What: 2019 Aston Martin Vantage Color: Q by Aston Martin Zaffre Blue Metallic(metallic UNI; AM6030; Aston Martin) VIN: SCFSMGAW5KGN01180 Mileage: 22,622 miles Price at Time of this Writing: $96,500 CarFax:Link Location: Federal Way, WA Auction listing:West State Motorsport
We’ll be the first to admit it- of all the Tailors featured in our regular rotation, Q by Aston Martin generally isn’t one of them- and that’s a shame. Aston is, after all, a legendary brand that makes a stunning car which also happens to depreciate like a rock. This particular example, finished in the absolutely stunning Zaffre Blue Metallic is just $96,500. Sure it’s 6 years old, sure it’s done 22,622 wonderful miles, but we’re talking M3 money here for something that’s sure to turn more heads than a BMW sedan ever could. With a clean CarFax and the much, much more reliable AMG V8 under hood, and an asking price that wouldn’t begin to touch a Paint to Sample 911 of similar vintage, this Aston is well worth a good hard look.
While not the most staggering of all Golf R Spektrum statistics, we’re somewhat surprised at the rarity of Squirrel Grey. Just 6 Volkswagen Spektrum buyers opted for a color that’s equal parts unique and inoffensive. Perhaps it was the dull, pastel grey’s similarity to so many other colors that were then- and still are now- somewhat in vogue. Or maybe it was a symptom of the Golf R’s audience and attainable price point. Regardless, at just under $34k we feel this is a phenomenal value for someone looking to enter the world of Tailored Driver.
What: 2019 Volkswagen Golf R Spectrum Color: Copper Orange Metallic (copperorangemetallic; metallic UNI; LA2W / 3J; Volkswagen) Chassis: WVWVA7AU4KW218035 Mileage: 32,700 Price: $31,998 Location: Hertrich Ford of Elkton, Elkton, MD Listing: Link
Though VW doesn’t have a tailor of their own, most regular readers of this website should by now know of the Golf Spektrum run of cars. Back in 2019, VW built a large collection of Golf R models painted in micro batches of unobtainium colors. These cars command a premium and are highly sought after when they come up online.
This particular one is Copper Orange Metallic. It’s one of three painted that color for the USA and was originally sold and delivered by Smith VW in Wilmington, Delaware. It’s now showing just 32,700 miles and hasn’t traveled very far, just across the border into northern Maryland where we find it at a Ford dealership.
What: 2019 Volkswagen Golf R Color: Volkswagen Spektrum ’91 Blue (91blau; non metallic UNI; LL5C; Volkswagen) VIN: WVWVA7AU9KW217074 Mileage: 26,500 miles Price: $Auction CarFax:Link Window Sticker: Pictured Below Location: Seattle, WA Auction Listing:Cars and Bids
What’s the origin of ’91 Blue? We don’t really know, but it’s not that we haven’t tried to figure it out. We even reached out to a member of the product team at Volkswagen who made the cars happen. Here’s what we got.
“91 Blue was already part of the VW Exclusice catalog and chosen by Canada for the yet to be named Spektrum program. We assumed the same colors Canada was offering, and added several more.”
So, we dug a bit. We have yet to find 91 Blue anywhere else, though we do have a color code. Perhaps it came from another brand, or perhaps it harks a paint of another time.
Miami Blue of the Golf Mk1 era seems not that far off, but it’s definitely a different code and we’d want to see them both in person before drawing that comparison. Interestingly, there was no Miami Blue in the Spektrum lineup.
Back to the car, this is a low mileage example of a very rare car. Those seeking something special, particularly in the form of a hot hatch, will want to take notice and do so quickly.
Tailored Driver has covered the one-year-only Volkswagen Spektrum Golf R models in the past, but this one is a bit special. Sadly not present at last weekend’s gathering of R’s called “Wookies in the Woods” and held annually near Robbinsville, NC- where many Spektrums were present- this particular car has plenty of VW event history. The first owner of this Tailored Driver was VW themselves, one of three used by Volkswagen of America to market the program to potential consumers. Since leaving the VWGoA nest, this car made it to Texas where it still appears to be in very good shape and was driven sparingly. Between the fervor of Spektrum fans, strong enthusiast interest in VW and the Golf R, and the stunning Sarantos Turquoise paint, we anticipate this Tailored Driver to fetch a big number.
What: 2018 Volvo V90 T5 R Design Color: Black Olive (schwarzolive; non-metallic Uni; 2A7; Porsche) VIN: N/A Mileage: 90,311 miles Price: $29,900 CarFax: N/A Window Sticker: N/A Location: Lake Forest, CA Link: Facebook Marketplace
We don’t typically feature repainted cars on this site, because the technical focus is the factory tailors or the remasters. Still, every once in a while, a redone car comes along that captures our attention. This Volvo V90 in Porsche Black Olive seems to qualify.
When it comes to Volvo, we’re pretty sure they don’t have a factory tailor program. Back in the P2 S60R / V70R era, I’d inquired if one could deviate from their standard R colors wanting a simple white that would have still stood out from the few colors offered. The answer was that something like this was possible so long as the color was offered in Europe. Whether that still holds today I don’t know, but the V70R wasn’t offered in white in Europe either.
It’s safe to say that Europe also doesn’t offer Porsche paint colors. Even still, Porsche Black Olive is an excellent color that looks incredible on a Volvo V90. Beyond that, the listing says it was taken down to the shell with all panels and glass removed before the repaint. Photos of the whole process were taken and can be provided.
