ONE-OFF - Embarking on a journey to explore the realms of obscure supercars led us to the intriguing discovery of a Canadian gem that once stirred the excitement of enthusiasts on the
ObscureSupercar status on the
X/Twitter page. This piqued our curiosity, urging us to delve deeper into the details of this rare find.
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The Shark S-1 is a single prototype ever brought to life, conceived from a dream, the three-year development journey done by Canadian engineer Rudi Huber. (Picture from: Motor24.pt)
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In the vibrant landscape of super sports cars during the 80s and 90s, small companies emerged, passionately producing unique vehicles that dared to challenge the giants in the industry. The
Shark S-1, however, falls into a category of its own – a category of exclusivity, with only a single prototype ever brought to life. Conceived from a dream, the three-year development journey done by Canadian engineer
Rudi Huber saw the creation of a masterpiece that cost him over
$400,000.
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| The Shark S-1's fiberglass bodywork featured with a rather wedge design, but with rounded shapes, posed challenges during production, requiring three attempts to achieve perfection on its tubular steel frame chassis. (Picture from: Motor24.pt) |
Drawing inspiration from iconic predecessors like the
Vector W8 and
Cizeta V16, the
Shark S-1 exudes a sense of practical exoticism. The project, culminated in 1996, boasts a fully bespoke body with scissor doors, capturing attention and standing as a testament to the audacity of smaller players in the supercar arena. This unique creation found its home, insured and registered in
British Columbia, Canada.
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| Drawing inspiration from iconic predecessors like the Vector W8 and Cizeta V16, the Shark S-1 exudes a sense of practical exoticism. (Picture from: CollectorCarAds) |
The
Shark S-1's fiberglass bodywork featured with a rather wedge design, but with rounded shapes, posed challenges during production, requiring three attempts to achieve perfection on its tubular steel frame chassis. The interior, adorned with faux suede, boasts a custom 1980s instrument cluster, evoking a nostalgic charm reminiscent of classic appliances.
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| The Shark S-1 boasts a fully bespoke body with scissor doors, capturing attention and standing as a testament to the audacity of smaller players in the supercar arena. (Picture from: Motor24.pt) |
Inside the
Shark S-1, comfort takes precedence with an air conditioning system and a more recent addition of a reversing camera. The digital instrument panel, inspired by aviation aesthetics, showcases meticulous attention to detail. Safety features include ABS, ensuring a secure driving experience.
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| The Shark S-1's interior, adorned with faux suede, boasts a custom 1980s instrument cluster, evoking a nostalgic charm reminiscent of classic appliances. (Picture from: CollectorCarAds) |
Modern driving conveniences adorn the Shark S-1, including power steering, mirrors, tilt steering, an AM/FM stereo with a 6-speaker system and CD player, keyless entry, tachometer, center console, overhead console, light entry system, bucket seats, leather interior, and tinted glass.
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| Powering the Shark S-1 is a rear-mounted GM 8.2-liter V8 drivetrain, offering 550 horses coupled with Turbo-Hydramatic TH400 automatic three-speed transmission. (Picture from: Motor24.pt) |
Powering the Shark S-1 is a rear-mounted GM 8.2-liter V8 drivetrain, offering 550 horses. The Turbo-Hydramatic TH400 automatic three-speed transmission adds to its prowess, propelling the car from zero to sixty in a swift four seconds. Enormous Hoosier tires at the rear ensure optimal traction, complemented by adjustable and independent suspension, power steering, and ABS.
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| Propelled by its engine power, the Shark S-1 accelerates from zero to 100 km/h in a swift four seconds, reaching a top speed of 350 km/h. (Picture from: CollectorCarAds) |
In 2021, the
Shark S-1 graced the market for sale, its rarity attributed to infrequent use in recent years. As a typical supercar, it boasts low-slung discomfort, making it a challenging drive for owner
Rudi Huber. At the time, the selling price hovered around
$250,000 or approximately
€210,000, reflecting the exclusivity and allure of this one-of-a-kind masterpiece.
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| Enormous
Hoosier tires at the rear ensure optimal traction, complemented by
adjustable and independent suspension, power steering, and ABS. (Picture from: Motor24.pt) |
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And Collector Car Ads indicated the Shark S-1 has sold at a historical sale price of around $125,000, underlining the evolving appreciation for this extraordinary automotive creation. If you have a moment to spare, consider exploring other Canadian supercars, such as the HTT Pléthore LC-750 or Magnum MK5. ✨Happy Holiday...⛄ *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | OBSCURESUPERCAR | CLASSIC AND RECREATION SPORTS CARS | ALLCARINDEX | THETRUTHABOUTCARS | COLLECTORCARADS | MOTOR24.PT ]
