Caddy: rebuilding the proportions
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Sunday, April 15, 2012 /
im still not sure about the front proportions, it looks too lazy for me. gotta work on it more. and rear is so heave, should be lighter i guess
Gandini.
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Tuesday, March 27, 2012 /
CDN How did your work attract Bertone's attention?
MG Nuccio Bertone was just an acquaintance, a friend of a friend. There was an occasional meeting and out of kindness Nuccio asked me to show him my drawings [in the early 1960s]. The stuff I showed was mainly car stuff, crazy ideas but different.
MG Nuccio Bertone was just an acquaintance, a friend of a friend. There was an occasional meeting and out of kindness Nuccio asked me to show him my drawings [in the early 1960s]. The stuff I showed was mainly car stuff, crazy ideas but different.
CDN Why didn't you join Bertone at that time?
MG In all truth I can say Bertone would have hired me two years earlier. The real reason I didn't go before was that I wanted to work for myself, but the main reason was Giugiaro's opposition. Bertone admitted that Giugiaro said that if I had been hired he would have left. When Giugiaro did leave Bertone, Nuccio tried to hire me straight away but he didn't have my address as I was working in Milan so it took a bit longer to get in touch. But one or two months later [November 1, 1965] I started working for Bertone.
MG In all truth I can say Bertone would have hired me two years earlier. The real reason I didn't go before was that I wanted to work for myself, but the main reason was Giugiaro's opposition. Bertone admitted that Giugiaro said that if I had been hired he would have left. When Giugiaro did leave Bertone, Nuccio tried to hire me straight away but he didn't have my address as I was working in Milan so it took a bit longer to get in touch. But one or two months later [November 1, 1965] I started working for Bertone.
Hexagonal Epidemy
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Thursday, March 22, 2012 /
Yes. Unfortunately new disturbing design trend of automotive industry.. HEXAGONAL EPIDEMY!
Neri & Bonacini's Mini Miura
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Monday, March 19, 2012 /
Neri & Bonacini's Mini Miura:
Every so often, I come across cars I've never heard of but can't figure out how I could be unaware of something so beautiful! This is one of those times. Idly searching for interesting cars online, I suddenly found myself staring at a low-slung, sleek red machine with all the hallmarks of late 1960's Italian sports car design.
The car in question is the 1968 Neri & Bonacini Studio GT Due Litri. Like many of these forgotten cars, it was a prototype developed on a tiny budget in the hope that publicity would spur capital needed to develop the car, attract a proper engine supplier, and set up larger production. Neri & Bonacini were no strangers to modifying cars, having produced the famous Ferrari "Breadvan." Here, they sought to develop an all-new car from the ground up.
They considered many possible engines, but the car in the photos is powered by a tiny Lancia V4 engine, mounted midship. The car resembles the Lamborghini Miura from the rear, and somewhat presages the shape of the Uracco when seen fron the side view. The pleasing front end is quite interesting for the use of pop-up headlamps. 2 prototypes were made. The car pictured is the second one, owned by John Mastroianni Sr. of Auto Turismo & Sport , New Milford, CT, and in original, unrestored condition! I found these photos on their website, which has some great images from their shop! Some day I'll have to drop by and pay a visit!
Photo credit: Auto Turismo Sport
More info on the Studio GT and interior photos also at supercars.net
Every so often, I come across cars I've never heard of but can't figure out how I could be unaware of something so beautiful! This is one of those times. Idly searching for interesting cars online, I suddenly found myself staring at a low-slung, sleek red machine with all the hallmarks of late 1960's Italian sports car design.
The car in question is the 1968 Neri & Bonacini Studio GT Due Litri. Like many of these forgotten cars, it was a prototype developed on a tiny budget in the hope that publicity would spur capital needed to develop the car, attract a proper engine supplier, and set up larger production. Neri & Bonacini were no strangers to modifying cars, having produced the famous Ferrari "Breadvan." Here, they sought to develop an all-new car from the ground up.They considered many possible engines, but the car in the photos is powered by a tiny Lancia V4 engine, mounted midship. The car resembles the Lamborghini Miura from the rear, and somewhat presages the shape of the Uracco when seen fron the side view. The pleasing front end is quite interesting for the use of pop-up headlamps. 2 prototypes were made. The car pictured is the second one, owned by John Mastroianni Sr. of Auto Turismo & Sport , New Milford, CT, and in original, unrestored condition! I found these photos on their website, which has some great images from their shop! Some day I'll have to drop by and pay a visit!Photo credit: Auto Turismo Sport
More info on the Studio GT and interior photos also at supercars.net
Cadillac project WORKIN IN F* PROCESS.
