Satisfying the demands of a wide variety of drivers is a top priority for the all-new 2013 Honda Accord, which will get the job done with traditional, hybrid and plug-in hybrid powertrains—and a surprising sinister streak that was on full display at the 2012 SEMA Show in Las Vegas. That’s the country’s most important industry-only show dedicated to the automotive aftermarket, and this year, it featured two specially tuned-up Accords.
The first, from Bisimoto Engineering, puts a Grand Touring spin on the new Accord Coupe with a Progress Technology coil-over suspension and sway bar for a Euro-tuned ride along with a Nitrous Express chemical supercharger system for “you’re kidding me” acceleration. Rocking more than 400 hp, the car also gets upgrades like a Buddy Club Racing Spec brake kit and aluminum wheels, ground effects body pieces from Honda Factory Performance, Falken tires, a Carbon Creations rear wing, and a host of enhancements from Bisimoto itself, ranging from a cat-back exhaust system to GT3 racing seats.
The second Accord at SEMA puts a little more focus on “show” rather than “go,” as to be expected when the build was overseen by DSO Eyewear and MAD Industries, a top purveyor of extreme sportswear and accessories. The slick sedan doesn’t get a fancy name, but it does wear some fancy duds—in this case a White Orchid Pearl exterior finish that is highlighted by a Matte Blue Metallic wrap from 3M Scotchprint. The cockpit then coddles occupants with premium Suedezkin and Katzkin leathers, 3M-wrapped accents to match the look of the exterior, and a Lightning Audio premium sound system.
Courtesy of Honda in the News
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