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Japan quake and tsunami may affect new car colors

Posted: Mar 26, 2011 1:07 PM by Anya Winslow
Updated: Mar 26, 2011 1:10 PM

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Ford asks dealers not to order any new cars, Ford or Lincoln, that come in 'Tuxedo Black' or any of the following shades of red: 'Royal Red,' 'Red Candy,' or 'Red Fire.'

This is all in the advent of the tragic events that occurred in Japan earlier this month. A special ingredient that's used to add the metallic shimmer to those colors is limited in supply.

We spoke with a local dealer to find out how it's going to affect the dealership and customers decisions when purchasing a new car.

Topics: Ford, New Car Sales, Colors, Limited, Japan, Tsunami, Quake, Aftermath

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