Sophisto Grey Xirallic

surreybmwdriver · 12-30-2011, 02:49 AM

I am ordering the F10 525d SE in the UK and would love to have the Xirallic version of Sophisto Grey, which is no longer available because of the supply shortage. I have heard that production of the particles used in Xirallic paint has resumed since mid year so wondering if anybody has any news as to whether this option will come back in 2012? My car is scheduled for manufacturing in mid Feb.

I checked with the dealer and he said he remembers seeing something about this but he couldn't find it in their knowledge base archive.

darrko · 12-30-2011, 02:51 AM

Isn't the Xirallic Sophisto Grey the same as the current Sophisto Grey Brilliant Effect? I saw the B90 color sample and it definitely does have the tiny glittery flecks. My own 520d is on order with the B90.

Gran Turismo · 12-30-2011, 03:32 AM

No, the OP is referring to A90, the term Xirallic appears to be used only in the UK. BMW had to replace A90 with B90 around May 2011 production, the new color name got a 'II' suffix in all geographies.
The metallic effect on A90 is more obvious than with B90.

joey5622 · 12-30-2011, 07:14 AM

I stayed away from b90 paint because of the lack of shimmer and flakes. It's still a very nice color but in my opinion cannot compare to a90 once you've spent time with a f10/f11 in that paint.

From what my dealer told me, there won't be a90 in the immediate future..

surreybmwdriver · 01-02-2012, 02:51 AM

Thanks all, I have now gone for Imperial Blue with Oyster/Black interior

MMVI · 01-02-2012, 12:32 PM

I have Iblue after initially thinking I wanted the grey but te xgrey was not available in msport, so my hand was kind of forced, however I don't regret the blue. It is a stunning colour and relatively rare.

joey5622 · 01-02-2012, 02:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by surreybmwdriver

Thanks all, I have now gone for Imperial Blue with Oyster/Black interior

made a great choice!!!

still annoyed that its going to be on the f30...

E90Fleet · 01-03-2012, 08:29 AM

Even though there is some Xirallic production there is still a big shortage.
Hopefully the new European based factory will come online this year and bring things back to normal

vdubturbo · 01-03-2012, 08:46 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by surreybmwdriver

Thanks all, I have now gone for Imperial Blue with Oyster/Black interior

Nice choice

12-30-2011, 02:49 AM	#1
surreybmwdriver Enlisted Member 4 Rep 30 Posts Drives: F10 525d Imperial Blue Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Surrey, UK iTrader: (0)	Sophisto Grey Xirallic I am ordering the F10 525d SE in the UK and would love to have the Xirallic version of Sophisto Grey, which is no longer available because of the supply shortage. I have heard that production of the particles used in Xirallic paint has resumed since mid year so wondering if anybody has any news as to whether this option will come back in 2012? My car is scheduled for manufacturing in mid Feb. I checked with the dealer and he said he remembers seeing something about this but he couldn't find it in their knowledge base archive.
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darrko Lieutenant 63 Rep 575 Posts Drives: 2016 M5 Comp. Ed. Join Date: Nov 2011 Location: London iTrader: (1) Garage List 2016 BMW M5 [0.00]	Isn't the Xirallic Sophisto Grey the same as the current Sophisto Grey Brilliant Effect? I saw the B90 color sample and it definitely does have the tiny glittery flecks. My own 520d is on order with the B90.
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12-30-2011, 03:32 AM	#3
Gran Turismo Alpina Addict 3 Rep 101 Posts Drives: Alpina B4 S Coupe AWD Join Date: Jun 2011 Location: Switzerland iTrader: (0)	No, the OP is referring to A90, the term Xirallic appears to be used only in the UK. BMW had to replace A90 with B90 around May 2011 production, the new color name got a 'II' suffix in all geographies. The metallic effect on A90 is more obvious than with B90. __________________ Current: 2018 Alpina B4 S Coupe AWD Retired: 2011 Alpina B5 Biturbo, 2007 BMW 650i SMG Coupe
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joey5622 First Lieutenant 32 Rep 363 Posts Drives: 535xi Join Date: May 2011 Location: vancouver bc iTrader: (0)	I stayed away from b90 paint because of the lack of shimmer and flakes. It's still a very nice color but in my opinion cannot compare to a90 once you've spent time with a f10/f11 in that paint. From what my dealer told me, there won't be a90 in the immediate future.. __________________ 2012 535xi Imperial Blue Oyster interior 2012 Lexus CT200h Star fire pearl Ivory interior 2008 Infiniti G35x Aspen pearl Graphite interior - you are missed my friend
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surreybmwdriver Enlisted Member 4 Rep 30 Posts Drives: F10 525d Imperial Blue Join Date: Dec 2011 Location: Surrey, UK iTrader: (0)	Thanks all, I have now gone for Imperial Blue with Oyster/Black interior
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E90Fleet Lieutenant General 1312 Rep 10,185 Posts Drives: BMW Join Date: Apr 2005 Location: South Africa iTrader: (0)	Even though there is some Xirallic production there is still a big shortage. Hopefully the new European based factory will come online this year and bring things back to normal __________________ BMW if you are reading, I need a job, Please.
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