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."