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	Fisker Latigo CS - RSportsCars.com
		Coachbuilding is an art form,“ explains Henrik Fisker, CEO Fisker Coachbuild.
		Fisker Coachbuild works with a hand-picked team of classic car body builders, wheelers, panel beaters, wing makers, and fender manufacturers who are highly skilled in their work with aluminum, steel, stainless steel, carbon fiber and magnesium alloy.
		Fisker Coachbuild is a privately owned company with the majority held by the founders Henrik Fisker (Chief Executive Officer) and Bernhard Koehler (Chief Operating Officer).
	www.rsportscars.com /eng/cars/fisker_latigo_cs.asp (567 words)

	Fisker Tramonto - RSportsCars.com
		The Fisker Coachbuild 2006 Tramonto is a sculpted statement of exotic, two-seat, open-air motoring.
		The Fisker Tramonto’s stunning front silhouette is similar to this sleek jet aircraft, with the large center opening tying into the fuselage and the two wings expanding from the mouth.
		Fisker Coachbuild has teamed with Kleemann, the world’s leader in Kompressor (supercharger) technology for Mercedes-Benz, to create the Fisker/Kleemann 610-bhp supercharged 5.5-liter V8 with a 0-60 mph in just 3.6 seconds.
	www.rsportscars.com /eng/cars/fisker_tramonto.asp (874 words)

	Fisker Tramonto by Fisker Coachbuild (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-02)
		Details on the second Fisker are being kept under wraps (aside from assurances that it will share the sexy FA-22 Raptor fighter-jet-inspired grille design), but again, we've been promised more information in Germany.
		As the Coachbuild badge suggests, these will be true exotics; essentially built-to-order, with a high degree of customer customization likely.
		Henrik Fisker, recently of Ford's Global Advanced Design Studio fame, is the man responsible for Aston Martins such as the DB-9 and the AM-V8 Vantage, as well as BMW's sleek Z8 roadster.
	www.roadfly.com /magazine/18/fisker_tramonto.html (318 words)

	Fisker Coachbuild Shows First Two Vehicles at IAA in Frankfurt - Automobile.com BMW Auto News
		Fisker will continue to influence the automotive world through his own project firm called Fisker Coachbuild, once again in the ultra-exotic supercar segment.
		Fisker has chosen the IAA in Frankfurt, Germany to debut the company alongside its first two cars, the Tramonto roadster and Latigo CS grand touring coupe.
		Nearly every panel on the Tramonto is hand-made, allowing Fisker to express his styling on the SL with cues such as power vents on the front fenders, and an uncluttered tail with thin-format LED tail lamps, a carbon fiber diffuser and integrated exhaust tips.
	car-reviews.automobile.com /news/fisker-coachbuild-shows-first-two-vehicles-at-iaa-in-frankfurt/1432 (729 words)

	2006 Fisker Tramonto and Fisker Latigo CS - GermanCarFans.com
		Since the focus of Fisker Coachbuild is to create cars for the true automotive enthusiast, we have developed a company where the production process is built around the design – to blend emotion and performance more harmoniously than ever before.
		Fisker Coachbuild has teamed with Kleemann, the world’s leader in Kompressor (supercharger) technology for Mercedes-Benz, to create the Fisker/ Kleemann 610-bhp supercharged 5.5-liter V8 which delivers a 0-60 mph in just 3.6 seconds.
		Fisker Coachbuild has teamed with Kleemann, the world’s leader in Kompressor (supercharger) technology for Mercedes-Benz, to create the Fisker/Kleemann 610-hp supercharged 5.5-liter V8 with a 0-60 mph in just 3.6 seconds.
	www.germancarfans.com /print.cfm/ID/2050916.009/lang/eng (3725 words)

	New Fiskers Revive Coachbuilding - The Car Connection
		Fisker Coachbuild's partners provide virtually complete exterior and interior modules that are bolted or welded back on.
		When Fisker Coachbuild finishes up, the modified car is slightly wider, a wee bit shorter, and about an inch lower than the BMW original.
		Fisker is still finalizing a deal with a powertrain tuner, so engine details won't be available for awhile.
	www.thecarconnection.com /Auto_News/New_Fiskers_Revives_Coachbuilding.S156.A9220.html (1384 words)

