Evante
- United Kingdom
The Evante, created by George Walter Robinson, is a British automobile that went into production in 1987 in Spalding, Lincolnshire, England. Inspired by the Lotus Elan, it featured a fibreglass body and a carbon-fibre mounted on a space frame chassis with independent suspension. Powered by the Ford Kent based Vegantune VTA 1.6 and later 1.7-litre twin overhead cam engine, the Evante boasted a stylish design with leather seats, walnut dashboard, and electric windows. Production ceased in 1991 when the original company failed, but the design was later acquired by Fleur de Lys who made limited production with a Ford Zetec 1.8 Litre engine. Although revival attempts were made in 2001, the rights to the name and moulds are now owned by Spydercars Whittlesey.
