Donnington: would you buy again?

robbys3m3 · 11-19-2015, 12:30 PM

My wife and I have just sold our carmine red cayenne gts and in the market for something new. We thought we wanted LBB, but when she saw it in person, she was disappointed it wasnt more like my previous estoril cars... I still kinda liked lbb, especially after I woulda done the usual cosmetic mods. She doesn't want red again but wants something a little different, and there are plenty of DG available out there. I can't get a feel for DG from pictures, sometimes it looks liquid metal, and other times just like my silver-gray e46. I guess what I'm asking is, going down the road, does the color blend in to the pack (I know that could be good or bad depending on preference), or does it stand out being a unique shade?

Thanks,
Rm

Billaeon · 11-19-2015, 12:56 PM

DG is beautiful in person; color has a lot of depth to it, especially in direct sunlight. It also takes well to the standard after-market cosmetic upgrades, much like LBB (black-out grills, sides, CF mirrors, etc, etc).

My dealer had two identical cars on the lot - on in DG and one in LBB when I purchased. In the end LBB won me over (I'm a sucker for blue cars, and it's WAY more rare of a color here in the PNW). But the decision was super-close; that's how nice the DG was in-person.

tastelid · 11-19-2015, 02:12 PM

DG looks great and hides dirt well, which is great if you live somewhere it rains and/or snows. But it certainly isnt flashy likr LBB.

robbys3m3 · 11-19-2015, 02:23 PM

thanks for the input!

volinder · 11-19-2015, 02:34 PM

Had the exact same dilemma this morning. LBB on black or Donington on Red. In the end, I like the idea of an slightly unique but understated exterior, and awesome cool interior so I went with Donnington.

AwesomeM3 · 11-19-2015, 03:30 PM

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Originally Posted by tastelid

DG looks great and hides dirt well, which is great if you live somewhere it rains and/or snows. But it certainly isnt flashy likr LBB.

+1

AlexLou1222 · 11-19-2015, 05:14 PM

If I can do it again I still would choose DG.

robbys3m3 · 11-19-2015, 05:30 PM

Thx again guys

noushy · 11-19-2015, 06:02 PM

I think DG is ok, but a bit overplayed. The LBB is spectacular but a little bright and flashy. But the previous poster is correct in saying the black trim goes well with these colors. My two cents.

Noushy

NickRac · 11-20-2015, 04:25 PM

Yes I would buy it again. Especially with the red interior.

With my past black and blue cars I would force myself to the car wash 2-3 times a week. With Donnington I can hold out a good 7 days without a wash!

tastelid · 11-20-2015, 06:13 PM

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Originally Posted by NickRac

Yes I would buy it again. Especially with the red interior.

With my past black and blue cars I would force myself to the car wash 2-3 times a week. With Donnington I can hold out a good 7 days without a wash!

not an automated car wash?! what would people say??

robbys3m3 · 11-21-2015, 10:58 AM

Thx again guys..as it turns out I'm in dallas right now picking up an alpine/aragon '16. I'll post some pics after first round of mods next week

noushy · 11-22-2015, 08:22 AM

Sounds beautiful I almost did mineral white with either Mugello or Aragon but ended up with LBB. Aragon is absolutely beautiful and classy. The red is just too bright and flashy after a bit of time.

