San Motors India Ltd. introduced the San Storm in 1998; it was one of the few convertible sports cars made in India specifically for urban consumers looking for a fun, fashionable car. With its low-slung profile, rounded front, and sporting spirit, the design, which was created in partnership with the Le Mans Group in France, has a distinctly European flair. In contrast to automobiles with metal bodies, the fibreglass-reinforced plastic (FRP) body is lightweight, corrosion-resistant, and less impact-absorbent. The San Storm was powered by a 1.2L petrol engine from Renault that was installed on a tubular steel chassis and coupled to a 5-speed manual gearbox. The majority of the body panels were hand-laid at San Motors' Goa plant, indicating a semi-custom build technique. Despite its distinctive positioning, the car's restricted dealer network, niche appeal, and lack of practicality caused it to struggle in the Indian market; yet, it is still a noteworthy attempt at producing sports cars domestically.