{"id":29982,"date":"2024-10-30T17:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-10-31T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/?p=29982"},"modified":"2024-10-29T18:32:23","modified_gmt":"2024-10-30T01:32:23","slug":"most-disappointing-automotive-paints-ever","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/most-disappointing-automotive-paints-ever\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Car Paint Colors That Missed the Mark Completely"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Choosing the right paint for your car is crucial for achieving that perfect look. However, not all automotive paints live up to expectations. In this list, we\u2019ll explore the 10 most disappointing automotive paints ever. These colors and finishes promised a sleek, stylish appearance but ended up being major letdowns. Let&#8217;s dive in and see which paints failed to impress and why.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_71 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-light-blue ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\"><p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Contents<\/p>\n<\/div><nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/most-disappointing-automotive-paints-ever\/#Fading_Black\" title=\"Fading Black\">Fading Black<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/most-disappointing-automotive-paints-ever\/#Cracking_Matte_Black\" title=\"Cracking Matte Black\">Cracking Matte Black<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/most-disappointing-automotive-paints-ever\/#Flaking_Red\" title=\"Flaking Red\">Flaking Red<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/most-disappointing-automotive-paints-ever\/#Chalking_Blue\" title=\"Chalking Blue\">Chalking Blue<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/most-disappointing-automotive-paints-ever\/#Discoloring_Green\" title=\"Discoloring Green\">Discoloring Green<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/most-disappointing-automotive-paints-ever\/#Bubbling_Burgundy\" title=\"Bubbling Burgundy\">Bubbling Burgundy<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/most-disappointing-automotive-paints-ever\/#Dull_Gold\" title=\"Dull Gold\">Dull Gold<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/most-disappointing-automotive-paints-ever\/#Oxidizing_Orange\" title=\"Oxidizing Orange\">Oxidizing Orange<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/most-disappointing-automotive-paints-ever\/#Peeling_Clear_Coat\" title=\"Peeling Clear Coat\">Peeling Clear Coat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/most-disappointing-automotive-paints-ever\/#Fading_Candy_Apple_Red\" title=\"Fading Candy Apple Red\">Fading Candy Apple Red<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/most-disappointing-automotive-paints-ever\/#More_from_MyCarMakesNoise\" title=\"More from MyCarMakesNoise\">More from MyCarMakesNoise<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/most-disappointing-automotive-paints-ever\/#10_Surprising_Facts_You_Didnt_Know_About_Lexus\" title=\"10 Surprising Facts You Didn\u2019t Know About Lexus\">10 Surprising Facts You Didn\u2019t Know About Lexus<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/most-disappointing-automotive-paints-ever\/#13_Biggest_V8_Powerhouses_Built_by_GM_Ranked\" title=\"13 Biggest V8 Powerhouses Built by GM, Ranked\">13 Biggest V8 Powerhouses Built by GM, Ranked<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fading_Black\"><\/span>Fading Black<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"1024\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Fading-Black-1024x1024.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30052\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Fading-Black-1024x1024.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Fading-Black-300x300.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Fading-Black-150x150.jpg 150w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Fading-Black-768x768.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Fading-Black-100x100.jpg 100w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Fading-Black.jpg 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Wiki.cullin \/ <a href=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=Fading%20Black&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:Alfa_Romeo_Milano_-_Silver_on_Faded_Black.jpg\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/commons.wikimedia.org\/w\/index.php?search=Fading%20Black&amp;ns0=1&amp;ns6=1&amp;ns12=1&amp;ns14=1&amp;ns100=1&amp;ns106=1#\/media\/File:Alfa_Romeo_Milano_-_Silver_on_Faded_Black.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wikimedia Commons<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Black cars look sleek and elegant when new, but they are notorious for fading. Exposure to sunlight can quickly dull the deep black to a murky gray. Without proper UV protection in the paint formulation, what starts as a stylish choice can turn into a lackluster disappointment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Cracking_Matte_Black\"><\/span>Cracking Matte Black<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"665\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Cracking-Matte-Black.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30054\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Cracking-Matte-Black.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Cracking-Matte-Black-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Cracking-Matte-Black-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Jason Finn\/<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/matte-paint-on-side-car-black-758155690\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/matte-paint-on-side-car-black-758155690\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"> Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Matte black is trendy and edgy, but it comes with maintenance challenges. One significant issue is the tendency to crack under environmental stress. The lack of a glossy protective layer makes it susceptible to weather-induced expansion and contraction, leading to unsightly cracks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Flaking_Red\"><\/span>Flaking Red<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"665\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Flaking-Red.