	NBCSandiego.com - News - What Makes A Car Worth More Than $250K?
		Fisker chief executive officer Henrik Fisker, who was a top designer at BMW and Aston Martin, builds his cars on existing luxury platforms.
		KELLY MACK: Fisker refers to "sculpture" when describing the body of his cars and the "power dome" to indicate the force under the hood.
		HENRIK FISKER: The inspiration came from the F-A-22 Raptor which is an American fighter jet which basically has a very square fuselage with the wings coming out to the side.
	www.nbcsandiego.com /news/5393876/detail.html (609 words)

	Official Launch of New American Car Company: FISKER COACHBUILD, LLC.
		Fisker also held the prominent position of Director of Design for Aston Martin and sat as a member of the Board of Directors at Aston Martin since August 2001.
		Fisker was responsible for the Design of the Aston Martin DB-9, as well as the show-car and upcoming production car, the Aston Martin AM-V8 Vantage.
		Previous to his appointment at Designworks/USA in January 2000, Fisker was a designer for BMW AG, which is the design headquarter for BMW.
	www.theautochannel.com /news/2005/01/18/005921.html (954 words)

	Ken Gross Road Warrior Column: Fisker Coachbuild, LLC Rolls the Dice on a Classic Coachwork Revival (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-02)
		Henrik Fisker, whose credentials include top-level design stints at BMW and Aston Martin, where he penned the elegant BMW Z8 and Aston DB-9, respectively, wants to return to those halcyon coachbuilding days…but with a modern twist.
		The car goes directly to Fisker's Irvine, California, factory where it is stripped of bodywork and interior and its suspension is upgraded.
		The lusty V8 accelerates hard (Fisker claims 0-to-60 in 3.6 seconds, and a license-lifting top speed of 202 mph), with a purposely tuned deep, basso profundo rumble from its tailpipes that resembles a woolly American V8, albeit a quarter-million-dollar one.
	www.edmunds.com /insideline/do/Columns/articleId=107267 (1294 words)

	Aston's Designer Goes Solo - ForbesAutos.com
		Aston Martin subsidiary started his own car company, Fisker Coachbuild, in January, we wondered why the Danish-born prodigy appeared to be throwing away such a promising career for a startup business in one of the world's most competitive and expensive industries.
		Fisker used BMW's 6 Series as the basis for his Latigo CS coupe, and the Latigo's interior features a two-tone color scheme, instrument panel, center console and steering wheel that are hard to distinguish from those of the 6 Series.
		Fisker's first two vehicles are not enough to convince us that his old career was worth abandoning.
	www.forbesautos.com /news/headlines/2005/september/fdc092705-fisker.html (528 words)

	CatiaWorld News (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-02)
		Henrik Fisker and Bernhard Koehler announce the opening of a new luxury car company, Fisker Coachbuild, based in Southern California to appeal to the global market.
		The objective of Fisker Coachbuild is to combine beautiful design with existing world-class engineering.
		For Fisker Coachbuild it is all about emotion and design excellence".
	www.catiaworld.com /cwnews/view.asp?msgID=2943 (273 words)

	First Fiskers unveiled (updated) - Newswheel.com (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-02)
		Take Henrik Fisker, acclaimed designer of such tin-topped totty as the Aston Martin DB9 and V8 Vantage (not to mention the BMW Z8), add a choice slice of German-manufactured machinery, stir in some creative freedom and simmer over a low heat.
		Fisker Coachbuild has dished out pictures of its launch models, the Tramonto and Latigo CS, prior to their official Frankfurt show unveiling.
		Fisker has yet to provide details on the interior upgrades, but we doubt the Newport Beach, California-based upstart has the resources to tool up for comprehensive overhauls.
	www.newswheel.com /newswheel/stories/first-fiskers-unveiled.htm (442 words)

	FISKER COACHBUILD Introduces First Two Designs:TRAMONTO and LATIGO CS for 2006
		FRANKFURT, Germany, Sept. 13 The Auto Channel reported that Fisker Coachbuild announces its first two coachbuild designs at the Frankfurt International Auto Show.
		Since the focus of Fisker Coachbuild is to create cars for the true automotive enthusiast, we have developed a company where the production process is built around the design -- to blend emotion and performance more harmoniously than ever before.
		FISKER COACHBUILD has teamed with Kleemann, the world's leader in Kompressor (supercharger) technology for Mercedes-Benz, to create the FISKER/KLEEMANN 610-bhp supercharged 5.5-liter V8 which delivers a 0-60 mph in just 3.6 seconds.
	www.theautochannel.com /news/2005/09/13/142836.html (802 words)