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Thursday, February 16, 2012 /
Trying to make somethin after work. A 4 door coupe (sportback)). Supposed to be Cadillac :). Here are some WIP images ( alias screenshot and sketch ). will post more ASAP.
My new babies.
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Saturday, February 11, 2012 /
Today I bought some gifts for myself, one of my fav cars GT 1:18 and GT40 1:42...and some others. Very inspiring machines...
Le Mans by Sasha!
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Wednesday, December 21, 2011 /
Here is one of the Le Mans renders that I did for friend of mine Sasha. Damn good beast!
Lamborghini Countach Turbo S
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Monday, November 28, 2011 /
The Amazo Effect: Lamborghini Countach Turbo S - Follia Turbo!: The Lamborghini Countach Turbo S. Only two examples were built by the Lamborghini factory, one of which was a prototype. Apparently the pr...
Mercedes Silver Arrow concept
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Tuesday, November 22, 2011 /
Mercedes Silver Arrow concept:
MB USA design studio entry for the 2011 LA Design Challenge. Congratulations to the whole team!
4seat cabrio
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Monday, November 21, 2011 /
finally made somethin shitty this weekend. 4 seat cabriolet i dunno what brand is it but anyway, had fun..
Ferrari Xezri
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Thursday, July 21, 2011 /
My Ferrari project was an idea of designing a model that a synthesis of its technological knowledge and its sporting experience.
This project must be the source of the highest level of technology characterizing a unique car, which is absolutely innovative and represents the quintessence of Ferrari past and present and looks to the Ferrari of the future.
With this objective aim was to develop a hyper car as an integrated system aimed at achieving extreme performance.
Xezri… When project started I wanted to design very original, elegant, pure, modern, simple and the most importantly dynamic hyper car which will keep the legacy of Ferrari.
STYLING AND PERSONALISATION
Xezri’s ultra sporty character and blistering performance have led to design of many of its exterior and interior styling features. This was done to give the hyper model its own strong personality and to further the aerodynamic of what is a very hyper car. The developments made to the exterior focus on increasing downforce. In-depth research went into reducing the car’s weight and has led to extensive use of carbon-fibre, including some of the flexible components.
The new “ Mono-Seat” interior has been inspired by racing and futuristic jet fighters and, once again, the emphasis has been on weight reduction and using technical materials where possible also to use high technology on devices.
This interior features an innovative driving environment with a new kind of steering wheel and dashboard that is the direct result of futuristic jet fighter interior designs.
The seat boasts and all carbon fibre structure and is available in several different sizes as well as being manually adjustable.
Why monoseat?
Reason is to enhance the message that is a lean, track focused driver’s car. Who is not disturbed by second person while driving.
Interior is another world of the car that exalts its sport personality. The driver is welcomed by revolutionary ergonomic interface where main controls are all on side touch screens. These screens are also the rear cameras whichs located on front shoulders.
Side mirrors always have been a aerodynamic problem. So these small bullet formed cameras are resolving this problem completely.
TECHNOLOGY
I made researches about how to get free energy for extending power of vehicle and new technological flexible aerodynamic parts to help cars aero dynamism.
The Ferrari Xezri’s external styling has been honed to improve its aerodynamic efficiency by flexible parts on it.
The front features a single opening for the front grille and side air intakes, with aerodynamic sections and profiles designed to direct air to the coolant radiators and the new flat underbody. The front gray also sports small “aerolastic” wignlets which generate downforce and, as speed rises, deform to reduce the section of the radiotors inlets and cut drag.
The aim was to produce not only the most innovative but also one of the most beautiful Ferraris ever; one which inspired me by natural wind. So that’s why I gave “Xezri’’ name to my concept. Xezri is a local wind which is in the western part of Caspian sea.
The concept supposed to look like beauty fluttering in the wind. Not only beauty of the car also I wanted use the wind as a free energy for the car.
