A tribute to those legendary cars of the 80s that were the protagonists of the World Rally Championships. The last Group B 2-wheel drive who win the world title, beating its all-wheel drive rivals. An icon has become a cult model for motoring enthusiasts. Kimera Automobili wants to relive the glory days of the 037 by restoring and modifying one. Meet, the Kimera EVO37 – a clean restomod that can stand as the 037 for the modern era. As part of the homologation rules, a number of 037 Stradale units were made, but we’re betting that only a few of these mid-engine sports cars are still seen rolling around the streets these days.
Based in Cuneo, Italy, Kimera aims to bring together the styling and emotion of the Group B rally inspired road car with more modern technology and comfort. The styling of the EVO37 is a close representation of the original, with a more defined edge and cleaner lines. Overall it has strong 037 vibes while looking a little more modern and higher tech. Kimera EVO37, embracing the Restomod philosophy, brings it to the next level by virtue of combining the style and charm which belong to one of the most legendary racing “Beast” from Eighties and, at the same time, the qualities of a modern car when it comes to performance, comfort and everyday usability.
“Lots of stuff guys! I went back 40 years !! I am really impressed because you have just grounded it and it is immediately beautiful to drive and easy to handle, she was born well! The engine delivery is something impressive,” Miki Biasion – World Rally Champion 1988/1989 after the first test of the EVO37 said.
“This Authentic Evolution turns me on, it’s a great emotion. And it is just correct to use this definition,” Ing. Claudio Lombardi said.
Kimera EVO37 originated from its past to turn into an icon of motorsport all over the world, reaching the highest level of performances development likewise that car is created nowadays, by modern knowledge and technologies. The engine chosen for the job in the EVO37 is a 2.1L inline 4 unit that is turbocharged and produces around the 500 hp mark, and sends drive to the rear wheels like the original. It is based round the original engine block of the 1980’s 037, which has been increased in capacity slightly and been adorned with redesigned or reverse-engineered components to develop much more power than before.
