Black Crystal – Automobiles Review

LARTE Design launching the outstanding Mercedes GLS Black Crystal

Visitors of Moscow International Auto Show see for the first time the unique project

LARTE Design made a blast at the Moscow International Automobile Salon (MIAS) with the reveal of the long-awaited Mercedes GLS Black Crystal project. The vehicle looks imposing with its masculine stance, which has been enhance via more than 50 additional parts, made from exclusive materials like the lightweight carbon fiber and basalt. In addition, the tuning studio did some special painting works, further adding to the strong image of the modified Mercedes GLS.

After waiting a significant amount of time to see the first photographs of the SUV, we now get to see them and we feel kind of impressed. A lot of craftsmanship is involved here and more importantly, the result is of a stand-out vehicle.

To go further into details, the new front bumper has features like the carbon fiber inserts and splitter. On its right and left sides we see harmoniously blended elements – the Black Crystal Swarovski, symbolizing the name of the pack. In addition, the radiator grille is adorned by carbon fiber and the logo of the company in the form of a horseshoe.

2016 LARTE Design Mercedes-Benz GLS Black Crystal front view

The sides have been widened and also feature carbon inserts. The lightweight material is to be all over the car, for instance: the rear bumper which features carbon inserts or the all-carbon dual exhaust tips.

What is more, as mentioned there is another very strong and extremely light in weight material used in this project. It is namely the basalt, which has been made by vacuum infusion technology. By the sides of the Mercedes GLS Black Crystal stood the V-class Black Crystal vehicle, which features a tuning that shows how one can beautifully transform a minivan like this.

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August 29, 2016

LARTE Design offers new tuning pack for the popular Mercedes-Benz V-Class Black Crystal project

The extras included make the V-class Black Crystal the perfect luxury family car for business people

This week has started with the announcement of LARTE Design’s Mercedes GLS Black Crystal, which will be revealed at the Moscow International Automobile Salon (MIAS) on August 24th. But besides this exclusive project, the Russian tuner is about to show there all emblematic vehicles in its portfolio, including the Tesla Model S Elizabeta and the V-class Black Crystal. By the way, the latter has received some additional updates, and now LARTE is introducing them ahead of the show at the end of the month.

On the pictures in the galley you will see a white variant of the LARTE Design’s Mercedes-Benz V-class Black Crystal. The pictures have been taken in a lovely place in front of an American styled house, depicting the perfect and harmonious atmosphere.

As you know, if you have followed the projects of the tuners, the bespoke van is the perfect companion for long-distance business trips, VIP-shuttling and management level meetings. But it is also great for family trips with kids; and this is entirely due to the space and comfortability it offers.

Mercedes-Benz V-Class Black Crystal by Larte Design front view

The appearance of this V-Class Black Crystal is also something to ponder on. It is striking: looking like a precious diamond and attracting the glances of everyone. But it couldn’t be otherwise. Just look at its expressive body design and forms, offering refined and stylish performance.

This of course is due to some extra add-ons, including the in-house made brand-new front and rear bumpers, new radiator grill with LARTE horseshoe logo on it. The tuning pack also includes side sills and stainless steel tail-pipes. And if you wonder why this project is named Black Crystal, it is because of the two black Swarovski crystals embedded in the front bumper. The iconic for the tuning company look is rounded out by the stunning LED daytime running lights. All parts are made of composite materials, while just some elements are covered with carbon fiber. This white version of the V-class Black Crystal by LARTE Design is the perfect vehicle for those wanting to express their high status and at the same time bring the home on the road.

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August 12, 2016

LARTE Design reveals more details about the new mystical Black Crystal project

LARTE Design Mercedes-Benz GLS Black Crystal rear view second teaser

This image shows the blackout variant of what we have previewed as the latest Black Crystal in LARTE Design’s family. Although we have been left with the impression that the new vehicle will be white, it seems that there is a variant in the opposite color. Whether LARTE will keep both color versions stay unclear.

What we know so far is that the project, which will be exhibited at the MIAS event in Moscow, is based on the new Mercedes GLS. The Russian studio says that its new project is a marvelous new tuning car, which features a brand new tuning kit.

