Here’s Why Driving an Orange Car Might Be a Bad Idea
Orange cars might be harder to resell or trade in down the road.
Written by Alexandra Maloney
Reviewed by Kathleen Flear
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, we talk a lot about cars. From the newest makes and models, to how to get the cheapest car insurance (spoiler alert: it’s through shopping with Jerry!), to the best car movies, automobiles are our favorite topic of conversation. In this article we’re still talking about our beloved cars, but this time we’re very specifically talking about orange cars. While a bright orange vehicle will definitely make you stand out on the road, and comes with other positives,
buying
and driving an orange car has one big disadvantage. What’s wrong with orange cars?
Besides adhering to your personal preference, you might not think the color of your car matters too much when you’re buying a new vehicle. And, that’s true to an extent. Things like fuel economy, engine, performance, safety features, and more all will probably be more valuable to you in everyday driving than paint color.
But, your orange car could actually present itself to be an issue down the road. The one big problem with orange cars is that they’re difficult to trade in and resell, because they’re not as popular as neutral-colored black, white, or gray cars.
A low resale value could make it difficult for you to trade in an old car and upgrade. This means the color of your car could eventually be costing you money when you’re ready to get a new car.
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Positives of driving an orange car
But, the unique shade of an orange car might not always present a problem in the car resale and trading market. For example,
Kelley Blue Book
states when the Chevy Corvette Stingray C8 was introduced in a bright orange hue, it retained its value because of its one-of-a-kind nature.Plus, orange cars are actually easier to clean and maintain than some other car colors. Unlike white, for example, orange cars don’t easily show mud or dirt stains on their exterior. Similarly, black cars show pollen and dust easily, whereas orange cars do not.
And, orange cars can even be safer to drive than other colors. According to Kelley Blue Book, since the orange color isn’t used on cars very much, it stands out for its high visibility on the roads and is less likely to get into an accident.
What cars are available in orange?
Knowing the pros and cons, if you still want to get an orange car, there are plenty to choose from across multiple car brands. Here are a few of our favorite orange cars:
- Mitsubishi Outlander Sport: This sporty crossover is great for adventuring and long drives, and can stand out on the road because if you upgrade it to a bright orange. According toAuto Guide, the Outlander Sport is available in Sunshine Orange for an additional $395.
- Lexus NX: Even luxury cars can be available in orange for drivers who request it. This compact, luxury crossover is available in Cadmium Orange to make it brighter and more fun for driving. The best part? Orange isn’t an additional cost.
- Subaru WRX: While Subaru isn’t known for brightly colored vehicles, the carmarker does have them. According toMotorTrend, the Subaru WRX is available for the 2013 model year in an Orange and Black Special Edition. The car color, Tangerine Orange, is a sharp contrast from the all black wheels.
- Ram 1500 Pickup Truck: There’s nothing that’ll make you stand out on the roads more than a big, orange, pickup truck. The Ram 1500 is available in Ignition Orange at no extra cost.
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