Whoa, what do we have here? Just a render, of course, but Theophilus Chin’s latest creation is not completely a flight of fancy – you can do it at home too, soon. Christened ‘Proton S70 GT’ by its creator, the vision was of a high-performance version of the S70 inspired by the C99 Wira 1.8 EXi DOHC.
“That Wira was built to meet the homologation requirement of at least 2,500 units set by the World Rally Championship… I imagine Proton making a performance-oriented S70 called the S70 GT, fitted with the 1.5 TGDi engine from the X50 and X70,” Theo says, adding that his GT spec includes multi-link rear suspension, uprated brakes and 19-inch alloys on lowered suspension.
He admits that dreams are free, and while rear multi-link suspension (a staple in the C-segment, but the S70 carries over the Geely Emgrand‘s torsion beam, a B-segment sedan default) is a bit of a stretch for modders, the rest of what you see here is actually achievable.
Big brakes, lowered springs – they’re all available for the X50, and with projected volumes of over 2,000 units per month (Proton’s target), it’s a matter of time before big local tuning companies produce parts for the sedan. Those crazy enough can even attempt an engine swap, from the S70’s 1.5T MPI (150 PS/226 Nm, from the X50 Standard to Premium) to the 1.5 TGDi with 177 PS/255 Nm, as found in the X50 Flagship and X70 MC.
Looks wise, Theo gave the S70 a full black grille and a more aggressive front bumper that swaps the BMW G20-style ‘side intakes’ for larger ones for a conventional sporty look. Gloss black trim can be found all around, Honda RS-style, including on the boot wing, which looks like something from a hatchback/SUV. The roof and wing mirror caps are also in black.
Finally, the GT gets exposed twin pipes and a diffuser. The actual car’s pipes are hidden deep behind the rear bumper, pointing down, a big contrast from the X50’s quad pipes (more pipes than cylinders!). What do you think of this ‘S70 GT’? Should Proton do something like this now that they have a suitable sedan base? If they do, let’s hope that it’s more ‘proper’ compared to this.
The S70 will be launched on November 28. Full details and first impressions here.
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GALLERY: Proton S70 presentation
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No matter how you render it, the base design spells UNCLE.
Doesn’t matter as GT sports car has always been an uncle look, eg: Ferrari Roma vs the rest of Ferrari. But this teh-o fella really need to stop with ridiculous “slap pictures here and there” design.
The only drawback about this S70 is the poorly designed front grille.
Horrendously out of place,ugly when combined with the 2 lampu.Just unacceptable when u factor in the HP charges,the fanboys pay about 100 grand.When happen to the DRB inhouse designer? On holiday kah?
Proton S70 GT, Ah Bengised version rendered by Theo
Whats the purpose of rendering every proton models that are available….
He better starts rendering S70L, L for long wheelbase or limousine version.
GT lacks demand.
I think a ducktail spoiler will suit the car rather than a wing. Some simple mods would make it look sportier.
You will never become brad pitt if you are born ugly. No matter how you render, it’s still an ugly car. It make my Civic like look supermodel next to this.
Well said..if u r Rihanna(Ms Airport),no matter how u dance or make up…u cant measure up to voluptious Dolly the Parton.Enjoy your Civic,Sir. Walk tall.
Its like kampong durian Vs Black thorn or Musang King.
Stop promoting Theophilus Chin as it has no benefit to us at all.
The best word to describe is ‘Truly Ah Beng’
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sejibik macam saga. this should be the new saga.