Subaru Shows Off Unique Liveried Cars For Malaysia’s Tokyo Auto Salon KL

This year’s Tokyo Auto Salon Kuala Lumpur (TAS KL) set to take place from November 8–10, at the Malaysian International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC), will feature a special display from TC Subaru. Subaru dealers, partners, and media representatives were given a glimpse of the presentation today at APW Bangsar.

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Two distinctive Subaru liveries applied to the Subaru BRZ and Subaru WRX by Motorsport Playground will be the main attractions of the TAS KL presentation. They will be accompanied by a limited-edition streetwear line by Pestle & Mortar Clothing (PMC).

Subaru’s special bespoke liveries are a fusion of Malaysian heritage and Japanese engineering. The elaborate Songket prints and Bunga Raya designs, which take the place of the customary sakura (cherry blossom) flowers, are included in the special liveries, which reflect traditional Malaysian craftsmanship and cultural history.

Inspired by geometric designs and rich symbolism, this spectacular fusion gives these classic cars a unique local touch while showcasing the best of both worlds.

Subaru also competed in a time attack challenge at the Petronas Sepang International Circuit to test the car’s pace and handling. As expected they were superb. A 6-speed manual BRZ and a CVT-fitted WRX, both driven by professional racing driver Freddie Ang, clocked a time of 2:42.211, while the WRX was just behind with a 2:43.472.

Punters will be glad to hear that T-shirts and racing shirts are part of an exclusive clothing collection that Subaru and PMC have co-developed. Each piece, which combines traditional and modern design elements, will cost RM139 for t-shirts and RM299 for racing shirts when it is sold at the next TAS KL.

CARLIST THOUGHTS

I’m so glad to see Subaru coming out of their comfort zone and experimenting with colors, art and heritage to create some rather impactful liveries. I have been suggesting to Subaru designers for years to be more adventurous with styling and colors as the brand has a tendency to stick to the conservative. 

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