Gurgel was a Brazilian automobile manufacturer that operated from 1966 to 1995. The company was initially established as Macan Ind e Com Ltda. in São Paulo in 1966, before rebranding to Gurgel Veículos in 1969. Founded by engineer João Gurgel, the company focused on producing vehicles that were particularly suited for Brazil's diverse terrain. The Gurgel vehicles were known for their distinctive fiberglass coachwork and off-road capabilities.…