Trying to decide between Copper Red Mica or Icy Blue

[oceanengineer]

As the title says we liked the Icy Blue Metallic on the showroom floor and when we test drove the CX-7 were surprised by the color/warmth of the copper red mica. We've never been fans of red cars but this looked special.

I have not seen any copper red mica cx-7's on the road so I don't know how it looks dirty or gently used. Same for the Icy Blue Metallic. Was wondering if anyone could give us some feedback on the pros and cons of the two colors especially when it comes to showing dirt, light scratches, and the long term effect of sunlight on the two colors - I'm a bit afraid the copper red mica may turn a more dullish red and lose its warmth/glow. I've got a fresco green passat (light green metallic) that has held up very well so I am a bit more comfortable with the icy blue in terms of long term performance.

It looks like the Icy Blue Metallic is a rarer color - only one in the general area (120 miles away) area versus 10 of the copper red - its just that a local dealer may give me a great deal on the copper red as they have it on the floor and then we may need to make up our minds. Indecision, indecision...!
Thanks

 

[Zoom49]

I also like both colors, my wife chose the icy blue as it is her car. It is very good at not showing dirt and dust. Color has held up well as we purchased in
June 06. We wax ours a couple of times a year and it has almost no scratches.
It is also good at not showing the inevitable stone chips.

 

[Shaz]

too bad Electric Blue isnt offered anymore. But the Platinum is next on my list. Good luck in getting a CX7. You'll love it.

Heres my Electric Blue:

 

[wannabe]

we have icy blue. the wife wanted the galaxy grey, but there werent any around. as stated above, the icy is GREAT at hiding dirt and salt. it lets me get away with washing it half as much as my black cherry speed6

 

[WWNJCX7]

Liquid Plat should not be ruled out.....

My CX is liquid Plat and the color is simply amazing....go look at a LP in the sunlight and it will win your desire, the color seems to change based on shadows as well. It almost has a blueish color in certain light conditions.

As for maintaining it, the car never looks dirty and you could easily go a month between washes. Either way, you will love the ride no matter which color you choose.

 

[oceanengineer]

thanks for the feedback - I liked the liquid platinum but my wife didn't.

Looks like we will try for the Icy Blue as she likes the color (and it will be her car after all). The current pricing on these cars are amazing - I have been quoted 23,200 (out of the door so it includes all charges and taxes) for a GT FWD with no additional options and this is without any negotiating.

Anyway will let you guys know how it went.

 

[oceanengineer]

Well pulled the trigger on the Icy Blue Metallic - they also tossed in the bumper guard, wheel locks and cargo net at no additional charge - 23,175 out of the door.

The car is in Austin so I'll pick it up next week after I get back from my ski vacation - I guess I'll be checking the forum out to learn more about the car while I am recovering from the slopes...

Thanks for all your input.

 

[giraffe]

No more electric blue? Ouch!! That color helped sell me on my car!!

too bad Electric Blue isnt offered anymore. But the Platinum is next on my list. Good luck in getting a CX7. You'll love it.

Heres my Electric Blue: