2005 Jeep Grand Cherokee by STARTECH
(from Startech / Brabus
Press Release) The third generation of the Jeep Grand Cherokee
is on its way to Europe and STARTECH ( www.startech.de ) already
presents an exclusive customization program at the AMI 2005 in
Leipzig. The extensive product lineup is characterized by
professional engineering and innovative design – but that's not all:
One of the most important traits of all components is the
extraordinary high level of quality 'made in Germany.'
At first glance the STARTECH Monostar IV 9Jx20 light-alloy wheels
command attention. The
striking five-spoke wheels lend the new Grand Cherokee a more
exclusive appearance. But what's
even more important is the more agile handling with further
increased safety reserves that results
from mounting Yokohama tires in size 265/40 ZR 20 in front and in
size 295/40 ZR 20 on the rear
axle.
The STARTECH suspension kit is specifically calibrated to the use of
sporty low-profile tires and
lowers the ride height of the SUV by some 40 millimeters. The
resulting lowered center of gravity
further improves turning characteristics.
The exclusive looks of the American 4x4 are not subject to the
20-inch STARTECH wheels alone.
The STARTECH designers also developed body components that are as
functional as they are
attractive.
The front of the new Grand Cherokee exudes added individuality with
the strikingly styled
STARTECH front apron. Its counterpart in the rear is a custom
STARTECH rear apron with two
cutouts for the characteristic oval-shaped chrome tailpipes of the
STARTECH sport exhaust
system. The fully stainless steel exhaust system is available for
all engine variants of the Grand
Cherokee. It optimizes power yield and produces a more powerful
engine sound. STARTECH
performance kits for the various Grand Cherokee engines are under
development.
The sides of the five-door are refined with STARTECH door sills with
integrated LED lights. These
entrance lights are activated via the standard keyless-entry remote
or by pulling on the door
handles, facilitating safe entering and exiting of the vehicle in
the dark.
Exclusive interior design is yet another STARTECH specialty that is
also available for the new
Jeep Grand Cherokee. The STARTECH list of accessories ranges from an
ergonomically shaped
sport steering wheel covered with the finest leather to polished
stainless-steel sill plates with
illuminated STARTECH logo.
Requests for even more individualization are answered by the
company-own upholstery shop in
the form of STARTECH Executive Design interiors. These interiors
comprise seats upholstered
with the finest leathers as well as custom leather-upholstered
inserts for door panels, dashboard
and center armrest. Chrome surrounds for the front and rear
loudspeakers add further visual
highlights as do the wood-design trim strip for the dashboard, the
leather-clad gearshift knob and
emergency brake lever as well as the door-lock pins made from
polished aluminum.