Quick gray interior question
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Quick gray interior question
Guys, how does the gray interior hold up? My beige scratches too easy and I didnt want to go through the same with gray. Is it durable? Is black more durable than gray?
I found 2 - '02's with gray (really want black) and wondering if I should hold out for black or not. TIA Cory
I found 2 - '02's with gray (really want black) and wondering if I should hold out for black or not. TIA Cory
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Tippy -- I think if you really want black, you should hold out for it. I have the 996 Graphite Grey and I like it, but it's not for everyone (especially if you really want black). The grey is easier (I think) to look a bit dull and bland, especially compared to the darker grey of the 997 Stone Grey or the really dark almost black Natural Grey. I think it needs a bit of contrasting trim to help break it up.
On the plus side, Graphite Grey doesn't seem to show dust as much as black, but shows some scuff marks a bit more.
On the plus side, Graphite Grey doesn't seem to show dust as much as black, but shows some scuff marks a bit more.
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I went from black to grey... grey holds up fine, no scratches on mine. Black is great because it probably ages the best and never looks dirty. I wouldnt hold out for a black interior if you found a gray one you really liked. The biggest plus for grey is it makes the interior feel much roomier. Ross
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Cory - When I was looking for a 996, I found 5 or 6 cars that had the options I wanted but passed on them because they HAD black interiors. I just don't like cars with black interiors. Dark colored interiors get hotter than lighter colored interiors, which is just what you need in SA. 
I will NEVER drive a car with a black interior.
I have Graphite Gray interior and I really like it. I also have the Metropol Blue deviating carpet, which makes the interior look a little darker than an all gray interior. It holds up well. I agree with Alpha1, that gray does not show dust as much as black.
I will NEVER drive a car with a black interior.I have Graphite Gray interior and I really like it. I also have the Metropol Blue deviating carpet, which makes the interior look a little darker than an all gray interior. It holds up well. I agree with Alpha1, that gray does not show dust as much as black.
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Alpha1 - What color is your exterior?
Here is a link to a post with a few interior pics of my car. I am curious to know what you think of the combination after you see the pics.
https://rennlist.com/forums/showpost...19&postcount=1
Here is a link to a post with a few interior pics of my car. I am curious to know what you think of the combination after you see the pics.
https://rennlist.com/forums/showpost...19&postcount=1
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Originally Posted by gota911
Alpha1 - What color is your exterior?
Here is a link to a post with a few interior pics of my car. I am curious to know what you think of the combination after you see the pics.
Here is a link to a post with a few interior pics of my car. I am curious to know what you think of the combination after you see the pics.
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Well, thanks for the replies guys. The place that had the '02's didn't want to give enough for my trade so I had to pass.
Tim - Ah yes, you know SA well and I agree with the heat, that is the biggest reason I want a silver or white car. Yours looks great and it is the only deviating carpet one I have ever seen. So what you say, since you wanted to sale your car earlier, how about $38K for yours......
j/k
Tim - Ah yes, you know SA well and I agree with the heat, that is the biggest reason I want a silver or white car. Yours looks great and it is the only deviating carpet one I have ever seen. So what you say, since you wanted to sale your car earlier, how about $38K for yours......
j/k
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Originally Posted by gota911
Cory - Well, I did say $52k, OBO. But certainly $38k will NOT be the Best Offer. However, since you are in SA, I could go to $50k. 
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Originally Posted by Tippy
Guys, how does the gray interior hold up? My beige scratches too easy and I didnt want to go through the same with gray. Is it durable? Is black more durable than gray?
I found 2 - '02's with gray (really want black) and wondering if I should hold out for black or not. TIA Cory
I found 2 - '02's with gray (really want black) and wondering if I should hold out for black or not. TIA Cory
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Originally Posted by Macho Belly
The gray scuffs just as easily as the beige. Seems like if you look at it wrong, the "soft touch" paint chips off. I previously had 986 with black interior and no such problems, probably because the black doesn't show the marks. For me, painted center console is probably in my future.
