Crimson vs Imola

Tomski · 03-12-2008, 06:01 AM

Hi Guys, I'm new to the forum, found it through my searches for E82 pics.

I currently drive a 320 coupé in Imolared, how does the crimsonred on an E82 compares to that irl?

thanks

MZWIE · 03-12-2008, 07:36 AM

I just happened to see the two colors side my side this past Saturday.

My son and I agreed that the Crimson is a little more orange, and the Imola is a little more Tomatoey color. The Imola was definetely the darker of the two.

NOLEimit · 03-12-2008, 08:08 AM

I <3 Imola Red. Best red out there. Very very deep red

Tomski · 03-12-2008, 08:24 AM

I would like to order a 123d in crimson (karmesin over here) but am afraid that it would look to washed off reddish...

And I need a new red car with black interior so my mum doesn't see I bought a new one...again .. lol

MZWIE · 03-12-2008, 08:31 AM

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Originally Posted by Tomski

I would like to order a 123d in crimson (karmesin over here) but am afraid that it would look to washed off reddish...

And I need a new red car with black interior so my mum doesn't see I bought a new one...again .. lol

The Crimson does not looked washed out. On the contrary, it's quite bright.

Tomski · 03-12-2008, 09:10 AM

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Originally Posted by e34m5

The Crimson does not looked washed out. On the contrary, it's quite bright.

but not so dark red as my imola?

I just love that color :wub: I need to find a worthy replacement :biggrin:

MVF4Rrider · 03-12-2008, 09:11 AM

There's a few Imola Red M3s running around here, even one parked in my view as I sit here. They always look a bit dull to me. On the other hand, the Crimson Red is very alive. Best red though is from Ducati and the red on my MV Agusta of course! I'm sure the Imola Red looks good when polished and waxed. Worst red in my opinion is the MINI red. Very flat in color.

MZWIE · 03-12-2008, 09:54 AM

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Originally Posted by Balls

There's a few Imola Red M3s running around here, even one parked in my view as I sit here. They always look a bit dull to me. On the other hand, the Crimson Red is very alive. Best red though is from Ducati and the red on my MV Agusta of course! I'm sure the Imola Red looks good when polished and waxed. Worst red in my opinion is the MINI red. Very flat in color.

The difference I think is that Crimson is not a metallic color. Non metallic colors take to waxing and buffing better. Metallics, IMHO, seem to get this dull look after a while.

Fact is you hardly ever see a classic car with metallic paints and that's for the reason I just described.

I think Crimson is a worthy successor to Imola. In fact I'd say Crimson is closer to the Birght Red that was available on E46 coupes.

spudw · 03-12-2008, 09:58 AM

From the photos, Crimson looks really impressive on the 1er. Given it's similarity to the E46 coupe, I expect it to be stunning.

Had a neighbor with an E46 coupe in Imola red - easily one of most eye catching coupes I've ever seen (Astons and Ferraris aside...).

My 1er will most likely be Crimson with a black interior. Simple. Classic. Striking.

MVF4Rrider · 03-12-2008, 10:10 AM

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Originally Posted by spudwest

My 1er will most likely be Crimson with a black interior. Simple. Classic. Striking.

I couldn't agree more! Every photo I see of a Crimson Red 1er next to another 1er color proves that point to me and then some. Some other colors are nice, but the CR is so alive and aggressive, which seems to [me] fit the car better. I also like all colors that produce a contrast to the shadowline trim and diffuser. Overall I really like the non-metallic colors best. I'd pick any of those over the metallics. All personal choice.

Tomski · 03-12-2008, 10:19 AM

Together with the mods, it will be a striking appearance I think

I'm planning the Performance front & backbumper along with the sideskirts, and the rims from the 1 hatch Limited edition from BMW Motorsport

adc · 03-12-2008, 12:50 PM

Don't have the better pictures with me, but here is what my Imola Red ZHP looked like... Imola was a darker, deeper shade of red than Crimson - if Imola were offered on the 1, I'd get that in a heartbeat.

