| FSO Ogar LS | |
| Manufacturer: | Fabryka Samochodów Osobowych |
| Designer: | Cezary Nawrot |
| Production: | 1977 |
| Assembly: | Warsaw |
| Class: | Sports Car (S) |
| Body Style: | 3-door Coupe |
| Engine: | R4 1.5 litre OHV 82 HP (60kW) |
| Transmission: | 4-speed manual |
| Related: | Polski Fiat 125p Melkus RS 1000 |
| Length: | 4455mm |
| Width: | 1630mm |
| Height: | 1320mm |
| Weight: | Approx. 900kg |
| Layout: | Rear wheel drive |
The FSO Ogar LS is a Polish concept sports car developed in 1977 by FSO, using components from the Polski Fiat 125p.
Built in 1977, the Ogar was based on the chassis of the Polski Fiat 125p, also using elements of its drivetrain, suspension and braking system. A distinguishing feature of the Ogar was the modern and streamlined body, designed by Cezary Nawrot, and the electrically retractable headlights, modelled after sports cars of the period. Wheel rims made of light metal alloys were an additional sporty feature. The body was made of a laminate combination of epoxy resin and fiberglass and was designed in compliance with regulations set by the United States Department of Transportation, meaning it was equipped with large, protruding bumpers and marker lamps on the front and rear fenders. The interior of the car could be accessed through the three doors and featured 4 soft and comfortable, but not very sporty seats. The prototype travelled over 70,000 miles, and despite positive public opinion, was not put into production. The reason for this was the more advanced development of the more functional FSO Polonez, and the lack of a justification for producing a sports car in Poland.[1] [2]
The only copy of the Ogar is in the Automotive Museum in Warsaw, and the body cast can be seen at the Faculty of Mechanical Engineering at the Military University of Technology.[3]