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    2017 Nano Gr2y S3 owners - any regrets on the color choice?

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    Hello all,

    Trying to decide on exterior color for my '17 S3 with Black Optics, Advanced Handling, Tech and red calipers.

    1 - Nano Grey
    2 - Daytona Grey
    3 - Mythos Black

    I know that Nano is such a unique color but I'm so torn between all three

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    I've seen some pictures of it I really like, and some I really don't like. Never seen it in person however. Went with Daytona, didn't look back.
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    Quote Originally Posted by a4000 View Post
    I've seen some pictures of it I really like, and some I really don't like. Never seen it in person however. Went with Daytona, didn't look back.
    There is RS7 in Nano or Nardo Grey parked on my street and it's defiantly look amazing. I'm just not 100% sure that I will still like it after a year of ownership. I agree, on some pictures color looks too washed out.
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    This is pure opinion, as I'm in a Sepang S3.

    I like how Daytona makes the lines on the car pop more. Nano looks like it mutes the body lines a little more.

    Also Daytona like Sepang is hard to beat in the sun with that pearl effect!

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    I get compliments and people staring at my nano all the time. Glad I snagged it.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Wr3ks_S3 View Post
    This is pure opinion, as I'm in a Sepang S3.

    I like how Daytona makes the lines on the car pop more. Nano looks like it mutes the body lines a little more.

    Also Daytona like Sepang is hard to beat in the sun with that pearl effect!
    Good points..it's just every time I see nano I drool haha



    Quote Originally Posted by 5l33P3R View Post
    I get compliments and people staring at my nano all the time. Glad I snagged it.

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    It's defiantly stands out.
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    Sounds like you've made your decision. Always go with your first choice!

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    Anyone disagreeing with Nano is insane lol

    I am a Sepang owner I have to say if I get 17+ when my lease is over... Its gonna be hard to say no to Nano. Its really nice color
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    i like nano, but i feel if you have nano, you need black optics and black wheels. im not a black wheels kinda guy, so i got the gray. but it is definitely a unique color and really stands out. If i didnt get monsoon gray, my 2nd pic would be riviera blue or nano.
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    It's a nice color. So is Daytona.
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    Quote Originally Posted by diztek View Post
    i like nano, but i feel if you have nano, you need black optics and black wheels. im not a black wheels kinda guy, so i got the gray. but it is definitely a unique color and really stands out. If i didnt get monsoon gray, my 2nd pic would be riviera blue or nano.




    Vinyl ed the trim and swapped in a blk optic grille.

    I too never would've thunk to be blk wheel guy, but...
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    With the Nano it has to be love at first sight. If you look at it and have to decide then it's not for you!
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    No regrets with my color choice yet. I like all grays and other cool colors so it works good for me. I went with bronze wheels instead of black mainly for a change...had a number of black wheels before. Definitely digging the black optics. Only complaint is that the black bits scratch just looking at them.

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    Black wheels and nano are a perfect combo. Nice!!
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    Loving mine so far. Can't wait for winter to end so it can finally be clean again though

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    Quote Originally Posted by 5l33P3R View Post




    Vinyl ed the trim and swapped in a blk optic grille.

    I too never would've thunk to be blk wheel guy, but...
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    Very nice looking car! How are you liking the coilovers? The ride? Are they silent (no bangs, rattles, pops)?
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    Absolutely love the coils! Blow my HR Streets away that I had on my gti! The car is tight and glides over rough. Really bummed bcs I looked for a guy on FB, but it looks like moddedeuros doesn't sell them anymore. I got a smoking deal on them... 1.3k

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    Oh yea, the paint even looks like an army green in some views.



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    Quote Originally Posted by Clod View Post
    With the Nano it has to be love at first sight. If you look at it and have to decide then it's not for you!
    +1 Clod, When I saw Nano, I fell in love, my only rant is that I wish the color was a tad bit lighter, the nano in the grey "if you will" is really only noticeable in daylight. It looks like Monsoon Grey most of the time, but it is winter and car is always dirty.

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    Quote Originally Posted by 5l33P3R View Post
    Oh yea, the paint even looks like an army green in some views.



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    That's making it hard to not want coilovers on my forthcoming RS3.
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    Nice cars guys! Especially love it with black wheels & optics. I ordered a Nano Gray A3 Sportback Limited Edition this morning. Expected arrival is late March. Can't wait...
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    Went into the dealer wanting black or white and walked out with nano. No regrets at all. Love this color.IMG_9622.jpg


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    Get red or blue paint and stand out as a non-conformist. The worst thing about Audi is the rep of being boring and sterile, which is evidenced by the dealer car lots full of grey, black and white cars.

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    Quote Originally Posted by Laker3390 View Post
    Went into the dealer wanting black or white and walked out with nano. No regrets at all. Love this color.IMG_9622.jpg


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    I have a nano too. Love the color

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    I have a '16 S3 in the Monsoon Gray and am just starting thunking that come late summer I am going to purchase a TTS, probably a '19. I just asked my brother over the weekend if he felt the Nano was a classic color or one that 4 years from now will be see as a fad color. He liked the Nano as much as I. My other option would be white. That will be a tough call. I am hoping I am brave enough to go with Nano. Cheers.
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    I collected my Nano Gray A3 S-line two days back. I love this car and the color. I already left her at the tinting shop for all window tint and for application of a windshield protection film. This will be my first mod, made next day after collection :) But for now, a picture of hers just after collection, totally stock.

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