# Mirror-Finish Supercars Chrome Audi R8 Entrances Narcissists at the Frankfurt Motor Show By JuliaT | Published 2009-09-18 | Autos Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chrome-audi-r8 References: [bornrich.org](http://www.bornrich.org/entry/audi-wears-all-mirrored-up-paintwork/) & [audiusa](http://www.audiusa.com/us/brand/en/models/r8.html) This chrome [Audi](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cada-audi-r8) R8 made an appearance at the Frankfurt Motor Show, to the delight of narcissists everywhere. We're used to seeing chrome on a car's rims, but the wheels on this Audi R8 feature an all-black finish instead. The Audi R8 has really made a favorable impression since it was released in 2006. Check out more images of the [chrome R8](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mercedesbenz-cla) above, and keep clicking for some other [innovative iterations of this ubiquitous supercar](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ruf-ctr1). ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 53% | Activity: 18% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 90% men, 10% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Autos](https://www.trendhunter.com/autos) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Chrome Car Finishes:** Chrome car finishes are becoming increasingly popular, providing opportunities for companies to offer customizable finishes with advanced coatings for improved durability and aesthetics. - **Innovative Super Car Designs:** As supercars become increasingly popular, opportunities exist for designers to experiment with unique and innovative designs to differentiate their offerings from competitors. - **Advanced Rims and Wheels:** As car enthusiasts continue to seek unique styling options for their vehicles, companies can explore the development and manufacturing of advanced rims and wheels with different finishes and designs to meet customer demand. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Automotive Manufacturing:** As car enthusiasts increasingly seek unique styling options for their vehicles, opportunities exist for automotive manufacturers to offer customizable finishes and advanced wheel and rim designs. - **Specialty Coatings:** As chrome car finishes become more popular, companies can explore the development of advanced coatings designed specifically to improve the durability and aesthetics of these finishes. - **Automotive Design:** As supercars continue to grow in popularity, designers have an opportunity to experiment with unique and innovative designs to differentiate their vehicles from the competition. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Luxury Platinum-Painted Sports Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/porsche-panamera-platinum-edition.md) - [Compact Supercar Puzzle Models](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cada-audi-r8.md) - [Sleekly-Designed Electric Vehicles](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-rs-etron-gt.md) - [Bedazzled Sequin Luxe Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mystique-allure.md) - [Moon Halo-Inspired Premium Cars](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spectre-lunaflair.md) - [Blacked-Out Sportscar Spec Packages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/mulliner-blackline.md) - [Monochromatic Diamond-Like Luxury SUVs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brabus-800-xlp-superwhite.md) - [Auto-Branded Multimedia Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/audi-haus.md) - [High-End Automobile Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/prestige-imports.md)