The appeal of the Efijy is not only its stunning looks, but the processes, and materials used to make the concept. The Efijy was built over a Chevrolet Corvette C5 under body, and boasts a supercharged 6l LS2 V8 which puts out 480kw. The 5.2m long body is entirely constructed from fibreglass moulded from the full size clay model. The materials used throughout the concept range from the full fibreglass body, to the billet aluminium trim, and maple timber interior floor. These materials, and technology used have allowed for imaginations to run wild and a dream car to be made.
The appeal of this car comes from the flowing lines, elongated wheel arches, and overall really just the curvaceous body. When the Efijy and FJ are compared side by side, the overall stretched shape of the Efijy is noted. But the similarities of the front grill, and headlights, to the rear stone guard really show the origin of the Efijy design. The coupe styling, and removal/relocation of parts such as the doorhandles and petrol cap helped to create a sleek and minimal look so the meticulously formed lines of the body are not interrupted.
Holden's purpose in the Efijy was to not only to create a stylised version of the iconic FJ Holden, but to make a bold statement of the work which can be produced by their design and engineering team. I think this has been achieved very successfully as the Efijy has toured around the world, surprising, and appealing to a large range of people.
Jarrod Burge
References:
http://www.holden.com.au/concept-cars/efijy
http://www.webwombat.com.au/motoring/news_reports/holden-efijy-custom-hotrod.htm
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qTNtMuv46Wc
I love this car. Saw it at the Motor Show a couple of years ago and was very impressed!
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