Giovanni Michelotti: Automotive Maestro
In the intricate tapestry of automotive design, few names resonate as harmoniously as Giovanni Michelotti.
The Clas, Michelotti’s running prototype for 1986, was developed using components taken from the Toyota MR2. With a 1600cc engine, the Clas was a…
The Clas, Michelotti’s running prototype for 1986, was developed using components taken from the Toyota MR2. With a 1600cc engine, the Clas was a proposal for a future light sports car. The front and rear baggage compartments offered ample space for a car whith such size, which includes a space behind the seats. The rear seats were designed for emergency use and only when someone taller than 5’6″ was driving. The scoops integrated into the C-pillar cooled the engine, and the headlights were mounted high on the nose. While the interior had no extreme styling themes, the seats were upholstered in wool. The center console parts were taken from the MR2, as were the satellite switches, though the climate control and ventilator controls were taken from Lancia models. The dashboard was finished in tweed cloth, and created a warrm atmosphere for the occupants with wool seats. Analog instournents were placed behind the wheel.
In the intricate tapestry of automotive design, few names resonate as harmoniously as Giovanni Michelotti.
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