	Fisker Coachbuild, Henrik Fisker's new company. - BMW Z8 Board
		The Fisker logo symbolizes the sun setting over the ocean; the "tramonto" name pays homage to this as it means sunset in Italian.
		The Fisker Tramonto’s stunning front silhouette is similar to this jet aircraft, with the large center opening tying into the fuselage and the two wings expanding from the mouth — truly distinctive.
		Below are some of my favorite pictures from our three day shoot laid out in a mock brochure form to give you a good idea of the cars, and what I did with them.
	www.bmwz8.us /vbb/showthread.php?p=999 (563 words)

	MSN Cars Frankfurt Auto Show (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-02)
		Henrik Fisker has been responsible for the designs of such car as the BMW Z8, Aston Martin DB9 and the upcoming Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
		Fisker Coachbuild was founded this past January by Fisker and Bernhard Koehler.
		The cost of the Fisker transformation is 110,000, but the original vehicle must be purchased as well.
	frankfurt.cars.msn.co.uk /49/news/view_171.htm (352 words)

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		The focus will be on designing and manufacturing exclusive high-end sports cars, which will be limited to 150 units per design and sold under the Fisker brand name.
		The designs will boast all of Fisker's creative efforts over the past 15 years in the auto industry and will incorporate a number of dynamic elements.
		Prospects will be called together at various events in order to gauge interest with production to commence during the second quarter 2006.
	www.blogger.com /email-post.g?blogID=8938767&postID=110634335011527140 (282 words)

	Kleemann Supply 2006 Fisker Tramonto Engine (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-02)
		Henrik Fisker, CEO of Fisker Coachbuild stated, “In preparing for our launch, we aimed to work with a partner for the the Tramonto that could deliver a performance package that would further enhance the Fisker Coachbuild experience.
		Torben Hartvig, CEO of Kleemann: “The team at Fisker Coachbuild are amongst the most experienced, skilled and well respected within the industry.
		The fact that Fisker has chosen us as their technology partner in a highly competitive market is proof that we can deliver what truly thrills customers.” The corporation with Fisker Coachbuild has been an exiting and highly valuable process for Kleemann.
	www.worldcarfans.com /tuners.cfm/tunerid/7050923.001 (733 words)

	Henrik Fisker launches new luxury sports car company (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-02)
		Jan 25, 2005 – Henrik Fisker and Bernhard Koehler have announced the opening of a new luxury car company, Fisker Coachbuild, based in Southern California to appeal to the global market.
		Fisker was also Director of Design for Aston Martin since August 2001, and was responsible for the Design of the Aston Martin DB-9, as well as the AM-V8 Vantage show-car and upcoming production car.
		Fisker was creative director of Ingeni – Ford Motor Company's London-based design and creativity center – from September 2001 through to August 2003.
	www.cardesignnews.com /news/2005/050125fisker-coachbuild (325 words)

	Fisker Coachbuild Announces Details on First Vehicle (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-02)
		Fisker Coachbuild is well on its way to a worldwide debut in
		In addition to Fisker and Koehler, the company now touts a Cristina Cheever as its Vice President of Marketing and Communications.
		Cristina was a key P.R. personnel for Aston Martin before making the jump to Fisker Coachbuild.
	www.motorsportscenter.com /printer_580.shtml (201 words)

	FISKER COACHBUILD, LLC. :: FISKER COACHBUILD, LLC., Producer of Finely Designed Sports Cars Producing 610 BHP, Appoints ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-02)
		FISKER COACHBUILD, LLC., Producer of Finely Designed Sports Cars Producing 610 BHP, Appoints Cristina Cheever as the Vice President of Marketing and Communications
		FISKER COACHBUILD is already practicing the implementation of design knowledge with finely engineered product.
		The first steps are already underway for the first two-seater convertible high-end FISKER sports car delivering 610 horsepower with excess speeds of 200 mph.
	sev.prnewswire.com /auto/20050402/LAF00301042005-1.html (291 words)

	Henrik Fisker and Bernhard Koehler Announce New Limited Production Company Fisker Coachbuild, LLC !!! (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-02)
		Henrik Fisker will be the CEO (a position he has experience with, as this was his title at BMW’s DesignWorks).
		The next step for both Fisker and Koehler was to BMW’s DesignWorks, where Fisker made CEO and Koehler made Director of Operations.
		Fisker informed us at MSC just after we conducted an interview with him.
	www.motorsportscenter.com /printer_510.shtml (582 words)

