Buick GL8 Avenir by Kantoworks with Airride!

Recently updated on February 23, 2022 at 11:01 am

In China, the traditional US brand Buick is represented in almost all segments. Not only limousines and SUV models, but also the MPVs, i.e. medium-sized and large vans, which are so popular in China, are offered there. Of course, these are also gladly modified, because the general trend in China is towards tuning cars. Not only sporty limousines, station wagons and coupés are in demand, but also vehicles that are considered unsportsmanlike in this country, namely Vans, a Buick GL8 Avenir, the one from the tuning workshop Kantoworks from Guangzhou, China, we would like to present it to you in more detail today.

Deep box with character!

Rather unusual and exaggerated for Europe, should be excessive Chrome jewelry good manners in China. the fat one chrome grill including various decorative strips and slats is even standard and was not retrofitted by Kantoworks. The tuning crew thought that the ground clearance and ride height of the large van would have to be significantly reduced. So it was decided to do one Airride chassis from SCC Air, using a Airlift Performance 3h control can be set individually from the cockpit.

In order not only to look sportier and more dynamic, but also to convey a noble and chic impression, the Buick GL8 Avenir got additional new ones Rims lost. The wheel set chosen is 21-inch aluminum from MMX, whose model name is KT-30. The classically elegant rims with a wiry multi-spoke look, gray finish and shiny silver tread are a perfect match for the prettied colossus. Also at the rear, and there especially at the exhaust pipes, you will find shiny chrome optics in abundance. So you can see that the Buick van was tailored to the Chinese car market. However, the modifications to the vehicle would also be well received in Europe, and the Buick GL8 Avenir would certainly be an attraction at an open-brand meeting.

2-litre turbo petrol engine powers the wall unit

If you thought for a moment that a large-volume V8 petrol engine might be doing its job in the vehicle, we unfortunately have to disappoint you. A 2-liter turbocharged gasoline engine with tight 253 PS and over 350 Newton meters provides propulsion. Power is transmitted to the front wheels via a nine-speed automatic transmission, and the top speed is impressive at 210 km/h. With this trumm you can also have a comfortable and fast game on the autobahn.

Our verdict on the Buick GL8 Avenir:

Kantoworks did a great job of giving the big Buick MPV more dynamism. The Chinese have done this well. We have added a picture gallery to the article again at the end. If we get more information about the changes, there is of course an update for this report. You will be informed about this if you simply use our Feed subscribe to. Have fun watching the pictures and stay true to us!

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Buick GL8 Avenir by Kantoworks with Airride!
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