'iQ' - Compact car receiving intense interest of the world Production of iQ GAZOO version is being in progress!!

image of iQ GAZOO version

There had been a much talked-about topic that the iQ GAZOO version is being produced. Following such rumor, what the GAZOO editor team witnessed was...

After completion of the suspension check, the iQ is now ready for exterior body coating!

Once the "seasoning" for its underbody was checked, the GAZOO version was once again brought back to the plant for exterior body coating.
Although the taste of calligraphy-brush was likely to follow the original GAZOO car, ALTEZZA RS250, the design with dice-like motif looked very well-suited to the iQ.
Also, its stout, lowered body was shown up quite nicely by such exterior design.

Front Rear

iQ GAZOO Version - Exterior

Looking down on the roof top, one red spot gives an accent, adding the character to its shape as the exterior design is full of originality. From the front, the GAZOO version looks much more powerful.  Together with the effect of aero parts, a touch of firmness was added to the iQ's charming outlook. This is the view from the left. The attractive design emphasizes the flowing brush running across the unique curve of the iQ' body. This is the view from the right. The design including the calligraphy-brush, aluminum wheels and the lowered body synergistically creates the fearless, sporty image. The car looks stout from the rear. Quite a makeover from its original nimble image to the stable, heavy impression resulted from the lowered body and the aero parts. The unique center muffler further emphasizes its sporty looks.

In addition, some interior "seasoning" was given in preparation for the shakedown scheduled within days.
At this point, such "seasoning" was done only for the seats and seatbelts; however, additional "seasoning" for the instrument panel and the steering wheel were to be done.

iQ GAZOO Version - Interior

Body Harness with 4 Vehicle Attachment Points by WILLANS: This is a must item to ensure the safety.  This particular type can be used with HANS. The same harness was used for the 'Vitz turbo MN'. Bucket Seat by RECARO The GAZOO version has the same type of bucket seats as the Vitz turbo MN but in a different color Sinking into the seat slightly more deeply, the driver feels wrapped around and united with the vehicle.
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