Revolution of a classic: Icon Chevrolet Suburban Restomod with 1.000 HP!

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When looking at current Restomods our time stands out 70s Chevrolet Suburban Reformer from Icon as a technical sensation. Icon known for dreamlike Restorations classic vehicles, was created under the direction of Jonathan Ward a Unique, which combines classic shapes with the latest technology. The Re-form is not only Icon's first Suburban project, but it is also a vehicle that comes with a BiTurbo 427 V8 engine is stocked and crazy 1.000 PS and 1.220 NM torque generated. The idea of ​​the vehicle is from the works of the European designer and architect Ludwig Mies van der Rohe inspired by its minimalism Steel and glass is known. An approach that... paradoxically but not reflected in the slightest in the performance hidden under the hood.

Chevrolet Suburban restomod

A pair of Nelson Racing Engines BiTurbo Alien LS 427 V8 is the heart of the monster, which does its job reliably even when cruising in the city and with the air conditioning on. The power is transmitted via a 4L85-E automatic transmission with overdrive function, while a custom-made one Art Morrison Suspension with Independent suspension , and a Dana 60 Nodular rear axle differential ensure that the immense power is brought onto the road in a controlled manner at all times. The delay is also taken over by powerful people Brembo high-performance brakeswho are in horror HRE Performance Rims with ZR tires hide and perfectly complement the Suburban's dark gray exterior and the black accents around the windows.

Front grill made from an aluminum block

Almost every element of the Suburban was designed by Icon according to customer requirements adjusted. That's how they became Door handles individually manufactured, and the Knopf to open the driver's door bears the initials of a family member of the customer who was at GM at the time the original was manufactured Assembly line worked. The design of front Grill became one 6061 billet aluminum block custom-made and one of the most noticeable changes is of course the installation of one fourth door on actually three-door Suburban. The complex change was a special request from the customer and is a novelty for the vehicle, which in its standard form from 1970 only ever had three doors.

the project cost around $1,1 million

And the Interior has of course been redesigned with just as much attention to detail, with the seats having a Tempur-Pedic-like finish Foam material and Italian Manager are related. The owner also took the unique piece to a specialized workshop to create an individual one Speaker system without traditional Head unit, but with Voice control and controls to be installed on the rearview mirror. Of course, all the modifications and technical refinements come at a price: converting the 1970 classic costs around $ 1,1 million. Viewing the vehicle publicly will soon be possible when it makes its debut at the “Icons of Design”exhibition on November 19th at the Hagerty Garage + Social Van Nuys location.

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Icon Chevrolet Suburban Restomod “Reformer”:

• Model: 1970 Chevrolet Suburban, custom-built by Icon (label: “1970 Reformer”)
• Motor: BiTurbo Alien LS 427 from Nelson Racing Engines
• Performance: 1.000 PS (746 kW / 1.014 hp)
• torque: 900 lb-ft (1.220Nm)
• Transmission: 4L85-E automatic with overdrive
• Chassis: Custom-made by Art Morrison, independent suspension (four-link rear suspension, etc.)
• rear axle: Dana 60 nodular
• Brakes: High-performance Brembo brake system (six pistons front and rear)
• bicycles: Gray HRE rims, ZR tires (were custom-made)
• Exterior: Dark gray paint, black accents around the windows
• front Grill: Custom made from 6061 aluminum (billet)
• Doors: Converted from three to four doors
• Interior: Seats with Tempur-Pedic-like foam and Italian leather, Interior lighting also new
• Audio: no head unit, control via voice commands and buttons on the rearview mirror
• The project took thousands of hours of work and several years
• Details, like Exterior handles, grill, rear view mirror, interior details etc., redesigned
• The initials “VF” on the driver’s handle are a tribute to the customer’s uncle who worked at GM
• Vehicle has a completely new one Electrics , and a high quality audio system
• power windows are electric and can be operated by double tapping the crank
• filler cap redesigned and now made of aluminum and painted in the body color
• Air conditioning is from Vintage Air
• Body revised in many areas to achieve a modern fit and finish
• Price: About $1 million

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