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Bufori Geneva almost Australian global debut

By George Skentzos |

The Geneva motor show has played host to the global debut of a new model from former Australian luxury car builder, Bufori.

Developed under the code name “Bufori MKVI”, the new car was presented with its official title – the Bufori Geneva – named after the city it was launced in.

Brothers Anthony, George and Gerry Khouri, who together founded the company, made the long trek all the way to Geneva with their latest model to stand up and be noticed on the world stage.

“We have decided to name this new Bufori model after the city it was launched in, as this occasion marks an important milestone in our company history. We also wanted to pay tribute to the 80th edition of this fantastic motor show and the beautiful city of Geneva,” says Chairman and Co-Founder, Anthony Khouri.

Despite having moved its operations to Malaysia, the Bufori Geneva remains as Australia’s own take on the ultra-luxury automobile, combining classic design elements with modern technology such as integrated bi-xenon headlamps and LED rear lights.

It is powered by a 6.1-litre hemi V8 engine which produces peak power of 320kW and 586Nm, with power sent to the rear wheels via an adaptive automatic transmission and limited slip differential.

Gerry Khouri, Managing Director and Co-Founder of BUFORI said “This new model marks an important milestone in the company’s history. This new model, introduces the first of a new generation of BUFORI vehicles. We have been developing this new model for close to 2 years and are proud of our achievements.”

Bufori estimates that its Geneva model will accelerate from zero to 100km/h in less than six seconds and on to a top speed of more than 260km/h.

An optional supercharger package is also available which boosts peak power to more than 417kW and 690Nm.

Inside, the Bufori Geneva has been built to be equally luxurious as any Rolls-Royce or Bentley, even offering a fine tea set with instant boiling water and sink, an Espresso coffee maker or even an ice box.

A state-of-the-art and comprehensive multimedia system provides high-definition surround sound and a choice of up to three touch screen monitors scattered throughtout the cabin.

Its bespoke, semi-monocoque body has been made from a unique hybrid carbon fibre and kevlar material infused with vinylester resin, which offers superior strength while still being lightweight.

The Bufori Geneva is not short on technology either, featuring ABS, EBD, Brake Assist, Traction Control, Steering Angle Control and Adaptive Cruise Control.

Each example of the Bufori Geneva is individually hand-crafted for each owner, taking more than 6,000 hours to complete at the manufacturing facility in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.

Production will start in June 2010, offered to customers in key markets such as Europe, Asia, Middle East and eventually North America.


 
  • Golfschwein

    Imagine the lift at 260 km/h! Any word on a safety star rating?

  • Michael

    That is super ugly.

    • Baddass

      That it is. At least the engine sounds interesting (especially the supercharged version!) but I could get a 300C SRT-8 for much less. The company’s other model the LaJoya has an incredibly luxurious interior, but the rest of the package is a joke. Old Hyundai 2.7 V6, 4-speed auto, styling of a ’30′s cruiser in a new car, and it’s all yours for $130,000!

    • Valet Dabess

      don’t say that, mafia will come after you

      • Baddass

        Surely they’d prefer a SRT-8!

  • xr2

    from the front axle back I like it, from the same position forward ugly stick and a whole tree.

  • A.S

    0-100 in less than 3 seconds in a RWD car that is as luxurious as a Rolls? Bit ambitious with their estimates i think…

    Having said that i love the retro design!

    • http://www.caradvice.com.au George Skentzos

      My mistake, should have read six seconds. All fixed.

  • http://Audi Robj

    Who would buy and be seen in this? horrid…

  • Omale

    If Rolls Royce or Bentley did a reinterpretation of this, then we’d have a winner.

  • Josh

    Looks so much like a pimp mobile hahaha

  • Tom22

    I cannot imagine any rich person wanting a no name, Australian design, Malaysian built kit car with zero heritage or prestige.

  • Shak

    Thats a reasonable price considering the amount of tech and handcrafting that goes into this thing. Not saying i’d have one because its really ugly, but its ok as a Rival to a Bentley, not Rolls-Royce.

  • Johnny2step

    All it needs is a lance protruding from the side and its set for jousting!

  • Will

    Reminds me of a Riley complete with an espresso coffee maker. What a bargain!

  • Nicko

    Style wise it reminds me of the Packard Twelve concept car. At least it’s something different from the all the mass produced vehicles out there. None of the established manufacturers are making truly unique cars anymore as a consequence of industry consolidation and organisational attempts to gain economies of scale. At least Bufori are trying to take the industry in a new direction. I think they will quite successfully carve out a profitable niche for themselves within the global car industry in time.