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30055\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Flaking-Red.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Flaking-Red-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Flaking-Red-768x511.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Karl Cox\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/blacksburg-va-july-06-2014-parked-2229879817\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/blacksburg-va-july-06-2014-parked-2229879817\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Vibrant red paint can turn heads, but it can also be prone to flaking. Poor application or low-quality materials cause the paint to lift and peel away in small flakes, leaving the vehicle looking patchy and poorly maintained.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Chalking_Blue\"><\/span>Chalking Blue<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Chalking-Blue.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30056\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Chalking-Blue.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Chalking-Blue-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Chalking-Blue-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: norikko\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/car-body-deterioration-rust-dents-photos-1976739212\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/car-body-deterioration-rust-dents-photos-1976739212\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Some blue automotive paints suffer from a phenomenon called chalking, where the surface becomes powdery and dull. This typically results from UV degradation and poor-quality paint formulations, making the car look faded and weather-beaten.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Discoloring_Green\"><\/span>Discoloring Green<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"750\" height=\"1000\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Discoloring-Green.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30078\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Discoloring-Green.jpg 750w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Discoloring-Green-225x300.jpg 225w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 750px) 100vw, 750px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: KYNA STUDIO\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/cracked-peeling-paint-on-old-car-2447066861\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/cracked-peeling-paint-on-old-car-2447066861\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Green paints can suffer from uneven fading and discoloration, often turning from a vibrant hue to a dull or brownish shade. This inconsistent aging process can ruin the car&#8217;s aesthetic and diminish its resale value.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Bubbling_Burgundy\"><\/span>Bubbling Burgundy<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"503\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Bubbling-Burgundy.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30079\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Bubbling-Burgundy.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Bubbling-Burgundy-300x151.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Bubbling-Burgundy-768x386.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Barry Blackburn\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/gloucester-va-july-26-chevy-c10-147610757\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/gloucester-va-july-26-chevy-c10-147610757\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Burgundy is a rich, luxurious color choice, but it can sometimes bubble. Trapped air or moisture under the paint surface causes these bubbles, which eventually burst, leaving unsightly craters and exposing the car to rust and further damage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Dull_Gold\"><\/span>Dull Gold<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Dull-Gold.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30080\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Dull-Gold.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Dull-Gold-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Dull-Gold-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Patrick Herzberg\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/scheveningen-netherlands-may-26-2024-gold-2466925225\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/scheveningen-netherlands-may-26-2024-gold-2466925225\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Gold paint promises a glamorous finish but often disappoints by becoming dull. This can be due to poor-quality metallic particles that lose their luster over time, making the car look more like tarnished brass than shiny gold.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Oxidizing_Orange\"><\/span>Oxidizing Orange<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Oxidizing-Orange.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30081\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Oxidizing-Orange.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Oxidizing-Orange-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Oxidizing-Orange-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: PMAXSHOT.PL\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/rattvik-sweden-july-27-classic-car-1937851354\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/rattvik-sweden-july-27-classic-car-1937851354\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Orange paint can oxidize quickly, especially in sunny climates, turning a bright, fun color into a dull, rusty-looking shade. This oxidation process is accelerated by poor-quality paint that lacks sufficient UV inhibitors.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Peeling_Clear_Coat\"><\/span>Peeling Clear Coat<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"681\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Peeling-Clear-Coat-1024x681.