Ramone

Master of Custom Paint

Custom paint artisan, a character modeled after a Chevrolet Impala equipped with hydraulics.

Quotes

  • “Life is like a custom paint job.”
  • “For cars, looks are everything!”
  • “Being able to move freely is the best!”
  • “Be yourself, no matter the color.”
  • “Ride the beat and bounce up!”

Trivia

  • Ramone's model is the 1959 Chevrolet Impala.
  • Equipped with hydraulics, featuring the body's up-and-down bouncing movement.
  • Paint art plays an important role in the story.
  • Voice actor Kōji Katō is known for his performance in the Japanese version.
  • Unlike his friends' cars, it features a distinctive low center of gravity design.

Alternate names

Ramone Master of Custom Paint Hydraulics-Equipped Car

Tags

Cars Movie Character Animation Race Car Paint Artist Hydraulics Chevrolet Impala Custom Car

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Profile

Species
Car
Gender
Male

Appearance

Overall appearance
Low and streamlined American car-style design modeled after a 1980s Chevrolet Impala. The paint features vibrant custom colors with diverse patterns. Uses hydraulics (hydraulic suspension) to make the body bounce up and down.
Distinguishing features
  • Vibrant and unique custom paint
  • Body equipped with hydraulics that moves up and down
  • Low-slung aero body
Iconic items
  • Paint Spray
  • Hydraulics Device
  • Custom Paint Tools

Personality and abilities

Core personality
Free-spirited
Detailed personality
Bright and upbeat personality, friendly and approachable to his friends. Proud of his own sense, with strong confidence in his painting skills. Cheerful and talkative.
Keywords
  • Free-spirited
  • Cheerful
  • Approachable
  • Confident
  • Talkative
Motto
Express your own style
Talents
  • Custom Paint
  • Hydraulics Operation
  • Artist Sense
  • Car Customization
Skills
  • Spray Paint Technique
  • Body Work
  • Communication
Motivation
To attract attention with the best paint art
Habits
Has a habit of bouncing his body up and down to show himself off
Favorite colors
Purple, Blue, Yellow
Hobbies
Paint Customizing, Music Appreciation, Socializing
Disliked situations
Boredom, Inability to self-express

History

Backstory
In the Cars world, Ramone runs a garage as a master of custom paint with Mater. He pursues embodying his individuality and sense, and is respected by his friends.
Debut date
June 9, 2006
Work title
Cars
Media type
Movie

Cars (2006) Debut

Significant event
Cars (2006) Debut
Description
Appears as Lightning McQueen's friend and demonstrates his custom paint skills.

Cars 2 Appearance

Significant event
Cars 2 Appearance
Description
Shows his unchanged free-spirited personality and passion for customizing.

Cars 3 Appearance

Significant event
Cars 3 Appearance
Description
There are scenes where he imparts paint techniques and a free spirit to the younger generation.

Relationships

Mater

Best friend

Best friends who work together as Radiator Springs' crew.

Radiator Springs' Crew

Radiator Springs' Crew: unknown

Media appearances

Cars (2006)

Movie / Supporting

2006 Theatrical Release

Cars 2

Movie / Supporting

2011 Theatrical Release

Cars 3

Movie / Supporting

2017 Theatrical Release

Cars Game Series

Game / Playable

Voice cast and creators

Kōji Katō

Voice actor
Kōji Katō
Language
Japanese
Version or series
Cars Movie Series

Cheech Marin

Voice actor
Cheech Marin
Language
English
Version or series
Cars series

Pixar Animation Studios

Creator name
Pixar Animation Studios
Role
Original author

Pixar Animation Studios

Creator name
Pixar Animation Studios
Role
Animation studio

Walt Disney Pictures

Creator name
Walt Disney Pictures
Role
Publisher

Related goods

Ramone Figure

Item name
Ramone Figure
Category
Figure
Availability
Regular

Ramone Custom Car Model

Item name
Ramone Custom Car Model
Category
Plush or doll
Availability
Limited

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