Les Automobiles Manic Inc.
Granby, Quebec
1971
Artifact no. 1984.0712
Source: Robert de Fougerolles

The Manic GT was built in Granby, Quebec in 1970. Its fibreglass body was designed by Jacques About and Serge Soumille. The car’s front end was inspired by contemporary European design, while its back end was given a distinctly American appearance. By fusing these styles, the car’s designers aimed to create a ‘Canadian’ look.

The Manic was designed to compete with other small sports cars on the global market in the early 1970s, such as the Lotus Europa. Manic ceased production in 1971.

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