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  • Market Find: 911 Cup-Inspired Porsche Paint to Sample Signal Yellow GT3

    Market Find: 911 Cup-Inspired Porsche Paint to Sample Signal Yellow GT3

    What: 2018 Porsche 911 GT3
    Color: Paint to Sample Signal Yellow (signalgelb; non-metallic UNI; R1007 / 6823 / 114 / 7272; Porsche)
    VIN: WP0AC2A98JS175624
    Mileage: 18,776
    Price: $345,991
    CarFax: Link
    Window Sticker: N/A
    Location: Porsche San Francisco
    Dealer listing: Link

    Some of us a are more, well, thorough than others when it comes to the Tailored Driver ethos. Paint to Sample colors are incredibly prevalent, so if you really want to set yourself apart from the others at your local Cars and Coffee (especially in the Bay Area), you have to bring it. The former owner of this Tailored Driver sure as hell got that memo, as they took their Signal Green GT3 and went nearly full Cup car by curating tasteful items from BBS Motorsport (E88 Wheels), Manthey Racing (3-way Clubsport suspension), Dundon Motorsport (D3 Engine package) and Porsche Motorsport (Fenders, Liners, Splitter) to arrive at the result seen above. For good measure, it’s also got a few OEM+ touches as well, specifically a carbon hood from a 911R, GT3 RS Side Skirts, and brake cooling ducts from the GT4 RS. If this is your idea of perfection, head to Porsche San Francisco to achieve Platinum-level Tailored Driver status.

  • Market Find: 2018 Audi exclusive RS 7 in Teak Brown

    Market Find: 2018 Audi exclusive RS 7 in Teak Brown

    What: 2018 Audi RS 7 Sportback
    Color: Audi exclusive Teak Brown Metallic (Teakbraun; metallic UNI; Z8W; Audi)
    VIN: WUAWRBFC3JN902842
    Mileage: 53,816
    Price: $58,900
    CarFax: Link
    Window Sticker: N/A
    Location: Duval Acura, Jacksonville, Fl
    Dealer listing: Link

    Perhaps take from the dealer-doesn’t-know-what-they-have department is this 2018 Audi exclusive RS 7. Why do we say this? Well, for starters the description (Panther Black Crystal Effect, and Black with Mercato Blue Interior) don’t seem to match the photos. Admittedly, the photos are low resolution, so it’s a shame we can’t see the original high-res files.

    We ran the VIN and the car is checking in as Teak Brown, which matches the color seen in the photos. That all makes sense. There are no Audi exclusive badges on the door panels, hinting that whatever the interior is, it was a standard offering in period. So, you have a nicely-built RS 7 in a relatively rare Audi exclusive color. Now, throw in the relatively low miles of 53,816 and the price at $58,900 that KBB rates as a “Great Price” and we’d say it’s a great buy.

  • Market Find: Is this 2007 Boxster an Early Nordic Gold?

    Market Find: Is this 2007 Boxster an Early Nordic Gold?

    What: 2007 Porsche Boxster S
    Color: Unconfirmed, Believed Nordic Gold (nordischgoldmetallic; metallic UNI; M2Z / 8W; Porsche)
    VIN:  WP0CB29897U731315
    Mileage: 77,910 miles
    Price: $24,900
    CarFax: Link
    Window Sticker: N/A
    Location: Plaza Motors, Tempe, AZ
    Listing: Link

    We’re not 100% confirmed on the color of this well-kept 987 Boxster S, but we believe it’s Nordic Gold Metallic. The period is correct, and there aren’t a lot of colors close to this in the Porsche Paint to Sample palette so we’re fairly safe in saying it. Whatever it is though, it’s handsome and tastefully paired with a close-to-tone interior.

    Nordic Gold Metallic is perhaps best known for being a launch color on the Porsche 911 Targa (type 997). Even though that’s an exceptionally rare car, we’re guessing you’re more than likely to have seen one of those than you are to have seen Nordic Gold on an early Boxster S like this one.

    Interestingly, it’s a Tiptronic. Because it’s an early 987 and not a later 987.5, this means it’s got the torque converter automatic rather than twin clutch DSG. Regardless, it’s an incredibly handsome cruiser.