Edit: Obviously, the 2nd pic is not an accurate representation of the color... =)

vivid · 03-12-2008, 01:35 PM

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Originally Posted by NOLEimit

I <3 Imola Red. Best red out there. Very very deep red

I agree... esp as interior leather

spudw · 03-12-2008, 03:59 PM

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Originally Posted by Balls

I also like all colors that produce a contrast to the shadowline trim and diffuser.

Couldn't agree more. It's a really nice feature. Unfortunately (sort of...) I've talked myself into the 128i, which doesn't have the diffuser...

BTW, does the diffuser actually produce downforce on the 135i, or is it (dare I say) just as design feature?

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Tomski New Member 0 Rep 5 Posts Drives: Join Date: Mar 2008 iTrader: (0)	Crimson vs Imola Hi Guys, I'm new to the forum, found it through my searches for E82 pics. I currently drive a 320 coupé in Imolared, how does the crimsonred on an E82 compares to that irl? thanks
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MZWIE Lieutenant Colonel 388 Rep 1,660 Posts Drives: M2 Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: GEORGIA iTrader: (0)	I just happened to see the two colors side my side this past Saturday. My son and I agreed that the Crimson is a little more orange, and the Imola is a little more Tomatoey color. The Imola was definetely the darker of the two.
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NOLEimit Private First Class 4 Rep 155 Posts Drives: Join Date: Nov 2007 iTrader: (0)	I <3 Imola Red. Best red out there. Very very deep red __________________ [SIGPIC][/SIGPIC] 135i -- Alpine White -- Coral Red -- ZSP Previous --2004 VW R32--
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Tomski New Member 0 Rep 5 Posts Drives: Join Date: Mar 2008 iTrader: (0)	I would like to order a 123d in crimson (karmesin over here) but am afraid that it would look to washed off reddish... And I need a new red car with black interior so my mum doesn't see I bought a new one...again .. lol
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MVF4Rrider PCA, BMWCCA 102 Rep 2,058 Posts Drives: 997S, MV Agusta F4, E46 M3 Join Date: Apr 2008 Location: Las Vegas NV iTrader: (0)	There's a few Imola Red M3s running around here, even one parked in my view as I sit here. They always look a bit dull to me. On the other hand, the Crimson Red is very alive. Best red though is from Ducati and the red on my MV Agusta of course! I'm sure the Imola Red looks good when polished and waxed. Worst red in my opinion is the MINI red. Very flat in color. __________________ '08 Carrera S 6MT Guards Red/Black ext leather, Carbon fiber pkg, sport exh, sport chrono +, PASM, Nav, Bose, 19" forged turbos, red tranny tunnel '07 MV Agusta F4 1000 R 1+1, Corse Red/Silver, RG3 race pipes and factory race ECU
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spudw Major 70 Rep 1,305 Posts Drives: 2009 128i Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Ottawa iTrader: (0)	From the photos, Crimson looks really impressive on the 1er. Given it's similarity to the E46 coupe, I expect it to be stunning. Had a neighbor with an E46 coupe in Imola red - easily one of most eye catching coupes I've ever seen (Astons and Ferraris aside...). My 1er will most likely be Crimson with a black interior. Simple. Classic. Striking. __________________ 2009 BMW 128i ~ Jet Black ~ Sport Package ~ Sunroof ~ USB Integration ~ Delivered on October 14, 2009
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Tomski New Member 0 Rep 5 Posts Drives: Join Date: Mar 2008 iTrader: (0)	Together with the mods, it will be a striking appearance I think I'm planning the Performance front & backbumper along with the sideskirts, and the rims from the 1 hatch Limited edition from BMW Motorsport
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adc Major General 2751 Rep 6,759 Posts Drives: 2018 F80 M3 ED Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: MD/DC iTrader: (12)	Don't have the better pictures with me, but here is what my Imola Red ZHP looked like... Imola was a darker, deeper shade of red than Crimson - if Imola were offered on the 1, I'd get that in a heartbeat. Edit: Obviously, the 2nd pic is not an accurate representation of the color... =) Attached Images __________________ 2018 F80 Santorini 2019 Z4 3.0i 2022 X2 M35i
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