Kuala Lumpur, 3 February 2009 – Malaysian luxury automobile manufacturer Bufori is pleased to announce its participation in the Top Gear Live World Tour, with appearances scheduled in Sydney, Australia, from 5 to 8 February 2009, and Hong Kong from 20 to 22 February 2009.
The company’s distinctive Bufori MKIII La Joya will be showcased in the Prestige & Performance Gallery, alongside some of the world’s most exciting luxury, exotic and high-performance automobiles. Accessible to all Top Gear Live ticket holders, the exhibition will provide motoring enthusiasts with an opportunity to discover Bufori’s unique combination of traditional craftsmanship, contemporary-classic styling and modern automotive engineering.
Bufori’s participation in Hong Kong will mark the brand’s first official appearance in the territory, an important milestone in the company’s continued international expansion. Two examples of the handcrafted MKIII La Joya are being specially shipped to Hong Kong for the occasion, allowing thousands of visitors to experience the meticulous craftsmanship, luxurious appointments and distinctive design of the Malaysian-built luxury coupé.
The Hong Kong debut represents an opportunity for Bufori to introduce its automobiles to one of Asia’s most sophisticated luxury markets, where individuality, exclusivity and exceptional craftsmanship are highly valued.
In Australia, Bufori’s participation holds particular significance. Founded in Sydney in 1986, the company has maintained strong ties with its country of origin despite subsequently relocating its manufacturing operations to Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Following successful appearances at the Australian International Motor Shows in Sydney in 2007 and 2008, Bufori will now return to the city for an entirely different automotive experience.
The inaugural Australian Top Gear Live event promises to combine spectacular driving performances, entertainment and an exclusive exhibition of some of the world’s most desirable automobiles. When approached by the organisers, Bufori welcomed the opportunity to participate in an event that celebrates the excitement, passion and individuality of motoring.
The Bufori MKIII La Joya, whose name means “The Jewel” in Spanish, embodies the company’s philosophy of creating distinctive, individually handcrafted luxury motor cars. Inspired by the elegant automobiles of the 1930s, the two-seater coupé combines timeless styling with modern engineering, advanced technology and luxurious interior appointments.
Every La Joya is individually built at Bufori’s manufacturing facility in Kuala Lumpur, allowing owners to personalise their automobiles with an extensive selection of exterior finishes, fine leathers, bespoke materials and individual details.
For Bufori, Top Gear Live represents an ideal platform to showcase its automobiles among other prestigious international marques while engaging directly with passionate motoring enthusiasts.
The company is particularly pleased to be associated with the internationally recognised Top Gear brand, whose popularity and distinctive approach to automotive entertainment have attracted audiences around the world.
With appearances in both Sydney and Hong Kong, Bufori continues to strengthen its international presence while promoting Malaysian automotive craftsmanship to discerning customers in established and emerging luxury markets.
About Top Gear Live
Top Gear Live is an action-packed automotive theatre show adapted from the BBC’s internationally acclaimed and award-winning television programme, Top Gear.
Combining spectacular driving sequences, precision stunts, special effects and the trademark humour of its presenters, Top Gear Live brings the excitement of the television programme directly to audiences in a unique live entertainment format.
Following the launch of the World Tour in London in October 2008, the show will make its Australian debut at Sydney’s Acer Arena from 5 to 8 February 2009, followed by performances at the Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre from 20 to 22 February 2009.
Presenters Jeremy Clarkson and Richard Hammond, together with the mysterious racing driver The Stig, will entertain audiences with a series of spectacular automotive challenges, precision driving demonstrations and the irreverent humour for which the programme has become famous.
The Sydney event will feature ten performances over four days, while Hong Kong will host seven performances over three days. Each 75-minute live show promises an entertaining combination of
