Not only did it happen to the iconic Volkswagen Bus due to stricter regulations in Brazil, it also did not end well with the Fiat Uno, which was also fully built there.
Many successful models in Europe start a new life far beyond the sea after production has stopped here. Think of India, Brazil, Argentina, Australia. The Fiat Uno was built in Brazil and delivered as Uno and later as "Mille" and had to be fitted with an ABS braking system and airbags in accordance with the new regulations. The trolley started its second life there in 1990. Up to mid 2010, at least 10.000 items were sold every month. Because they were not only cheap, but also fit nicely in the lowest tax class. A total of 3,6 million copies were built. As a Fiat Uno, they were already there for sale in 1984.