Friday 20th January 2006

Bodykit for New Leon

New model gets aggressive bolt on bits

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SEAT are despererately hoping that their new generation Leon will enjoy the same success as the outgoing model which captured the imagination of many drivers thanks to great dynamics, practicality and a badge representing a new breed of sporting car.

At the Autosport Show last week, SEAT previeweda dramatic factory-approved styling kit for the new model.  Available from next month through the SEAT Dealer network, the aerodynamic styling kit adds plenty of aggression to the slightly fatter looking Leon.

The show car, finished in Luna Grey, featured a range of modifications, with new front and rear bumpers – incorporating vertical black grilles at each corner – striking 18” wheels and extended side skirts.  At the back changes include an oval centrally-located exhaust pipe and lairy spoiler at the top of the hatch.

The New Touring Car

The kit will be available in four separate packs, to suit a variety of tastes and budgets, and can be fitted to any latest-generation Leon by all SEAT Dealers. 

The packs on offer comprise body kit only, body kit plus exhaust, body kit plus alloy wheels and tyres, or the full works – in other words, all three packs together.  In addition, a choice between the oval exhaust or two separate tail pipes positioned at each rear corner, provides scope for further customisation.  Prices are yet be confirmed, but are likely to start at around £1,200 for the styling kit, going up to £2,500 for the whole package (both prices RRP, ex VAT).

 

[FestivAli]

I'm surprised more manufacturers don't do this. Heads of design have their designers sketch up things like more aggressive bumpers and other styling mods after a design for the whole model has been signed off. I certainly know that Ford Australia has a nice selection of tasty bodykits that could be put in production for the BA-BF falcon. As for the Seat, I quite like it, but not the off-center 'tooth' in the lower mouth on the racer.

Ali.

[FestivAli]

Does anyone else think that the designation 'FR' sounds like it should stand for 'Front-Rear'? On an FWD car this annoys me slightly, but then again, I'm quite fussy.