9 supercar paint finishes that will make you question your eyes

Published on Aug 31, 2025 at 9:35 PM (UTC+4)
by Molly Davidson

Last updated on Aug 29, 2025 at 3:16 PM (UTC+4)
Edited by Kate Bain

Supercars aren’t just about horsepower and top speed – they’re also rolling works of art.

And sometimes, the paint can make jaws drop just as much as the engine note.

From holographic hues inspired by the moon to one-off colors that cost more than some cars, these finishes prove that car paint can be pure theater.

Here are nine of the wildest, most eye-catching, and questionable supercar paint finishes we’ve seen.

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1. Rolls-Royce Wraith ‘Pendulum Paint

Supercar Blondie herself took customization to another level with her Wraith.

Instead of a brush or spray gun, the paint was applied using a pendulum loaded with paint that swung over the car.

The result was a questionable masterpiece – impossible to replicate exactly.

And don’t worry, she re-did the paint job after this experiment.

2. DIY Miata garage respray

Not every wild example comes from a luxury atelier.

A California YouTuber decided to respray his Miata in his own garage, proving that supercar paint finishes don’t have to come from a million-dollar brand to be bold.

It’s not quite flawless but the courage to try it made this finish stand out.

3. Mercedes-Maybach ‘Night Series’ two-tone

For those who love drama with their luxury, the Night Series Maybach lineup delivers some of the most distinctive supercar paint finishes on the market.

Think dark greys, deep blacks, and even silver-and-onyx two-tone combinations.

Add in rose-gold details, and you’ve got some of the boldest Maybachs ever made.

4. Lamborghini Revuelto ‘Oro Alba’

This is paint as jewelry.

Oro Alba is a $62,000 finish that shifts between gold, magenta, rose-gold, purple, and green depending on the light.

We think this might just be the ultimate show-off shade.

5. Rolls-Royce Spectre ‘Lunaflair

Inspired by lunar halos, this one-off paint job turns the Spectre into a cosmic spectacle.

In low light it looks metallic silver, but in sunlight it explodes into rainbow iridescence.

Rolls-Royce spent over a year developing this finish, and it shows.

6. Rolls-Royce Spectre ‘Boracay Blue

Supercar Blondie revealed her own custom paint job on her Spectre – a shade called Boracay Blue.

It blends blue and lavender tones with a silver coachline and a personalized ‘SB’ logo.

Subtle compared to some, but still totally unique.

7. Rolls-Royce Spectre ‘Morganite & Gunmetal

This custom Spectre blends a gemstone-inspired pink (morganite) with a sharp gunmetal contrast.

The two-tone effect gives it elegance with just enough edge.

It’s a masterclass in bespoke minimalism.

8. Bugatti Chiron’s 700-hour finish

Painting a Chiron isn’t just a job – it’s an odyssey.

From primer to final polish, each car demands 600-700 hours of work.

Every coat is checked under multiple lights to ensure absolute perfection.

9. Bugatti Bolide ‘Batman-Spec’

Sometimes the best finish is simple but extreme.

A Bugatti client requested his Bolide entirely in gloss black, earning it the nickname ‘Batman-spec.’

Bugatti delayed the delivery for months to repaint every component at a cost of $220,000, creating a true Batmobile look.

These nine cars prove that automotive artistry doesn’t stop at design or performance – sometimes, the finish itself is the ultimate showpiece.

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Molly Davidson is a Junior Content Writer at Supercar Blondie. Based in Melbourne, she holds a double Bachelor’s degree in Arts/Law from Swinburne University and a Master’s of Writing and Publishing from RMIT. Molly has contributed to a range of magazines and journals, developing a strong interest in lifestyle and car news content. When she’s not writing, she’s spending quality time with her rescue English staffy, Boof.