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However, at the same time, it’s quite podgy from the rear, as the sloping humpback ducks in steeply at the edge of the tail.The wheels completely fill up the arches, while the 'Avanti' badges are perfectly placed at the bottom of the doors. Here’s how it goes. I do recall every second person drooling over the car as I gunned it down the narrow, twisted roads near Symbiosis, on the outs******ts of Pune. However, a few plastic parts which stand out, such as the guide blades of the A/C vents and the central tunnel, were not very appealing. Exiting is an equally engaging process and it will take some time to do it with grace, like in the movies. Today, this feat has been achieved and I believe it just might work for many. The louvred glass engine cover aids with heat dissipation, along with the svelte black ducts that are placed on either side. It not only reminds one of a rear-engined car such as a Lamborghini, but its wide rear gives it an intimidating appeal as well. However, this scene is rapidly changing as more and more foreign manufacturers are exporting their fast cars to India.India is not known as a market for fast cars. The car that I drove had separate circular lights for the headlamp, indicator and pilots. And, if you happen to be one of those people who keep sniffing cars every now and then, like myself, then you know what DC Avanti stands for. The contrasting orange stitching on the black dash looked well executed and added a sporty flair.The tail lamps complement the headlamps and one can opt for the higher spec caster wheels Manufacturers all-LED unit. It also has a little heat dissipation opening in the middle of the bonnet, which also acts as a stylistic addition.Let’s begin with the looksTo start with, it can be an odd-looking car for some; especially at the front, courtesy a gaping radiator grille, flanked by two small scoops. The picture below shows the all-LED tail lamp.

Moving on, the quality of materials will not let you down – the leather upholstery and the machined aluminium A/C vent housing had a certain smoothness to them. To give you an idea, the R8 has a ground clearance of around 123 mm and, surprisingly, is still taller than the Avanti!The rear further accentuates the sports car appeal with features such as the stepped glass engine cover and the two massive members bifurcating from the roof and dropping towards the tail. Despite a ground clearance of about 170 mm, it sits quite low on the roofline side.Stand beside the car and its height becomes apparent. The front hood of the car caves in at the middle and then bulges over in order to accommodate the massive 20-inch wheels.How is it to sit inside an Avanti Step inside and you will be greeted by a wide cockpit, which is a reflection of the Avanti’s exterior set-up. So it definitely grabs a lot of eyeballs, smiles and wows.

I am 5'7", and my inherent complex was instantaneously washed away by the Avanti. It did not appeal to me, but then DC allows you to opt for the higher spec LED lights for an additional amount.The scoops, apart from the fact that they look sporty, are functional entities in themselves.DC has long been acclaimed for producing some of the best-customised cars in India. The only issue is pricing, which is exemplified by duties imposed on CBUs. The tip of the engine cover draws a swoopy outline in order to form the tail. But don’t judge it as of yet; wait until you have driven one. It has made cars such as the 'Tarzan' for a movie with the same name, and numerous others. However, I must add that the starkly designed flick or the wavy shoulder crease appeals from certain angles, but not from all.. So there I was, right in front of a two-seater, mid-engined sports car that made the road look narrower and my face happier. That’s enough prattle.Move to the side and the low-slung profile is an absolute stunner.We drove the Made-in-India sports car from the country's veteran custom house, DC Design! ProsIt’s a sports car that will refrain from burning a hole in your pocketMassive road presenceBy courtesy of a well-sorted chassis and Renault's motor, the car induces confidence in the driver to take it for a faster spin every single timeWide range of interior customization available along with numerous colour option for the paintConsNo boot space and lack of cup-holdersDual airbags should be introduced for added safetyIt takes some time behind the wheel to get acquainted with the cabin visibilityStandoutsA mid-mounted petrol engine, turbocharged to produce 250 horsesAcceleration figure said to be 6 seconds for the 0–100 kmph sprintTop speed is electronically limited to 200 kmphOn the inside is a touchscreen infotainment system which supports Apple CarPlayA sports car is something that can get your heart ticking the moment you spot one, irrespective of the fact whether you are a car enthusiast or not. Nearly half a decade ago, DC spoke about the possibility of an affordable Indian sports car. Getting in is difficult, but then it's a sports car.

The door opener has nicely been frenched right over the shoulder crease. There is no doubt about it: you'll enjoy crouching down, getting in line with the doorway and sliding into the bucket seat.To be honest, the looks of this car aren’t everyone’s cup of tea, especially when you are looking at the photographs. So it's not a regular kit car with flashy scoops but a proper sports car that requires the scoops to gulp air and send it to the motor. But when you see the car parked beside you, it might just impress. In times like these, the DC Avanti comes in as a decent offering, especially at an ex-base price of Rs 35 lakhs. Mine wasn’t very hip-looking, as my legs weren’t able to touch the ground when I hung them over the lower door lip. Then there's the headlamps housing, which cannot be defined as being of any definitive shape, but is quite unique