The Brasinca Uirapuru, also known as the Brasinca 4200 GT, was one of the first sports cars developed in Brazil. The model was produced by Brasinca (short for “Brasil Indústria e Comércio de Automóveis SA”), a Brazilian company founded in 1949, initially dedicated to the manufacture of automotive components. Brasinca ceased its activities in the automotive segment in the late 1960s, but continued to operate in the manufacture of industrial parts and components.




The model was presented at the 1964 Auto Show and attracted attention for its modern design and robust performance. The design was elegant and aerodynamic, with lines reminiscent of European sports cars of the time. It had a low profile, elongated front and short rear. The car became the attraction of the event, attracting curious glances from the public and the press.
The Uirapuru was designed by Rino Malzoni. Its development began in the early 1960s. It was an advanced model for its time. Its body was made of steel and molded by hand, unlike most Brazilian sports cars of the time, which used bodies made of fiberglass. Another novelty was the testing of the body in an aeronautical wind tunnel, something that was unprecedented at the time for a small manufacturer.



It was equipped with a 4.2-liter six-cylinder Chevrolet engine, which produced approximately 155 horsepower. It also had great performance and its top speed exceeded 200 km/h.
Production of the Uirapuru was limited. There were several factors responsible for this, including the high production cost and limited market demand. At the 1966 Auto Show, Brasinca presented its traditional coupe, now with rectangular headlights, and two new versions: the convertible and the station wagon, called Gavião.
In total, 77 units were produced, 3 of which were convertibles. The Gavião station wagon, presented at the Motor Show, was a project intended for the Highway Police. It was armored, equipped with a radio transmitter, stretcher, fire-fighting equipment and two machine guns built into the headlights. It was not sold. The prototype displayed at the Exhibition was donated to the state for testing. It is not known what happened to him.







Production ceased in 1966, but the Uirapuru left a significant legacy in the Brazilian automotive industry. Despite its short life, the Brasinca Uirapuru is remembered as a landmark in Brazilian automotive design and engineering. The remaining models are rare and highly prized. It is considered an icon among classic cars in Brazil and is highly prized by collectors.
Miniature
The Brasinca 4200GT miniature, the Uirapuru, was released by the Unforgettable Cars of Brazil collection. It was manufactured by IXO.

