Larte Designs exists to make top of the line cars — or, more specifically elite SUVs, look even better with their advanced tuning kits.
In part one of our look at Larte and U.S. Sales Manager Roman Pitsil, we learned the basics of the tuning business. Here in part two, Pitsil ventures into more specifics and
Crave Online: What’s your most popular kit?
Roman Pitsil: Our most popular kit is Infiniti QX80 – LR3.
The most striking element is the body kit’s new radiator grille that features interwoven “V” shapes with matte-black accents giving the illusion that the grille is extending to the bottom edge of the front spoiler. The kit also includes tailpipes with chrome attachments, LED daylight running lights, fog-lights and reflectors which bind all the design elements into a comprehensive bold image. The front bumper optimally distributes the air flow, improving ventilation of the engine compartment and stability of the vehicle at high speeds. The diffuser in the rear bumper serves the same purpose, creating an area of low pressure and increased down force. All original parts are designed to improve safety — headlight washer system and parking sensors remain on the places specified by the manufacturer.
We believe that QX80 – LR3 has gained popularity first and foremost due to its aggressive whilst elegant look.
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Specifically for Lexus and your new Alligator, those cars are not often associated with tuning and tricked out performance? What’s the reception been?
It is relatively new product by LARTE Design, and you are right, Lexus is not often associated with tuning. However we decided to take a chance and introduce our own interpretation of the eight-passenger luxury SUV. Considering the first response from the market we were right to take that chance.
Our target audience enthusiastically embraced the expressive design of the new Lexus Alligator.
We strived to leave the powerful Japanese SUV familiar, preserve the unique trapezoid grating, but gracefully insert an extra light, color, shadows and slots. The new feature which was highly appreciated by clients is a new sound, now with the touch of a button the aggressive SUV is heard with more power and strength.
Designed with a sense of animalistic attraction in mind, the aggressive, yet elegantly understated Alligator kit by LARTE Design adds a number of luxury options to the spacious LX 570. The complex body kit is made of high-quality fiber-glass, includes a custom trapezoid-shaped grille, modified front and rear bumpers, Larte’s Logo-shield and an exhaust system with electric valve control tail pipes.
Distinctive aesthetic highlights include irregular edges, slants and pointed sides, combined with crisp lines and a masculine stance, making a powerful appearance. Larte Design’s Alligator kit meets the highest technical standards and includes components from renowned manufacturers such as Nolden who supplied the LED daytime running lights and Austrian supplier Remus, who provided the kit’s rhomboid exhaust pipes dressed in gleaming chrome. Additionally, Larte uses color to add Alligator-styled detailing to the kit. Under the front guard, a chromium brace is painted in martial black to accent surrounding lights and air inlets, and sits on specialized wheels.
We have high hopes for the Lexus Alligator and believe that our customers will appreciate the aggressive style and distinctive design of the body kit.
