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Area 51 or Atlas Blue ?

Which is the best blue for my 2023 maverick. ?


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Of the three, the Atlas is the truer blue. Alto is on the dark-side of the spectrum, Area 51 is on the light-side of the spectrum. Definitely not a decision I would make for someone else, but it's fun to play along.
I think choosing a color is like choosing the right clothes, definitely a personal choice in the end, but love the feedback here.. been some great replies and conversations.. thank you… and everyone..
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When I first decided I'd order a Maverick in July I was still debating about Velocity Blue or Area 51 (though leaning a bit toward Area 51 just because it seems unusual). After seeing a Bronco and then a couple Mavericks in Area 51 I decided I'd go with Area 51 when I made my order. In anything but direct sunlight it looks blue rather than gray (but still not the same shade of blue as the metallic blues), which I'm happy with. I do not like Atlas Blue as much as Area 51 so I wasn't considering it all that strongly anyway.

Not that you asked but since I'm talking about color preferences I may as well provide my thoughts on the other one I was considering. I think Cactus Gray also looks nice but I prefer the more blue color of Area 51. I've seen it on some Broncos in person, haven't seen a Cactus Grey Maverick in person yet.
That might be the most detailed reply.. awesome, and of course the grey comments are appreciated also.. I did look at the greys also, and I’m not the only person on this thread, so “ALL” comments and info is appreciated..
 

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which is the best blue on the maverick.

comments on why you think your choice is best please as I would love your opinion.

thanks to the voters so far, Atlas. BLue 2 to 1 on Area 51…. Keep them coming.. ford blues are some of the best colors of any company in my opinion.

most of the comments are for Atlas, but the vote is now closing the gap, speak up 51ers..

Because I added the Alto as a color a few days late, I don’t see that it counts in the vote percentage, I didn’t give it a fair chance. It may have worked as a bit of a spoiler, but don’t think it distorted percentages much.. I am surprised by how close the vote is though. I woul be very intrigued if age played into it. I will admit, I’m enjoying all your comments and feedback. .. we all agree, great colors. Well done ford, And voters keep up the good work.. comments please…
I liked the atlas blue but that's the same color as my bike so I went with A51. Like that it's not flashy. There was a Lariat cancellation at my dealer and I would have taken it except it was school bus yellow.
 

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Atlas. I do not like this trend towards pastel colors like Area 51
I think all those kinds of muted colors suck. They remind me of delivery trucks in the 50s Or dump trucks. Put some pizzazz on your truck for crying out loud.

Oh, and here along the coast those colors disappear into the fog and the pavement at dusk and dawn. And don't say people will have their lights on at that time. Because for some insane reason they don't. Very odd, must be those digital dashs fooling them into thinking they have lights on too.
 

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I think all those kinds of muted colors suck. They remind me of delivery trucks in the 50s Or dump trucks. Put some pizzazz on your truck for crying out loud.

Oh, and here along the coast those colors disappear into the fog and the pavement at dusk and dawn. And don't say people will have their lights on at that time. Because for some insane reason they don't. Very odd, must be those digital dashs fooling them into thinking they have lights on too.
Isn't that the point?! Cops can't see me either!:cool:

BTW, at least Lariat trim has daylight running lights that are always on.
 

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I feel Atlas is more manly than Area 51 and Alto is just too dark...Too close to black. Area 51 isn't bad, but Atlas pops more and just feels stronger. The picture of Alto on the 'build your Maverick' site is misleading, it's darker in person. If it actually looked like the online picture, that would be the best one.
 
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I added alto late as an option. Because I was only looking to choose between 51 and Atles. But after some comments figured it was a reasonable 3rd choice.. the vote have atlas in the lead, 51 second and Alto third. But Alto didn’t get a fair run.. wasn’t added at the beginning.. but the vote sits right will my thoughts. Atlas/51/Alto.. in that order..
 

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I really like the alto, think the dark color is sharp, it’s what I have ordered. The iconic silver I have now has grown on me, especially since it looks clean even when it’s not
 
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I have yet to see the alto in the flesh, but I may have to rethink everything if it’s one of those colors that always looks clean, as I’m always in a hurry and the only wash my vehicles get is by Mother Nature..lol.
 

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I hate alto in low light because it looks like black that someone accidentally put a little blue in. In bright light I love the color. Wish there was a better compromise in blue

wish Atlas was darker

i like the idea of área 51. I think it is kind of like a light meal. Appetizing. But makes me wish for more.

really torn as I am considering changing my carbonized grey to one of these colors
 
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If you already have Velocity Blue, I'd go with Area 51. A little contrast is always good with multiple vehicles.
 

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If you already have Velocity Blue, I'd go with Area 51. A little contrast is always good with multiple vehicles.
The VB will be traded in or sold. I have had too much time to over-think while waiting on my hybrid order :)
If alto blue stayed a dark sparkly blue in shade it would be my clear choice! Way too dark in shade
 

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We looked at a Bronco Sport that was on the lot in Alto blue. Not a horrible color, just not great. Didn't really "pop" blue enough in direct sunlight. Stayed a little too dark. It's a color that seems to look better in pictures than in person.
 

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I voice for Area 51. It’s what my XLT is now. Not really have much choice at the time looking. Not wanted AWD, but it is what it is. And not gonna wait a year for any truck.
Wife‘s 2017 Escape Titanium is gray.

Not gonna fall for any green colors. Had a green Jeep and my F250 was forest green. Had both 12+ years. Both sat outside, and paint faded, with peeling of clear topcoat.
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