  • Market Find: 2023 Audi R8 Spyder in Nogaro Blue

    Market Find: 2023 Audi R8 Spyder in Nogaro Blue

    What: 2023 Audi R8 V10 performance Spyder quattro
    Color: Audi exclusive Nogaro Blue (nogaroblau; pearl effect UNI; Z5M; Audi)
    VIN:  WUA4BCFX9P7900806
    Mileage: 1,317 miles
    Price: $229,995
    CarFax: Link
    Window Sticker: See Gallery
    Location: Audi Westchester, Westchester, PA
    Listing: Facebook

    We’ll say it over and over until we can’t any longer. We’re ALWAYS (and I mean ALWAYS) fans of dealer salespeople who bring Audi exclusive listings to the enthusiast fore and often ahead of their dealerships. Before we get into this car, it’s worth thanking Martin Tuma at Audi Westchester for posting it to Facebook (our main link above). It’s also available on the dealer website with more photos and information HERE.

    What we have is a Nogaro Blue R8 Spyder. Conventional thought would suggest that one of Audi’s most popular colors such as Nogaro Blue would be a regular spec for Audi exclusive R8 buyers – the R8 being Audi’s own supercar. Interestingly though, it’s not, making a Nogaro Blue R8 a decidedly rare thing.

    It’s also got the optional (and equally rare) Recaro shell seats, making it an exceptional specification. It’s new, quite low mileage and quite well maintained, which all combines to make it something worth considering.

  • Market Find: Signal Green Porsche 968 Coupe

    Market Find: Signal Green Porsche 968 Coupe

    What: 1992 Porsche 968 Coupé
    Color: Signal Green (signalgrün; non-metallic UNI; 22S; Porsche)
    VIN: N/A
    Mileage: 54,000 miles
    Price: $45,000
    CarFax: N/A
    Window Sticker: N/A
    Location: Lee, MA
    Listing: Link

    As 964 era Carrera Cup colors go, Signal Green may be the rarest. Yes, they’re all special but the rarer the more impactful and in that this recently imported 968 Coupé doesn’t disappoint. Is it worth $45,000? Well, it is a rare shade and it is low miles, but it’s also an automatic. To someone looking for a unique cruiser, this probably fits the bill. Alternatively, someone seeking the ultimate driver who likely wouldn’t be considering an automatic can also net a 968 Clubsport in Europe for similar money if they shop around.

    It remains to be seen if the transaxle Porsche car market will ever truly explode, but that leaves even higher-priced rare specification examples like this one still a pretty good deal.

  • Market Find: 11K Mile Audi R8 GT in Samoa Orange on Bring a Trailer

    Market Find: 11K Mile Audi R8 GT in Samoa Orange on Bring a Trailer

    What: 2012 Audi R8 GT Coupé
    Color: Samoa Orange (samoaorangepearl; pearl UNI; LX2U / J0; Audi)
    VIN: WUA9NAFG6CN900124
    Mileage: 11,000 miles
    Price: $90,124 Bid with 7 Days Left at Time of Writing
    CarFax: Inquire
    Window Sticker: N/A
    Location: Potomac, MD
    Listing: Bring a Trailer

    Though popular amongst Audi exclusive clientele, Samoa Orange wasn’t an Audi exclusive color on the R8 GT. In fact, it is believed to have debuted as a launch color on that first limited-series GT Coupé, then has graced a few other special editions over the years.

    Dropping on a car such as the R8 GT is a great way to make a paint color popular of course, a car where really any color inspires and looks spectacular. In the case of the Samoa Orange R8 GTs though, relatively common amongst R8 GTs, we’d argue it’s one of the most memorable color combinations for the car… and that’s before you consider most had matching orange stitching on the inside.

    This one is particularly low mileage, and worth a second look.

  • Market Find: 1 of 1 Porsche 959 ‘Speedster’ Heads to RM Sotheby’s Milan Sale

    Market Find: 1 of 1 Porsche 959 ‘Speedster’ Heads to RM Sotheby’s Milan Sale

    What: 1989 Porsche 959 ‘Speedster’
    Color: Porsche Grand Prix White (grandprixweiß; non-metallic Uni; 908 / P5 / 9A5; Porsche)
    VIN: WP0ZZZ95ZHS900142
    Mileage: 8,304 km, 5,160 miles
    Price Estimate: €1,100,000 – €1,500,000 EUR 
    CarFax: N/A
    Location: RM Sotheby’s Milan Sale, May 22, 2025
    Auction listing: Link

    Imagine, in period, being one of the few who can afford and even attain a car as exclusive as the Porsche 959. Now, imagine you take said 959 and have it converted to a roadster. Well, it happened, and that fascinating car is headed to RM Sotheby’s upcoming Milan sale.

    The conversion was performed by Karl-Heinz Feustel in 1989 to a car reportedly sold new to Jürgen Lässig, a racecar driver with a 24 Hours of Daytona victory under his belt along with a runner-up at the 24 Hours of Le Mans.

