ORIGINAL: Simon1

The color I choose is Sonic Blue from the 03/04 Cobra. It is described a blue pearl metallic. At night it looks almost black or navy blue from a distance until it gets in the light then you can see the cobalt colors come through. During the day in the sunlight the pearl and the metallic show through great. Mine is clear coated with the exceptions of the bumper. The reason the bumpers were not cleared is it is easier and cheaper to fix if a small scratch or dings orrus within the bumper. When you choose your painter, choose the guy who can do the best job for the money. Don't be cheap. Satisfaction of purchase is remembered longer than the price you paid.