So we decided that we are going to build a Low Cost Sports Car.
Firstly, we need to establish a direction - what approach or styling or engineering configuration or formula are we going to use?
In this course, what better low cost minimalistic sports car is better to take note to and refer to but the Lotus Super 7.
Just take a look at the photo above...
The reason why this car is a success is so obvious.
There is more power over the weight.
Now, let us try putting a better looking coat over this lean praying mantis.
Like a Ferrari 308 GTS.
Now that we have a clearer imagery of how a subframe can be fitted under a beautiful body - I guess there is no limit to what the imagination can do doesn't it?
Giving the long overdue nobility back to the un-inspired Filipino Jeepney...
The Maharlika concept is a fresh concept aimed to bring the Filipino Jeepney into the forefront of Global Design.
The concept does not intend to veer away from traditional values... this is why all the salient lines and profile elements of the old is retained but viewed and imagined with the approach adhering to symetry and pleasing but functional aesthetics.
The geometric structure also suggests manufacturability and doable manual prototyping.
... I hope you enjoy it.
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P.S.
I have been contemplating on facelifting the jeepney since year 2000... I made some sketches in past but never really went into modeling it. Again inspiration took over last night and - it just hit me. I have to do it now.
It took me about 5 hours to model it in 3D as well as putting it in video animation - plus about 15 minutes to upload it here,
Inspiration + Imagination + Hands on Experience + Basics of Design = something really cool.
The 3N1 concept is a Freebie Design giveaway for Pinoys.
It is simply a Chariot drawn by a motorbike (Wheter Big Bike, 125cc, 155cc, or Electric - it's up to you) with a glorified contraption that conforms with the laws of ergonomics, aesthetics and aerodynamics without compromising the Utilitarian spirit or theme of the Filipino.
The 3N1 concept aims to bring back the lost "nobility in mobility" of the Pinoys in general.
It is also a cheapest way to empower the masses - allowing them to bring themselves, their families, their business anywhere from point a to point b for as long as the roads allow, regardless of bad weather or traffic.
The 3N1 keeps the agility and minimalisitic values of the motorbike in tact, while meets global automotive standards in terms of creature comfort, safety and feeling of security.
Just like the Pinoy Tricycle, everything inherent on the practicality of the trike is retained, but everything inherent with small cars like ergonomics and convenience as well as all weather application is adopted.
The 3N1 allows the driver to drive without a helmet, it also allows the driver to continue driving in the event of a sudden downpour of rain which is typical to Philippine Weather Condition. It also allows the passengers to sit comfortably without being exposed to extreme sunlight or extreme rain water or wind, keeping their stocks or goods dry and protected.
The 3N1 also allows dignified mobility, making the driver drive more decently since he no longer need to do any attention drawing moves since the 3N1 is inherently an attention getter - by default.
The driver will as an affect, drive more safely in favor of the passengers and the pedestrians.
PLEASE FEEL FREE TO COPY ALL THE IMAGES IN THIS PAGE.
I have no desire to sell these blueprints, anyone is free to replicate/ fabricate it to his own use, whether personal or commercial.
