In the 1960s, while Brazil was experiencing a period of great industrial development and the dream of a national car was gaining strength,
Fábrica Nacional de Motores (FNM) dared to go further and present a model that promised to quench the thirst of those passionate about speed and design: the FNM Onça.
With lines inspired by American muscle cars and a beating Italian heart, the Onça represented the Brazilian ambition to produce a high-performance sports car that could compete with the best in the world.
Under the leadership of legendary Italian designer Rino Malzoni, the FNM Onça featured a striking, sporty look, with lines that evoked the power and agility of felines.
The inspiration from the Ford Mustang was evident, but the Onça had its own identity, with details that made it unique.
The light and resistant fiberglass body contributed to a more fluid and sporty design,
while the interior, with leather seats and high-quality finishes, offered a luxurious and enveloping environment.
The FNM Onça was more than a car, it was a dream, a symbol of a developing country that was searching for its identity on the global automobile scene.
Despite its short trajectory, Onça left a lasting legacy, inspiring generations and consolidating FNM as a reference brand in the Brazilian automotive industry.