Candy Apple Red color

Discussion in '2005 - 2012 (S-197) Mustang' started by Z GT, Aug 15, 2005.

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Which of Ford's reds is closest to Candy Apple Red

Redfire Metallic 18 vote(s) 58.1%
Torch Red 13 vote(s) 41.9%

  1. Z GT New Member

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    Which color of Ford's reds would you say is closer to Candy Apple Red?

    Redfire or Torch Red
    Z GT, Aug 15, 2005
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  2. Pliskin New Member

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    Torch red is too flat.
    Pliskin, Aug 15, 2005
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  3. Jenns01TA Active Member

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    Redfire Metallic is a 2 Stage 'Candy' Ford used this year on the 05. However, it is not a true "candy" as the candy tint is actually in the clear itself and not a true application of a transparent type paint over a metallic or opal basecoat. The 2-stage is a metallic base with a tinted clearcoat.

    This type of "candy" will tend to wear quicker and lose its affect after a few years especially in harsh climates.

    If you are looking for a Metallic Candy appearance then the Redfire is your closest, although it is not a true "Red".

    Jenn
    Jenns01TA, Aug 15, 2005
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  4. stanmckinney Active Member

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    Neither. I have a candyapple red 66 convertible (V8 for those who think it can't be a real car if it has a 6 cylinder.)
    I had a torch red 2003 Mach 1 and I've owned at some point in time all other Ford reds.
    The candyapple red is much darker. Neither gets my vote.
    stanmckinney, Aug 15, 2005
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