Inside, the owner added “Porsche tartan” plaid to the seats as well.
Worth noting, the car has some aftermarket parts on it including wheels, Maxton body kit and rear spoiler, an upgraded audio system and more. If you’re seeking bone stock or OEM condition then this may not be your car. That said, if you’re seeking a very unique long roof, we suspect you’ll be very interested in this one.
What: 2019 Audi RS 5 sportback Color: Audi exclusive Kemora Grey Metallic(metallic-UNI; LX7F; Audi) VIN: WUACWCF51KA904939 Mileage: 69,872 miles Price: $40,991 CarFax:Link Window Sticker: N/A Location: Carrolton, TX Listing:Texas Hot Rides
There’s no use in sugar-coating it- this RS 5 sportback has been hit. Twice. But with a cost of entry that reflects- just $40k- does this represent good Tailored Driver value for money? To us, yeah, totally. Audi’s RS 5 might not be the fire starter that BMW’s M3 is, but its still no slouch. Couple that value and performance with the cult favorite that is Audi exclusive Kemora Grey, and we see a real winner here.
What: 2019 Audi RS 5 sportback Color: Audi exclusive Chalk(kreidegrau; non-metallic uni; M9A / 3H; Porsche) VIN: WUABWCF5XKA904207 Mileage: 25,500 miles Asking Price: $58,800 CarFax: N/A Window Sticker: Pictured Below Location: Morgan Hill, CA Link: Auto Trader
This Tailored Driver has already started to cause somewhat of a crisis within our office. George loves the RS 5 sportback. George loves Porsche’s Chalk color. But he’s also picky. While not a Comp pack model, this RS 5 has just about everything he wants in a Driver. Now, can you retrofit the suspension and steering rack from the Comp? Probably. But as it’s not guaranteed, it’s a big gamble. Can we peer pressure him into a financial boondoggle? Watch this space to find out.
What: 2019 Audi RS 5 sportback Color: Audi exclusive Racing Blue Mica(racingblau; metallic UNI; MXYEWWA; Audi) VIN: WUABWCF56KA904494 Mileage: 14,375 miles Price: $53,991 CarFax:Link Window Sticker: N/A Location: Audi Warrington, PA Listing: Link
Audi exclusive Racing Blue Mica is one of the more rare hues on the Tailored Driver spectrum, likely due to its similarity to several other hues- most notably Navarra Blue, which was an optional factory color for that year. Perhaps not wanting to pay the cost for such subtlety, prospective Tailors have missed out as Racing is both a deep and vibrant blue, reminiscent of BMW’s San Marino Blue. This incredibly uncommon shade on the secondhand market comes at a reasonable cost, as this low mile RS 5 with no accidents reported is available for just $54k- very much in line with standard colored examples.
What: 2019 Porsche 911 GT2 RS Color: Porsche Paint to Sample Albert Blue(albertblau; non-metallic Uni; 1818 / 325 / 387; Porsche) VIN: WP0AE2A93KS155244 Mileage: 526 miles Price Estimate: $800,000 to $1,200,000 CarFax: N/A Window Sticker: N/A Location: RM Sotheby’s 2025 Miami Auction, Coral Gables, FL Listing: Link
We’re noting a theme amongst the cars from the Todd Blue LAPIS collection, mainly blue and sometimes triple blue (blue body, blue wheels, blue interior) with some sort of incredible fabric pattern on the seats for good measure. Such is the case with this 991-era 911 GT2 RS “Weissach Package”, an incredibly unique build with a long list of special wishes touches.
How unique? The original MSRP on this GT2 was $588,115, including over $232,000 worth of specific tailoring from Porsche Exclusive Manufaktur (option code CXX). That all adds up to a 101% increase in CXX options alone over the base price of the 911 GT2 RS!
The configuration begins with paint to sample Albert Blue bodywork with blue carbon fiber accents. The color dates back to Porsches of the early 1970s, though looks the part on this more modern 991 GT2 RS, especially with color-matched Albert Blue wheels.
Inside, leather to sample Yachting Blue leather is accented with Chalk stitching and Graphite Madraskaro plaid. The leather has been extended to what appears to be every interior space available. The roof liner is in matching Yachting Blue Alcantara. Silver Grey seatbelts accent tastefully with the plaid-centered carbon fiber backed seats.
Dials on the gauges and Sport Chrono have been specified to black, with black gloss carbon fiber trim and yatchting blue floor mats.
Order book options begin with the Weissach Package ($18,000) including carbon used on the fiber roof panel, anti-roll bars, front trunk lid and additional components. Interestingly, CXX tailoring was even specified here at Mr. Blue’s request, adding dark blue tint to the carbon fiber on the roof panel, front fender louvers, mirrors and rear wing. According to RM, this car is one of just three to be fitted with the blue carbon fiber specification. The Weissach package also included magnesium wheels, with the wheels on this particular car tailored in color-matched Albert Blue. All told, Weissach cars weighed in at just 3,241 lbs.
Other options on the car include the Light Design Package, Sport Chrono Package, front axle-lift system, extended range fuel tank and Porsche Dynamic Light System.
The car was delivered new to Todd Blue’s LAPIS Collection via Porsche of North Houston
When it was launched in 2017, the 991-era 911 GT2 RS was the most powerful 911 Porsche had ever produced. It featured a twin turbocharged 3.8-liter flat six delivering 700 horsepower to the rear wheels via 7-speed PDK (DSG) transmission. Acceleration from 0-60 mph was accomplished in just 2.8 seconds and it was capable of a top speed of 211 mph.
