The GC series (GC.I/GC.II) Maesima Prova also known as the NV-998 was released in 1998 and manufactured in Namju, Anikatia, the Prova was powered by a range of four-cylinder petrol engines. Transmission options consisted of five-speed manual or four-speed automatic units. Maesima having just survived the 1997 Asian Financial Crisis and with Anikatia’s Socialist government on the verge of collapse. This project marked the end of the long partnership with Komodo Motors which sold off its substantial share of the company sold during the height of the financial crisis ending a partnership from the 1980s.
The Prova was product of the shared knowledge, it was big success that helped Maesima through the harsh periods of austerity and financial crisis. Utilising the jointly developed platform which underpinned the eariler joint venture Komodo Strava and Maesima NV-X. Within Maesima it was known as the GC-platform, although for the new Prova the rear suspension was simplify with a simple torsion beam rear instead of the advanced multi-link rear suspension of the NV-X.
“The fast Prova is truly classless. Everyone wants one.” - The Top Magazine
The highlight of the range was introduction of the a sporty ST-R trim in 2002. Offered only in a two door lift-back coupe. The ST-R used the turbocharged variant of the venerable and award winning MCG series engine. Which was introduced in 1990 to replaced the long running MCO series of 4-cylinder petrol engines. The MC-GF2154B-FH 2.2L SOHC 4v Turbocharged engine was rated at 134 kW (180 hp) and 261 Nm (192 ft-lbs).
Offering 0-100 in just 6.9 seconds, while returning an average combined cycle of 8.9L per 100 km. Its the perfect balance of sporty fun and family practicality. The ST-R features sport-tuned, suspension and 15-inch alloy wheels and sports tires for better steering response and handling. Other standard features include CD player, sporty design touches such as a rear spoiler, unique front fascia with fog lights, sports steering wheel and shift knob, sport fabric on the seats and door panels and metallic look trim throughout the interior.
The Prova follow Maesima’s brand philosophy of offering great safety equipment, with standard airbags, four-wheel disc brakes are standard on all models, and four-sensor, four-channel anti-lock brakes with electronic stability control. Additional safety features include: front seatbelt pre-tensioners and force limiters, three-point seatbelts for all four seating positions.
Like all of Maesima’s vehicles, each model features an impressive list of standard features inside and out, including: AM/FM/CD audio system with four speakers, height adjustable steering column, tachometer, digital clock, carpeted floor mats, in-cabin air filter, tinted glass, rear window defroster.
$8,518.36 +0%
(*+20% in 2003 value equal to 10,095 (+0%) in 2010 Autiomation units)