There is little concrete information so far, however for an SUV project an extreme lightweight - 1500kg - is claimed, this being a self-built vehicle rather than utilising re-skinned manufacturer SUV architecture such as Maserati's new Kubang concept (Jeep Grand Cherokee) shown in Frankfurt last month or another proposed GT off roader this year, DeTomaso's Deauville (Cadillac SRX).

Vygor optimistically claims that to achieve this very low weight it will use a tubular chassis made from high strength steel with a mix of composite parts. Reaching a 1500 kg weight for an SUV project would be a difficult prospect even for a major OEM and certainly within a cost structure that would make this low-volume project viable.

The press release claims engines developing in the range of 300-400 hp and says the Opera will feature double wishbone suspension and special shock absorbers. There are also the usual stock platitudes to individual customisation.

"Opera is a unique car," reads a press release issued by Vygor, which says it comes from the town of Lucca in Tuscany, ahead of the full announcement of the project today. "Thanks to sophisticated technical solutions it offers the pleasure of driving a Gran Turismo car, combined with the safety of permanent 4 wheel drive and the comfort of high ground clearance. Its exclusive characteristics are due to a new tubular chassis made of high-strength steel, double-triangle individual wheel suspension, with special shock absorbers. Moreover the body is the result of the latest techniques made of composites and steel, so that its weight is slightly higher than 1500 Kg.

"Opera is unique: every car will be rigorously customised," continues the statement. "Our client will be guided in choosing design and outfit of the car, its technical features, the inside and finishing touches. The frame-suspension whole proposed by Vygor allows different set-up, Opera could be a wonderful off-road vehicle, attractive GT or a multipurpose car. It can provide different ground clearances, many calibration trims with cast rims from 18" to 22", and three different power steps from 300 to over 400 HP. The maximum exclusivity of every Opera continues in its inside, not only proposed to the client in first choice full leather, but also designed by the best designers and hand-assembled by the highest manufacturing standards. Opera is so completely customisable, our client are allowed to choose even the most suitable instrumentation on the dashboard. Data sheet, performance and prices will be available in a few days."