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Color Question

I have a 1978 Petrol Blue 911 SC, that i'm getting repainted and was wondering how rare of a color is Petrol Blue on a 911 because I also like Pacific blue, but I really don't want to change the color.

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I have seen a few Petrol Blue cars out and about. I like the color. Can't speak to its rarity though.
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just bought one...

just today…picking up tomorrow…petrel blue 1978sc targa with cork…i specifically wanted a blue and petrel looks so right, especially with the chrome hardware and stainless bar
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My vote: Keep it the stock color. Wish I had a 78 SC, any color. #1 on my Porsche wish list is a 78-79 SC Coupe, Chiffon, no tail.

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Petrol Blue is very nice. Keep it original!!

I have a Dolphin Grey 911SC coupe ...not sure if I have seen another.
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I love Petrol Blue, has more character than Pacific, IMO. I like it so much that I'm seriously thinking about changing my Chiffon to Petrol when I paint it in a few years.
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Had one. Very rare, I believe it's the only year they offered it as a stock color on the 911. Keep it.
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Thanks guys for your input. I am going to stay with Petrol Blue. I'll post pictures when its done.
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