	PH: RE: Fisker Coachbuild reveals pricing
		Fisker's partner Bernhard Koelher said the first prototype will be ready by the end of 2005.
		Obviously it'd be great to have an even more exclusive Aston, but I'm wondering if it'll be BMW underpinnings as Mr Fisker designed the Z8 and it's alluminium chassis probably lends itself well to being given a set of bespoke clothes.
		He and his partner must have done their homework to attract the investment, knowing there is a market once more for such unique individualisation.
	www.pistonheads.com /gassing/topic.asp?f=57&t=150182 (673 words)

	Variety.com - Originality hits the road
		Fisker is best known for designing BMW's Z8 roadster and Aston Martin's upcoming Vantage V8.
		Increased safety and emissions regulations made it financially prohibitive for a coachbuilder to develop a new car from scratch.
		Fisker will match the manufacturer's warranty for Performance Plus clients and covers any part he puts on the car.
	www.variety.com /index.asp?layout=print_story&articleid=VR1117933181 (489 words)

	Kleemann - News (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-02)
		With such perfection in design, materials and production finish FISKER COACHBUILD carefully had to select the most competent technology partners in order to turn the dream into reality.
		To obtain maximum out put from a supercharged engine it is absolutely crucial that the engine can breathe freely thus tubular headers in stainless steel replace the standard exhaust manifolds as the well known complete 70 mm dual exhaust system with 120 cell metal catalysts is mounted as well.
		Performance figures of the FISKER TRAMONTO is a 325 km/h top speed (limited) and a 0-100 km/h time in just under four seconds.
	www.kleemann.dk /site/567EE3BB-6D0C-4716-98C8-61E0CCBC345F.htm?add_content_id=447D604E-E6AB-4175-8DD2-1429A05A12D0&placement_name=newsitem (686 words)

	FISKER COACHBUILD Introduces First Two Designs: The FISKER TRAMONTO and FISKER LATIGO CS for 2006
		The FISKER TRAMONTO The FISKER COACHBUILD 2006 TRAMONTO is a sculpted statement of exotic, two-seat, open-air motoring.
		"For FISKER COACHBUILD, it is all about emotion and design excellence." Competition-proven materials and technology grace the base engine with a coveted combination of performance and reliability.
		Handcrafted by a dedicated AMG technician, the 5.5-liter, 24-valve V8 features forged aluminum pistons, a precision-balanced crankshaft and an ultra-efficient liquid-to-air intercooler delivering 493 bhp and 0-60 in 4.5 seconds.
	www.prnewswire.com /cgi-bin/stories.pl?ACCT=109&STORY=/www/story/09-13-2005/0004106253&EDATE= (1053 words)

	delobbo.com :: View topic - Fisker Latigo CS
		The car is then shipped to a preparation center in Irvine, California, where the factory sheetmetal is peeled off, almost like "using a can opener," Koehler noted.
		A hallmark of Fisker Coachbuild is its attention to details.
		This car was designed by Henrik Fisker - who also designed the AM V8 Vantage in your post above, Inky....
	delobbo.com /phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=2681 (2131 words)

	Inside Line: Frankfurt News: Former Aston Designer Unveils First of Fisker Coachbuild Stable - (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-09-02)
		FRANKFURT, Germany — At the auto show here, Henrik Fisker, the former director of design for Aston Martin, unwrapped the 2006 Tramonto convertible and the 2006 Latigo CS coupe, the first limited-edition sports cars to be produced by his new company, Fisker Coachbuild.
		He set up the company in January 2005 in Newport Beach, California, with partner Bernhard Koehler, with whom he worked in design operations at BMW and Ford Motor Co. Among Fisker's more notable creations are the BMW Z8 and the Aston Martin DB9.
		Design wunderkind Henrik Fisker hopes to make a decent living designing and building a handful of custom cars each year, using some of Europe's great sports cars as his mechanical base.
	www.edmunds.com /insideline/do/News/articleId=107248 (318 words)

	AutoSpies.com - Aston/BMW Designer Henrik Fisker's new venture
		FISKER AND KOEHLER LAUNCH NEW AMERICAN BUILT LUXURY SPORTS CAR COMPANY IN CALIFORNIA: FISKER COACHBUILD, LLC.
		May I suggest that witb your enormous talent, it is in your best interest to start a company much like Fisker had done.
		I saw Bangle in a CNN interview I think it was, and you were just aware of his snobby demeanor.
	www.autospies.com /article/index.asp?articleId=3884 (1262 words)

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