Puma was a Brazilian sports car manufacturer that operated from 1967 to 1995, known for producing elegant and performance-oriented vehicles. The company specialized in creating sports cars using Volkswagen and General Motors components, adapting them to create unique vehicles suited to Brazilian roads and conditions. Puma became famous for its GT and convertible models, which combined European styling with reliable mechanical components. The company successfully exported vehicles to several countries, particularly to Europe and the United States, making it one of Brazil's most successful automotive exports of its time. Their designs were praised for their beauty and build quality, often compared favorably to contemporary European sports cars.