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Old 05-22-2008, 05:28 PM   #86
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Originally Posted by garfin View Post
Been watching this thread and it looks like a couple of observant people are picking up on the fact this car utilizes a large one-piece structure encompassing the quarter panels, rockers, and roof rails... and we have been specifically cleared to talk about this aspect of the car!
This car is very solid in structure as a result. The engineers pointed out how difficult and how much work is involved in doing this. Needless to say, they made it very clear how proud they were of being able to achieve this. Apparently, it's a bit of an engineering marvel.
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Elie
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Thanks Elie

Structural rigidity is one of the aspects of a sports car that I am probably overly obsessed with. There's nothing worse than a car that has a great engine and suspension but behaves like a wet noodle when pushed hard around corners and driving aggressively. Glad to hear the engineering team addressed this properly.
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Also think about how this will enhance the Vert!...I think I might have to seriously consider the vert now.

From what we know about the V6 and now this...The V6 vert might be the perfect match...Performance/MPG & Vert. These will sell like Hot Cakes!!!!
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