot decide. eek and I can't put in my order until I've chosen
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BMW Dreamer Colonel 72 Rep 2,387 Posts Drives: Modded 06 TL Manual Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Northern IL. iTrader: (0)	I actually love bright real red. I am 99% positive about Alpine, but I REALLY need to see a Crimson 135i IN PERSON b4 ordering. Another problem is I WANT Coral red, its so AWESOME. So whatever ext color I get I will get Coral. Crimson & Coral ??? I think it might look great with the shadowline trim and gloss black int trim. Then I might get black wheels for winter.
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05-04-2008, 01:05 AM	#34
KeithLM Proud 1er 24 Rep 699 Posts Drives: Crimson/Coral 135i Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Wylie, TX iTrader: (0)	Crimson Red is very, very red. To me it just seems a very pure red. The Coral Red leather is a kind of faded red color plus it's one of the dual tone interiors with lots of black. That keeps it from being overpowering in my opinion.
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DEMENTEch Speed Builder 12 Rep 41 Posts Drives: Join Date: Mar 2008 iTrader: (0)	We should ask some Photoshoper for a Tii (Aero package) in Crimson Red....
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05-05-2008, 08:43 AM	#42
Pike Private First Class 3 Rep 146 Posts Drives: '08 E92 335i, '91 E30 325i Join Date: May 2008 Location: Santa Fe, NM iTrader: (0)	I had an Imola Red M3, which is just a tad darker than Crimson (there are some pics of Imola and Crimson next to each other somewhere...). In my opinion, both Imola and Crimson (especially Crimson) are excellent colors for foul-weather climates. I lived in Seattle and Vancouver for many years where the sun can be a rare sight, and in overcast/dull light the red gets darker/richer and less orange (in the case of Crimson, anyways). Here in NM, where the sun is nearly always shining, Crimson is a bit too bright for my tastes. Here are a two pics of SL01's car, from the official Crimson Red thread, showing what I mean (sun in the first pic, overcast in the 2nd pic):
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05-05-2008, 08:56 AM	#43
shmee150 Second Lieutenant 17 Rep 259 Posts Drives: 123d SE Coupe Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: London, UK iTrader: (0)	looks pretty awesome for me to have in the UK The more I see it the more I'm leaning towards Crimson, I do want to see one in real life before putting my order down though.
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