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30084\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Peeling-Clear-Coat-1024x681.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Peeling-Clear-Coat-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Peeling-Clear-Coat-768x511.jpg 768w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Peeling-Clear-Coat-1536x1022.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Peeling-Clear-Coat-2048x1363.jpg 2048w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Setta Sornnoi\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/damage-oxidation-clear-coat-on-vehicle-2165513803\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/damage-oxidation-clear-coat-on-vehicle-2165513803\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>The clear coat is supposed to protect and enhance the base color, but when it peels, it exposes the paint to the elements. This common issue leads to unsightly patches and accelerates the degradation of the underlying color.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Fading_Candy_Apple_Red\"><\/span>Fading Candy Apple Red<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Fading-Candy-Apple-Red.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-30085\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Fading-Candy-Apple-Red.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Fading-Candy-Apple-Red-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Fading-Candy-Apple-Red-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit:Inna_liapko\/ <a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/peeling-clear-coat-paint-on-red-1994146355\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/peeling-clear-coat-paint-on-red-1994146355\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Candy apple red is a stunning choice, but it can fade unevenly. Exposure to sunlight can turn this vibrant color into a patchy, less intense version of itself, making the car look old and worn out prematurely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This article originally appeared in<strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/most-disappointing-automotive-paints-ever\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/most-disappointing-automotive-paints-ever\/\">MyCarMakesNoise.<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"More_from_MyCarMakesNoise\"><\/span>More from MyCarMakesNoise<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>13 Jeep Models with Unmatched Power and Performance<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"667\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Jeep-Gladiator-Mojave.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29968\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Jeep-Gladiator-Mojave.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Jeep-Gladiator-Mojave-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Jeep-Gladiator-Mojave-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Wileydoc \/&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/raleigh-north-carolina-usa12-29-2022-2243241605\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Jeep has long been synonymous with rugged durability and formidable off-road capabilities. Here, we highlight the most powerful Jeep models ever built, showcasing how the brand successfully combines raw power with innovative engineering to meet the needs of both adventure seekers and performance enthusiasts. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/most-powerful-jeep-models-ever-built\/\">Read More<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Surprising_Facts_You_Didnt_Know_About_Lexus\"><\/span><strong>10 Surprising Facts You Didn\u2019t Know About Lexus<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"799\" height=\"533\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lexus-LFA.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29386\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lexus-LFA.jpg 799w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lexus-LFA-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Lexus-LFA-768x512.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 799px) 100vw, 799px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Hanno Rathmann \/&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/flickr.com\/photos\/hrathmann\/18934653106\/in\/photolist-uRc3Gj-uAVv9s\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Flickr<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Lexus has long been synonymous with luxury and innovation, yet there are many fascinating aspects of this iconic brand that remain under the radar. Beyond its sleek designs and superior comfort, Lexus has consistently pushed the boundaries of automotive technology and design, making significant impacts that are not widely known. <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/general\/little-known-facts-about-lexus\/\">Read More<\/a><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"13_Biggest_V8_Powerhouses_Built_by_GM_Ranked\"><\/span>13 Biggest V8 Powerhouses Built by GM, Ranked<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"aligncenter size-full\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1000\" height=\"662\" src=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Cadillac-500-8.2L.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-29356\" srcset=\"https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Cadillac-500-8.2L.jpg 1000w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Cadillac-500-8.2L-300x199.jpg 300w, https:\/\/mycarmakesnoise.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/06\/Cadillac-500-8.2L-768x508.jpg 768w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1000px) 100vw, 1000px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Image Editorial Credit: Ian Iankovskii \/&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.shutterstock.com\/image-photo\/nevinomyssc-russia-may-13-2016-automobiles-767589820\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n<p>General Motors has a storied history of producing some of the most powerful and revered V8 engines in the automotive world. 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