Brasinca [1] (Brazil)

Brasinca was a Brazilian automobile manufacturer founded in 1949 in São Paulo. Initially, the company specialized in building bus bodies and later expanded its operations to furnish bodies for other Brazilian manufacturers, including FN'M. In 1963, Brasinca introduced its first line of caravans, marking a significant milestone as the first Brazilian caravans.

Following this, Brasinca embarked on the development of a sports car known as the GT 4200, which was based on the Aero-Willys. Although Willys lost interest in the project, Brasinca proceeded to create the GT 4200, utilizing Chevrolet mechanical components. The vehicle featured a modified six-cylinder engine equipped with three SU carburettors. The GT 4200 was unveiled at the São Paulo Salon in 1964, with a total production of seventy-five units, all in coupe form, of which thirty-five were sold as kits. However, production ceased in 1965 due to economic difficulties in Brazil, which led to rising component prices. The GT 4200 project was subsequently sold to Sociedade Técnica de Veículos (SVT), which rebranded the vehicle as Uirapuru. The Uirapuru was showcased at the 1966 Brazilian Auto Show, where a convertible version was also introduced.

After a period focused on manufacturing components for other automotive companies, Brasinca returned to producing complete vehicles in 1984. The company aimed to address specific market niches with models such as the Passo Fino and Manga Larga station wagons. However, these larger vehicles were eventually overshadowed by newer station wagons and trucks, including the Quarto de Milha and Andaluz.