For this reason, I tried to invent a new kind of air propeller, which produces free electrical energy to the interior devices with the air during track mode.
2 small air propellers are positioned horizontally in different places of the car to not block the aero dynamism.
As a second technology of the car, which has multiple functions: Is the wing on roof of the vehicle.
First function of this wing is rising intake. Electronically managed air intakes open depending on the outdoor temperature and the need for cooling air, ensuring maximum aerodynamic efficiency.
Second function, when the wing rises, its not rising only the intake part. It rises as a single piece, which has a function as a rear spoiler.
Lightweight, simple and striking with a distinctive engine and special futuristic design: every last detail of the Ferrari Xezri exudes uncomprising sportiness as a direct result of its links to the concept: “Xezri”.
Xezri designed for owner for whom the priority is on uncompromising on-road performance occasional track day capability, but who still demand a car that is useable in day-to-day driving like all Ferrari’s models.
This project must be the source of the highest level of technology characterizing a unique car, which is absolutely innovative and represents the quintessence of Ferrari past and present and looks to the Ferrari of the future.
With this objective aim was to develop a hyper car as an integrated system aimed at achieving extreme performance.
Xezri… When project started I wanted to design very original, elegant, pure, modern, simple and the most importantly dynamic hyper car which will keep the legacy of Ferrari.
STYLING AND PERSONALISATION
Xezri’s ultra sporty character and blistering performance have led to design of many of its exterior and interior styling features. This was done to give the hyper model its own strong personality and to further the aerodynamic of what is a very hyper car. The developments made to the exterior focus on increasing downforce. In-depth research went into reducing the car’s weight and has led to extensive use of carbon-fibre, including some of the flexible components.
The new “ Mono-Seat” interior has been inspired by racing and futuristic jet fighters and, once again, the emphasis has been on weight reduction and using technical materials where possible also to use high technology on devices.
This interior features an innovative driving environment with a new kind of steering wheel and dashboard that is the direct result of futuristic jet fighter interior designs.
The seat boasts and all carbon fibre structure and is available in several different sizes as well as being manually adjustable.
Why monoseat?
Reason is to enhance the message that is a lean, track focused driver’s car. Who is not disturbed by second person while driving.
Interior is another world of the car that exalts its sport personality. The driver is welcomed by revolutionary ergonomic interface where main controls are all on side touch screens. These screens are also the rear cameras whichs located on front shoulders.
Side mirrors always have been a aerodynamic problem. So these small bullet formed cameras are resolving this problem completely.
TECHNOLOGY
I made researches about how to get free energy for extending power of vehicle and new technological flexible aerodynamic parts to help cars aero dynamism.
The Ferrari Xezri’s external styling has been honed to improve its aerodynamic efficiency by flexible parts on it.
The front features a single opening for the front grille and side air intakes, with aerodynamic sections and profiles designed to direct air to the coolant radiators and the new flat underbody. The front gray also sports small “aerolastic” wignlets which generate downforce and, as speed rises, deform to reduce the section of the radiotors inlets and cut drag.
The aim was to produce not only the most innovative but also one of the most beautiful Ferraris ever; one which inspired me by natural wind. So that’s why I gave “Xezri’’ name to my concept. Xezri is a local wind which is in the western part of Caspian sea.
The concept supposed to look like beauty fluttering in the wind. Not only beauty of the car also I wanted use the wind as a free energy for the car.
For this reason, I tried to invent a new kind of air propeller, which produces free electrical energy to the interior devices with the air during track mode.
2 small air propellers are positioned horizontally in different places of the car to not block the aero dynamism.
As a second technology of the car, which has multiple functions: Is the wing on roof of the vehicle.
First function of this wing is rising intake. Electronically managed air intakes open depending on the outdoor temperature and the need for cooling air, ensuring maximum aerodynamic efficiency.
Second function, when the wing rises, its not rising only the intake part. It rises as a single piece, which has a function as a rear spoiler.
Lightweight, simple and striking with a distinctive engine and special futuristic design: every last detail of the Ferrari Xezri exudes uncomprising sportiness as a direct result of its links to the concept: “Xezri”.
Xezri designed for owner for whom the priority is on uncompromising on-road performance occasional track day capability, but who still demand a car that is useable in day-to-day driving like all Ferrari’s models.
