obsidian black (197) vs black (040)
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From: Oklahoma
W211 E320 & W212 E550
I had the same decision as well. I was at the dealership and they had a Hybrid S series in the OB black and a C63 in plain black. After looking at the two with normal light coming into the showroom it was clear which one really came to life with some light so I ordered the OB black. They both look great but I do give the OB a better rating on the eye candy chart.
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Obsidian Black vs Mocha Black vs Platinum Black vs Standard Nano Black
Finally I'm all set to order my first ever S65 AMG !
Don't wanna sound soft or anything, but its been my dream since early 2008.
To make this whole thing more meaninful and remembering, my plan is to head out to Stuttgart, the heart of MB, and go over the whole process over there right on the spot.
I'm pretty much set with all extras, but there is one last thing that's bugging me day and night - WHICH BLACK COLOR.
Here where I'm from, 99% of all W221s are in Obsidian, and I have never had a chance to see designos Mocha Black, Platinum Black, or the standard nano black. Honestly, what I want is the richest and deepest black color without any secondary blends or reflections, in other words as pure black as possible.
For the interior, I chose to go with Designo Jet Black over the standard black AMG exclusive leather, because Designo Jet Black code X39 looked darker and deeper than the standard black AMG V-12 exclusive leather, but then again I can't say I'm 100% certain which one of the two is the deeper black color in reality not on pics.
Fellows, I know most of you here know which is which and how they look in reality, and I would sincerely appreciate your help.
Thank you very much all and have a great upcoming summer.
Don't wanna sound soft or anything, but its been my dream since early 2008.
To make this whole thing more meaninful and remembering, my plan is to head out to Stuttgart, the heart of MB, and go over the whole process over there right on the spot.
I'm pretty much set with all extras, but there is one last thing that's bugging me day and night - WHICH BLACK COLOR.
Here where I'm from, 99% of all W221s are in Obsidian, and I have never had a chance to see designos Mocha Black, Platinum Black, or the standard nano black. Honestly, what I want is the richest and deepest black color without any secondary blends or reflections, in other words as pure black as possible.
For the interior, I chose to go with Designo Jet Black over the standard black AMG exclusive leather, because Designo Jet Black code X39 looked darker and deeper than the standard black AMG V-12 exclusive leather, but then again I can't say I'm 100% certain which one of the two is the deeper black color in reality not on pics.
Fellows, I know most of you here know which is which and how they look in reality, and I would sincerely appreciate your help.
Thank you very much all and have a great upcoming summer.
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Joined: Aug 2002
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From: Cave Creek, AZ and Newport Beach
'22 G 63 AMG, '21 GLE 53 AMG, '20 NSX
Finally I'm all set to order my first ever S65 AMG !
Don't wanna sound soft or anything, but its been my dream since early 2008.
To make this whole thing more meaninful and remembering, my plan is to head out to Stuttgart, the heart of MB, and go over the whole process over there right on the spot.
I'm pretty much set with all extras, but there is one last thing that's bugging me day and night - WHICH BLACK COLOR.
Here where I'm from, 99% of all W221s are in Obsidian, and I have never had a chance to see designos Mocha Black, Platinum Black, or the standard nano black. Honestly, what I want is the richest and deepest black color without any secondary blends or reflections, in other words as pure black as possible.
For the interior, I chose to go with Designo Jet Black over the standard black AMG exclusive leather, because Designo Jet Black code X39 looked darker and deeper than the standard black AMG V-12 exclusive leather, but then again I can't say I'm 100% certain which one of the two is the deeper black color in reality not on pics.
Fellows, I know most of you here know which is which and how they look in reality, and I would sincerely appreciate your help.
Thank you very much all and have a great upcoming summer.
Don't wanna sound soft or anything, but its been my dream since early 2008.
To make this whole thing more meaninful and remembering, my plan is to head out to Stuttgart, the heart of MB, and go over the whole process over there right on the spot.
I'm pretty much set with all extras, but there is one last thing that's bugging me day and night - WHICH BLACK COLOR.
Here where I'm from, 99% of all W221s are in Obsidian, and I have never had a chance to see designos Mocha Black, Platinum Black, or the standard nano black. Honestly, what I want is the richest and deepest black color without any secondary blends or reflections, in other words as pure black as possible.
For the interior, I chose to go with Designo Jet Black over the standard black AMG exclusive leather, because Designo Jet Black code X39 looked darker and deeper than the standard black AMG V-12 exclusive leather, but then again I can't say I'm 100% certain which one of the two is the deeper black color in reality not on pics.
Fellows, I know most of you here know which is which and how they look in reality, and I would sincerely appreciate your help.
Thank you very much all and have a great upcoming summer.
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From: Walnut Creek, Cali (sf bay area)
(For Sale 03 G55), 08 G55K, 99 C43, 04 E55, 05 E63, 91 BMW E30, 05 BMW M3, 05 Audi USP Avant
If you do not want swirl marks, its a really easy way to prevent them
do not buff your car with any machine ever!! ALWAYS MAKE SURE
the surface is cool in temperature, mornings are great , and use only
micro fiber towels. There is no reason to ever buff or machine polish
a new car ever. If you want to fix surface scratches, spot treat them by a
professional not some guy at a gas station car wash.
do not buff your car with any machine ever!! ALWAYS MAKE SURE
the surface is cool in temperature, mornings are great , and use only
micro fiber towels. There is no reason to ever buff or machine polish
a new car ever. If you want to fix surface scratches, spot treat them by a
professional not some guy at a gas station car wash.
