While several automakers are producing new models with a sporty edge, Kia has released five vehicles that are individually tailored to specific athletic sports. How exactly can a vehicle be designed for a sport? Allow Arapahoe Kia to explain. At SEMA 2011, Kia unveiled concept models for vehicles designed with fanatics of the following athletic activities in mind: basketball, golf, hockey, surfing and speed-racing.
First in the lineup came the Blake Griffin Optima Hybrid, an NBA themed ride complete with a basketball inspired paint job, court-like flooring and Pop-a-Shot hoop game attached to the trunk. For those who prefer a much smaller ball, Kia created a Kia Soul Hole-In-One based off the pro-golf styling of Michelle Wie. This model displays five-spoke, 20-inch wheels, So Blue coloring, and custom decals which take a cue from Wie's own golf bag collection. Moving onto the ice, the Hat Trick Forte 5-door will grab the attention of hockey fans with an ice-metallic gray paint job, blue alloy wheels and convenient hockey stick holder. To balance out the chilly-themed vehicle, Kia also devised a sun-inspired car in the form of a Retro Surf Rio 5-door. And lastly, all B-spec racers will appreciate the Rio 5-door that Kia prepped specifically for the upcoming Sports Car Club of America racing series.
While the automaker's creative design minds are certainly capable of most anything, Kia did receive a bit of helping in bringing the aforementioned models to life. West Coast Customs shop lent a hand in the development of both the Blake Griffin Optima Hybrid as well as the Kia Soul Hole-In-One. Though these two models, as well as the rest, aren't yet slated for actual production, Arapahoe Kia will let you know as soon as we hear word.
To learn more about the sport inspired Kia concepts, feel free to contact us online or stop by 9400 East Arapahoe Greenwood Village, CO 80112 and talk with us in person. Also, feel free to check out our current lineup of new Kia models and let us know what you think! Dealer is dedicated to helping you in any way we can.