Noushy

11-19-2015, 12:30 PM	#1
robbys3m3 Lieutenant Colonel 1941 Rep 1,552 Posts Drives: M3's Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Tulsa, OK iTrader: (1)	Donnington: would you buy again? My wife and I have just sold our carmine red cayenne gts and in the market for something new. We thought we wanted LBB, but when she saw it in person, she was disappointed it wasnt more like my previous estoril cars... I still kinda liked lbb, especially after I woulda done the usual cosmetic mods. She doesn't want red again but wants something a little different, and there are plenty of DG available out there. I can't get a feel for DG from pictures, sometimes it looks liquid metal, and other times just like my silver-gray e46. I guess what I'm asking is, going down the road, does the color blend in to the pack (I know that could be good or bad depending on preference), or does it stand out being a unique shade? Thanks, Rm __________________ 2020 M2 CS, 2018 M3 CS, 2016 M4 GTS, 2013 M3 LRP, 2011 1M, 2011 M3 GTRS3, 2004 M3, 2002 M3, 2000 M Coupe, 2002 M5, 1997 M3, 1988 M3, 2022 STO, 2020 Urus, 2022 TRX, 2022 392, 2021 SVJ, 2018 Performante, 2013 Gallardo 550-2, 2012 Gallardo STS, 2018 R8 RWS, 2012 R8, 2017 G550 4X4^2, 2015 GT3, 2015 Continental GT3R, 1971 Bronco
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Billaeon Private 42 Rep 92 Posts Drives: 2023 X5M Comp Join Date: Nov 2015 Location: Seattle, WA, USA iTrader: (0) Garage List 2020 BMW X3MC [0.00]	DG is beautiful in person; color has a lot of depth to it, especially in direct sunlight. It also takes well to the standard after-market cosmetic upgrades, much like LBB (black-out grills, sides, CF mirrors, etc, etc). My dealer had two identical cars on the lot - on in DG and one in LBB when I purchased. In the end LBB won me over (I'm a sucker for blue cars, and it's WAY more rare of a color here in the PNW). But the decision was super-close; that's how nice the DG was in-person.
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11-19-2015, 02:12 PM	#3
tastelid Captain 166 Rep 710 Posts Drives: 2016 X5M Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: The Great Northwest, USA iTrader: (0)	DG looks great and hides dirt well, which is great if you live somewhere it rains and/or snows. But it certainly isnt flashy likr LBB.
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robbys3m3 Lieutenant Colonel 1941 Rep 1,552 Posts Drives: M3's Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Tulsa, OK iTrader: (1)	thanks for the input! __________________ 2020 M2 CS, 2018 M3 CS, 2016 M4 GTS, 2013 M3 LRP, 2011 1M, 2011 M3 GTRS3, 2004 M3, 2002 M3, 2000 M Coupe, 2002 M5, 1997 M3, 1988 M3, 2022 STO, 2020 Urus, 2022 TRX, 2022 392, 2021 SVJ, 2018 Performante, 2013 Gallardo 550-2, 2012 Gallardo STS, 2018 R8 RWS, 2012 R8, 2017 G550 4X4^2, 2015 GT3, 2015 Continental GT3R, 1971 Bronco
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volinder Lieutenant 22 Rep 490 Posts Drives: bmw wannabe Join Date: Jan 2006 Location: calgary iTrader: (0)	Had the exact same dilemma this morning. LBB on black or Donington on Red. In the end, I like the idea of an slightly unique but understated exterior, and awesome cool interior so I went with Donnington. __________________ 2008 E93 M3 6MT, White/Bamboo SOLD!!! 2011 F10 550i Sold 2012 750Li Sold 2013 M5 6 speed
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11-19-2015, 05:14 PM	#7
AlexLou1222 First Lieutenant 96 Rep 374 Posts Drives: 2015 X6M 2014 X1 Join Date: Oct 2015 Location: Vegas baby! iTrader: (0)	If I can do it again I still would choose DG. __________________ 992 Turbo S X7 M60
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robbys3m3 Lieutenant Colonel 1941 Rep 1,552 Posts Drives: M3's Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Tulsa, OK iTrader: (1)	Thx again guys
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11-19-2015, 06:02 PM	#9
noushy ///M Fan 1657 Rep 1,490 Posts Drives: M8 Comp, X5M Comp, iX M60 Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Orchard Lake, Mi iTrader: (1)	I think DG is ok, but a bit overplayed. The LBB is spectacular but a little bright and flashy. But the previous poster is correct in saying the black trim goes well with these colors. My two cents. Noushy __________________ 2019 BMW X5 50i Mineral White/Tartufo all options including M Sport 2022 Porsche 911 C4S Silver/Brown 2023 BMW iX M60 Black Sapphire/Amido, Titanium Bronze trim/22 2023 Audi RS6 Avant Daytona Gray/Black 2024 BMW X5M Comp Brooklyn Gray/Taruma Brown, Titanium Exhaust on order
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11-20-2015, 04:25 PM	#10
NickRac Lieutenant 244 Rep 553 Posts Drives: 2018 Join Date: May 2013 Location: Fairfield, CT iTrader: (0)	Yes I would buy it again. Especially with the red interior. With my past black and blue cars I would force myself to the car wash 2-3 times a week. With Donnington I can hold out a good 7 days without a wash! __________________ 2015 F82 M4 :: BSM/Black :: ESS Flash Tune :: 19" HRE FF01 Satin Black :: H&R Sport Spring & 12mm/15mm Spacers :: Eisenmann Sport Exhaust Gloss Black / Down Pipes :: SOLD 2016 F85 X5M :: Donnington Grey/Mugello Red :: SOLD 2016 F85 X5M :: Mineral White/Mugello Red :: Stock...for now
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11-21-2015, 10:58 AM	#12
robbys3m3 Lieutenant Colonel 1941 Rep 1,552 Posts Drives: M3's Join Date: Jan 2010 Location: Tulsa, OK iTrader: (1)	Thx again guys..as it turns out I'm in dallas right now picking up an alpine/aragon '16. I'll post some pics after first round of mods next week
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11-22-2015, 08:22 AM	#13
noushy ///M Fan 1657 Rep 1,490 Posts Drives: M8 Comp, X5M Comp, iX M60 Join Date: Jul 2012 Location: Orchard Lake, Mi iTrader: (1)	Sounds beautiful I almost did mineral white with either Mugello or Aragon but ended up with LBB. Aragon is absolutely beautiful and classy. The red is just too bright and flashy after a bit of time. Noushy __________________ 2019 BMW X5 50i Mineral White/Tartufo all options including M Sport 2022 Porsche 911 C4S Silver/Brown 2023 BMW iX M60 Black Sapphire/Amido, Titanium Bronze trim/22 2023 Audi RS6 Avant Daytona Gray/Black 2024 BMW X5M Comp Brooklyn Gray/Taruma Brown, Titanium Exhaust on order
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