In the early days of the auto industry, black was often associated with the Model T and Henry Ford’s attempt to save money by adopting standardized production methods. Several decades later, black was found on official vehicles used by miscellaneous government agencies around the world because it’s a low-key color that doesn’t immediately stand out the way brighter colors do.
More recently, black has become a popular color among sports car buyers seeking an understated, low-key look. Modern paint techniques make it possible to obtain a nearly endless variety of shades including flat, clearcoated, metallic and so forth.
Which car do you think looks best in black?
Alfa Romeo 75 / Milano
BMW 318 (E21)
Citroën Visa
Fiat 127 Sport
Ford Sierra RS500
Honda Civic CRX Si
Jaguar Sovereign
Jeep CJ-5
Lancia Flaminia
Land Rover Range Rover (mk1)
Mazda 323 SP
Mercedes-Benz 560SEL
Mitsubishi Debonair
Nissan President
Peugeot 205 Gentry
Renault 5 Alpine Turbo
Saab 9000 Turbo Talladega
Tatra T613
Toyota Crown
Volkswagen Rabbit GTI
Volvo 245 GLT
ZIL 117
Ran When Parked 
RS500 for me please!
I think this looks pretty damn good in black also –
the gti, any benz or volvo
205 gentry was offered only in dark green metallic 😛
rs500 looks awesome but my choice is alpine turbo
I’ve always thought the Mk1 Rabbit GTI looked best in black. Wish mine was black instead of white.
Of course the 75/Milano should be rosso.
Black is such a flattering colour (for clothes and cars). Especially in cars that are more ‘aesthetically challenged’ as it hides any awkward details. And I always loved the oh-so-80s scheme of black with red pin striping to denote sportiness.