Precisely, the latter comprises of a front and rear bumpers with carbon fibre inserts. Since we have only received the image of the rear, what we can spot is that it looks very massive, sporty and aggressive due to the addition of the huge air diffuser, four extraordinary exhaust pipes and a lot of carbon fiber elements.

Keeping it a secret, the front is said to have a brand new bumper with masculine lines and a new radiator grill sporting the LARTE horseshow logo. At the sides, there will be new side pads which are reminiscent of tuner’s variant of the amazing Mercedes GL Black Crystal. Carbon shielded air intakes will adorn the fenders.

Besides the GLS Crystal, LARTE Design will basically exhibit its entire portfolio, including the business road-jet Mercedes V-Class Black Crystal and the “electrifying” Tesla Model S Elizabeta. There are rumors that the V-Class will appear with a brand-new front and rear bumpers made of composite materials and decorated with carbon fiber elements, so we are excited to see the change, too.

Moscow International Automobile Salon (MIAS) opens gates on 24th of August and closes on 4th of September. LARTE Design’s booth is located in hall 3 (pav.13, booth B106).

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August 9, 2016

Larte Design redefines luxurious experience with special VIP Black Crystal V-Class

Larte Design Mercedes-Benz V-Class Black Crystal has been introduced for the first time this year back in the end of January. However, we received details only regarding the interior of the car, which stunned us with its vast luxurious cabin, high-quality materials and ambient atmosphere. In other words, this V-Class promised to be an example of maximum level of comfort and individuality for VIP persons… or whoever can afford it.

It is now time, to reveal the rest of the van – its exterior and the reason why its name is “Black Crystal”. The idea behind the design pack is to make the ultimate luxurious “business jet on wheels”. And the aim was to show that passengers can experience high level of wellbeing.

The details about the interior are featured in the link above, and here we are going to review the exterior changes made to this beautifully styled van. It features expressive and unique body design, which previews perfect refinement and clarity of lines.

Larte Design Mercedes-Benz V-Class Black Crystal rear view

At the front and rear we see brand new bumpers, which are made of composite materials and decorated with carbon fiber elements. And here is the biggest secret: there are two black Swarovski crystals embedded in the front bumper, which symbolize the name of the tuning package.

Furthermore, the exterior of the V-Class includes the latest developments in optics, namely fog lamps with dual optical elements. In addition, the LARTE Black Crystal features LED daytime running lights, which have become a typical design feature of the company.

All in all, the Black Crystal V-Class is the perfect instance how one can excellently combine comfort, aesthetics and luxury.

Larte Design Mercedes-Benz V-Class Black Crystal interior

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April 28, 2016

Larte Design Previews Exterior Details of Mercedes-Benz V-Class Black Crystal

Larte Design Mercedes-Benz V-Class Black Crystal Front VIew Do you remember when we talked about Larte Design’s Mercedes-Benz V-Class Black Crystal Project shown a month ago? Well, the tuning company is “teasing” it again before its official premiere at the Geneva Motor Show next week. In fact, the Russian brand has revealed the exterior pictures of the model, which you can view in the gallery below after the pictures of the interior.

The vehicle basically expresses the way Larte Design experts envision the future of luxury business trips. If you ask why, then they would probably tell you: “because a tailor-made van might be an even better choice than a limousine because it can offer the comfort level of a premium private plane”.

Based on the Mercedes V-Class, the van offers huge space inside and the ultimate comfort level. The name Black Crystal is not coincidental. It actually pays homage to the identically named Mercedes GL-Class, which like a precious diamond attracts attention with its luxurious body and refined performance.

Larte Design Mercedes-Benz V-Class Black Crystal Side View

In the case of the V-Class, the Black Crystal pack adds new front and rear bumpers made of composite materials. For more expressive effect, they have been decorated with carbon elements. By the way, the front bumper has two inlaid crystals, which even further link the car to the name of the tuning kit.

Other updates here include: fog lights with dual optical element, LED daytime running lights and a set of business wheels. We can’t skip the logo with the company’s horseshoe, which (as the brand says) is a symbol of good luck and serves as a talisman to the owner.

We have spoken about the interior in the previous article linked above. In short, it complements the exterior perfectly with its luxurious surfaces and has been created by Klassen.

Larte Design Mercedes-Benz V-Class Black Crystal will be displayed in Geneva at booth # 5042.