Fornasari: the most extravagant sports

Even cost more than 300,000 € have up to 750 hp V8 engines are manufactured by hand and are Italian. Certainly you think we were talking about Ferrari, but no. 7 models are exclusive to Fornasari sale in Spain: a luxury brand with a lot of passion for sportsmanship … and great creative freedom. Here are its range and its history.

Fornasari

Fornasari

Fornasari

Fornasari

Officially founded in 1999, Fornasari wants to be a gap between the manufacturers most exclusive cars in the world. Its main market and therefore lies in the Middle East, but although his name is still semi-unknown, while in Spain and also distributes its models. Specifically, since July 2009. It may never have seen one, and never see it live, but exist there.

his dates back to the late 90 ‘, when Giuseppe Fornasari, son of Gigi Fornasari, prestigious test driver and passenger high Alfa Romeo and Maserati in the 50s, he decided to undertake the adventure. After a few years as importer of the legendary Chevrolet Corvette, many of whom then preparing for competition, decided to draw inspiration from yachts, tanks and all kinds of motor vehicles to create a range of exclusive super sport, most equipped with thrusters developed by General Motors and light trellis frames.

Currently, its seven available models, Fornasari produces between 35 and 40 units a year for everyone. From handcrafting (Allows even the trip to its headquarters in Montebello Vicentino in Italy client to see how it is manufactured or test its range with its engineers), the period delivery is between 3 and 6 months. Yes, prepared before a large sum of money, and do not worry about its maintenance: in Spain, GT Stradale, based in Madrid, and facilities Guarnieri group, Malaga, deal with it. Of course, if you prefer, you can, as Rolls-Royce, move a technician to your home. It only remains to choose one of seven models that we present below.

Fornasari RR99

Fornasari RR99

Announces the aggressiveness of a GT high performance with the comfort of a luxury saloon. Launched in late 2009, 99 is one of the most exclusive cars Fornasari. Stands out for its size, but not enough up to 5.20 meters, and its power. It is available with 4 gasoline engines derived from the Corvette (6.2L V8 500, 650 and 750 hp and 7 liter V8 550) Plus a Diesel V6 3.0 liter and 250 CV, VM Motori. All with automatic and permanent four wheel drive with viscous center differential, plus self-locking in both axes. With a 50/50 weight distribution, its body is made of composite and prices start from 165,000 euros and may exceed 330,000 resins.

Fornasari Racing Buggy

Fornasari Racing Buggy

It was the last model to arrive and, according to Fornasari, it represents his most creative and innovative capacity. He Racing Buggy is quite extreme terrain, designed to make the most of all types of terrain. Measure 4.40 meters, weighs 1,400 kg and it is able to accelerate from 0 to 100 km / h in 3.8 seconds with the 750 hp V8 engine. Equips the same mechanical range of RR99 and features four-wheel drive and many elements derived from the competition, as its chassis or multitubular also adjustable suspensions. They say it’s a real beast skidding. Their prices range between 80,000 and 200,000 euros.

Fornasari Tender

Fornasari Tender

only car where beech, Tender shows a striking design inspired by a luxury yacht. Very light, extremely versatile, 4.40 meters and, of course, also with all-wheel drive can be customized completely. Its interior also recalls the nautical atmosphere, using wood and aluminum used for navigation. Yes, this Tender will not sail. Again with Corvette V8 gasoline between 500 and 750 hp, and again with the V6 Diesel 250 hp, if floating could almost take part in a regatta Class-1 speed.

Fornasari Gruppo B

Fornasari Gruppo B

longing for the best rallies of the 80s’, Giuseppe Fornasari created this authentic super-all way in 2010. Fiberglass body, 2 + 2 places, permanent four wheel drive, less than 1,500 kg, 4.33 meters long … and, of course, V8 engines up to 750 hp under the hood Chevrolet, Gruppo B make this machine an entire asphalt. Its price, between 110,000 and just over 200,000 euros, depending on version.

Fornasari 600

Fornasari 600

Evolution 450, the starting point for the production of Fornasari, say its creators 600 is the most extreme and pure synthesis of sports performance market. It’s about a Original 2-door coupe Y 4.40 meters, with the same components of all his brothers range. Motors up to 750 hp, all-wheel drive, lightweight, luxurious interiors and price of scandal. This time range starts at 140,000 euros and closed at just under 250,000.

Fornasari Gigi 311 GT

Fornasari Gigi 311 GT

Powered by Giuseppe Fornasari as a tribute to his father and Gigi inspired by the design of a Maserati Zagato A6G with whom he competed in the Mille Miglia in 1956, the 311 GT is the most elegant and attractive sport of all Fornasari range. From only 4.13 meters and only 1,000 kg thanks to your aluminum body, This two-seater two-door coupe sold only with the V8 engine 500 hp Power derived from the Corvette. announces 0-100 km / h in just 3.5 seconds and a top speed of 340 km / h. It can be purchased from the 215,000 euros.

Fornasari Hunter

Fornasari Hunter

One of the latest models presented by Fornasari is the Hunter, a whole pure land with touches of Hummer and inspiration in the best military vehicles. In fact, it used by armies and as a rescue vehicle. Despite its rough and heavy-looking, it is fairly light for its size (4.80 meters and 1,850 kg) Can be ordered with all engines Fornasari range (you know, V8 petrol from 500 to 750 hp V6 Diesel 250) and customized to the letter. A 4×4 for demanding operations.