Lobini, which was recently bought by Brax Automobile, has presented the new 2007 Lobini H1 at the "Salão do Automóvel 2006". The car has a removable hard-top roof, redesigned front with new headlights and an aerodynamic kit which makes it a very appealing sports car. On the inside the Lobini H1 comes with leather seats available in light gray, dark gray or black.
Lobini H1 costs 170, 000 BRL (~ $90, 000) and comes standard with an roll over bar, sound system, air conditioning, electric windows and adjustable seats and steering wheel. Optional equipment include: Xenon headlights, GPS, DVD, parking sensor, tire pressure alarm and personalized colors.
History
In 1999 Lobini project was created. It aimed at developing the best Brazilian sports car with a technology to be compared with the international vehicles of the same category. Lobini H1 is now history. It was a success in "Salão do Automóvel 2002" and it can be seen on the streets of many cities in Brazil.
The company has recently shipped one of its cars to England, and it has been working with Lotus for the technical validation of Lobini in Europe.
Engine
VW 1. 8 I Turbo with inter cooler, 4 cylinder, 20 valves and 180 hp
Transversal rear between axis
Electronic injection Bosh
Unique sport stainless steel exhaust pipe
Transmission
Five gear - mechanical transmission
Suspension
Independent suspension in the four wheels with carbon steel triangle arm
Hydraulic shock absorbers JRZ for competition, with Eibach coils and adjustable
Disc brakes in the four wheels with forced ventilation system
Chassis
Carbon steel Tubular structure with anti - corrosive treatment
Bodywork
Plastic reinforced with fiber glass
Specifications
Dimensions: length = 3720mm, width=1800mm, height = 1180mm
Height from the ground: 150mm
Between axis: 2400mm
Fuel tank: 58 liters
Weight: 1030kg
Weight distribution: 41/59
Acceleration: 0 to 100km/h in less than 6 seconds
Wheels and tires: 17" x 7", Front: 205 45 R17 Pzero asymmetric, Rear: 225 45 R17 Pzero asymmetric
Steering wheel
Hydraulic steering wheel - height and depth adjustable, with integrated panel
Series items
Air conditioning
Electric windows
Engine start button on the panel
Luggage compartment behind the seats
Sound system with CD player
Adjustable competition seats
Roll over bar.