    Upon completion, the 959 was displayed at the 1989 Essen Motor Show. Think of it as Germany’s SEMA (but with some public and press days thrown in) and you’ve got the idea. No doubt the car, built in Grand Prix White with blue interior and matching soft top, left an impression amongst those who came out for the show.

    The car’s called a ‘Speedster’ and perhaps that applies. The painted A-pillar and windshield frame appear to be more 911 Cabriolet than Speedster, but it’s still incredibly unique. The exclusivity of the configuration goes up even further when you consider that the car came with a color-matched removable hardtop in a transport case, a tonneau top and spare ‘Speedster’ windscreen that makes one wonder if the conversion utilized a windshield incompatible with either the 911 Cabriolet or the Speedster of its time.

    Whatever the case, it’s a very special car, one you can find more information on via the RM Sotheby’s link above.

  • Market Find: 2023 BMW Individual Santorini Blue X3 M40i

    Market Find: 2023 BMW Individual Santorini Blue X3 M40i

    What: 2023 BMW X3 M40i
    Color: BMW Individual Santorini Blue (santorinblauii; non-metallic uni; 327; BMW)
    VIN: 5UX83DP01P9P42631
    Mileage: 18,374
    Price: $58,985
    CarFax: Link
    Window Sticker: N/A
    Location: Peabody, MA at BMW of Peabody
    Dealer Listing: Link

    Why We Love It:

    Santorini Blue has made multiple waves here at Tailored Driver; this time, we’re seeing it on a BMW X3 M40i. It’s quite rare to see a BMW Individual color on a non-M X3, but don’t underestimate it. This was a $4,500 factory paint option selected by the previous owner.

    Santorini Blue has graced multiple generations of BMWs, starting with the E36, and remains a standout choice in today’s BMW Individual program. This vibrant shade is reminiscent of colors like Laguna Seca Blue and Voodoo Blue, and it complements the X3’s body lines exceptionally well. Pair it with Black Vernasca Leather inside, and you’ve got yourself a true tailored driver.

    Thinking of scooping this up? Contact Doug Currie at BMW Peabody and let him know Tailored Driver sent you.

  • Market Find: Light Yellow 1989 Porsche 911 Speedster at Broad Arrow’s Air|Water Sale

    Market Find: Light Yellow 1989 Porsche 911 Speedster at Broad Arrow’s Air|Water Sale

    What: 1989 Porsche 911 Speedster
    Color: Porsche Light Yellow (hellgelb; non-metallic; L117; Porsche)
    VIN: WP0EB0918KS173672
    Mileage: 13,017
    Price Estimate: $275,000-$325,000
    CarFax: N/A
    Location: Broad Arrow Porsche Air|Water Auction 2025
    Auction listing: Link

    As an expansion of the Porsche-focused Luftgekühlt, the Air|Water spinoff event continues to grow. This year, auction house Broad Arrow is in on the action with a Porsche-exclusive auction that certainly won’t disappoint.

    Porsche being Porsche, and Porsche owners being Porsche owners, you can also bet that Paint to Sample will be a highlight. Take for example this well-maintained and low milage factory special featuring paint-to-sample Light Yellow paint with color-matched Fuchs wheels. It’s also got Mahogany partial leather interior with matching top that make it truly unique, even amongst a run of just 825 speedsters built only in 1989.

  • Market Find: Audi exclusive Nardo Grey SQ7

    Market Find: Audi exclusive Nardo Grey SQ7

    What: 2022 Audi SQ7
    Color: Audi exclusive Nardo Grey (nardograu; UNI; LY7C; Audi)
    VIN: WA1AWBF70ND018415
    Mileage: 57,590 miles
    Price: $50,487
    CarFax: Link
    Window Sticker: N/A
    Location: Upper Saddle River, NJ
    Listing: Jack Daniels Audi of Saddle River

    Perhaps we’ve said it before, but we’ll proudly say it again- Audi’s SQ7 is the most under-rated vehicle in their lineup. The RS 6 gets all the looks, and the S/RS Q8 gets all the Urus comparisons, but if you want a 500hp family hauler that’ll road trip with the best of ’em, look no further. A fortunate side effect of that lack of attention and admiration, for us at least, is Q7-style depreciation. Just three years old, having no prior accidents reported, and showing 57,000 miles on the odometer, this SQ7 is now for sale at approximately 50% of it’s original price. Are these things really that cheap? A quick cars.com search suggests that yep, they sure are. This particular example sporting Audi exclusive Nardo Grey paint seems like a great way to get into a Tailored Driver that punches well above its weight for $50k.