Into the Depths of Obscurity: The Singular Beauty of Shark S-1

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.

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)

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Enormous Hoosier tires at the rear ensure optimal traction, complemented by adjustable and independent suspension, power steering, and ABS. (Picture from: Motor24.pt)

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 ]

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