NEW YORK Buick will unveil a special 2002 model of its midsize Regal again featuring design influences by renowned fashion designer Joseph Abboud at the New York International Automobile Show April 13-22.
The 2002 Abboud Regal, which will go on sale in dealer showrooms late this summer, will be the third model in Buick's partnership with the designer and undoubtedly the most expressive, according to Regal Brand Manager Mark D. Hines.
Abboud's influence is most apparent in the Regal's dramatic taupe leather interior, Hines said. Special club-style front bucket seats with dark brown leather seating areas are reminiscent of the LaCrosse, Buick's 2000 concept car. The new Abboud Regal also includes a new leather-wrapped two-tone steering wheel and leather shifter boot.
Two new colors dark bronze mist and white have been added to a palate that already contained graphite metallic and sterling silver metallic used in earlier models. A light sandrift lower accent complements each color.
"With this edition, the Abboud influence shines through in a more dramatic way,"said Hines. "Our relationship has been an extraordinary way to emphasize Regal's casual side of luxury and to further blend style and performance for Regal owners."