**THE ORIGIN OF THE PINOTTI**
Developed by designer José Ivo Pinotti in Guaporé, the car was officially known as the Pinotti-1 project. From its conception, the vehicle was designed to be a masterpiece in terms of safety and design, using advanced materials for the time, such as fiberglass for the body and critical components.
**DESIGN AND TECHNICAL FEATURES**
The Pinotti-1 features a sporty design with innovative aerodynamic lines. The monoblock body is molded in a single piece of self-extinguishing polyester resin, reinforced with fiberglass. This construction method ensured a finish without seams, rivets or screws, resulting in a clean and robust look.
**INNOVATIONS AND SAFETY**
The Pinotti incorporated several safety and design innovations. The battery box, fuel tank and seats are all made of special fiberglass to withstand different conditions. The retractable headlight system and individualized electrical signaling are just some of the elements that demonstrate the commitment to safety and practicality.
**HIGHLIGHTS OF THE EXHIBITION**
During the “Sobre Rodas” Exhibition, LENAUTO presented the Pinotti with great prominence, highlighting its wing-shaped doors and its aerodynamic design. It was a moment of celebration for local automotive engineering, showing that Rio Grande do Sul could produce high-performance vehicles with innovative designs.
**CONCLUSION**
The Pinotti is not just a car, but a symbol of innovation and pioneering. The history of the Pinotti is a testament to the talent and innovative capacity of Brazilian engineers, leaving a lasting legacy in the history of sports cars.
Unfortunately, I was unable to find much information about the whereabouts of the Pinotti, since there is little material telling the story of this car.
**PINOTTI-1 TECHNICAL DATA**
ENGINE: 4-cylinder, 4-stroke, rear-mounted (Possibly Volkswagen in origin)
DISPLACEMENT: 1678 cc
COOLING: Air, via vertical fan
CARBURETOR: Solex with 2 downward suctions
POWER: 65 HP at 4600 RPM
TRANSMISSION: Gearbox with 4 forward and 1 reverse gears
BRAKES: Direct-acting hydraulics on all four wheels
FRONT SUSPENSION: 2 leaf springs with stabilizer bar and 2 double-acting telescopic hydraulic shock absorbers
DIMENSIONS
·Length: 4.23 m (166.53 in)
·Wheelbase: 2.4 m (94.5 in)
·Width: 1.62 m (63.78 in)
·Height: 1.58 m (62.2 in)
·Wheels: 7×14 rim
·Chassis height from the ground: 152 mm (6 in)
FUEL
·Fuel tank capacity: 45 l (12 gal)
·Fuel Consumption: 12.5 km/L (29.4 mpg)
TOP SPEED: 180 km/h (112 mph)
**SOURCE:** https://velozesbrasil.com.br/2024/07/31/pinotti-o-desconhecido-carro-esporte-construido-no-sul-do-pais/
