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Gawd I want to build one of these |
Gigamight |
Nov 4 2009, 09:31 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 220 Joined: 8-June 09 From: Near Akron, Ohio Member No.: 10,454 Region Association: Middle East |
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Of course, I suppose I could just buy an Alfa Romeo Spyder. But seriously, except for the stupid thing on the front hood, I love this customization. Are these kits available ya think? I even like the indent behind the handles. |
tat2dphreak |
Nov 4 2009, 09:34 AM
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stoya, stoya, stoya Group: Benefactors Posts: 8,797 Joined: 6-June 03 From: Wylie, TX Member No.: 792 Region Association: Southwest Region |
I like (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif)
the 76 bumpers seem to really lengthen it, making it look even more flat (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) very nice... and a -6 to boot! |
Gigamight |
Nov 4 2009, 09:40 AM
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Member Group: Members Posts: 220 Joined: 8-June 09 From: Near Akron, Ohio Member No.: 10,454 Region Association: Middle East |
I like (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) the 76 bumpers seem to really lengthen it, making it look even more flat (IMG:style_emoticons/default/biggrin.gif) very nice... and a -6 to boot! Good point. This is one instance that the chrome bumpers would probably ruin the look of the whole car. |
tat2dphreak |
Nov 4 2009, 09:51 AM
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stoya, stoya, stoya Group: Benefactors Posts: 8,797 Joined: 6-June 03 From: Wylie, TX Member No.: 792 Region Association: Southwest Region |
QUOTE Good point. This is one instance that the chrome bumpers would probably ruin the look of the whole car. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) it really looks like a nice car... only thing I worry about on the 'vert conversion is the heat... but he vented the rear just past the engine, and put small air scoops on the side... and it all looks very well done. |
zymurgist |
Nov 4 2009, 10:06 AM
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"Ace" Mechanic Group: Members Posts: 7,411 Joined: 9-June 05 From: Hagerstown, MD Member No.: 4,238 Region Association: None |
The battery is in the same location as on Babydoll! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/wink.gif)
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Rod |
Nov 4 2009, 10:27 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 617 Joined: 1-January 08 From: Farnham UK Member No.: 8,526 Region Association: England |
Am I wrong in absolutely loving that?
My only query would be cooling and noise from the engine behind you? Another thing I love is the speaker delete and the carpet in its place. I wonder if those extended door handle scoops actually feed the six hungry carbs? If so I bet the sound with your ear up next to them is sublime!!! I'm really tempted to come to the USA on Holiday and check it out... |
zymurgist |
Nov 4 2009, 10:32 AM
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flipb |
Nov 4 2009, 10:35 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 1,754 Joined: 2-September 09 From: Fairfax, VA Member No.: 10,752 Region Association: MidAtlantic Region |
I like it a lot, but the side vents are very 80's styling. Someone needs to photoshop up what they might look like if we designed this today. Maybe something low-mounted like the original Boxster concept car.
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Rod |
Nov 4 2009, 10:37 AM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 617 Joined: 1-January 08 From: Farnham UK Member No.: 8,526 Region Association: England |
I like it a lot, but the side vents are very 80's styling. Someone needs to photoshop up what they might look like if we designed this today. Maybe something low-mounted like the original Boxster concept car. I'll do this later. I'll put Chrome bumpers on too, I actually reckon it will look better with them on - more of a go-cart look. Hold on an idea - I'll do this too.... Wide arches, modern 911 Turbo rims. FG bumpers, I can't remember which sort I like the best, but I think they would really suit it.. Right, where's that extra garage space to store it... |
Bruce Hinds |
Nov 4 2009, 11:09 AM
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V-8 madness Group: Members Posts: 734 Joined: 27-December 06 From: Port Orchard, WA Member No.: 7,391 Region Association: Pacific Northwest |
That is a great looking Car! I've loved the concept ever since I first saw it more than 15(?) years ago. I've often wondered about the 4" lower roof line. With the top being curved and perhaps thinner, do you still lose 4" head room. I'm 6'3" so that would be critical.
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carr914 |
Nov 4 2009, 01:54 PM
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Racer from Birth Group: Members Posts: 121,083 Joined: 2-February 04 From: Tampa,FL Member No.: 1,623 Region Association: South East States |
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carr914 |
Nov 4 2009, 02:00 PM
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Racer from Birth Group: Members Posts: 121,083 Joined: 2-February 04 From: Tampa,FL Member No.: 1,623 Region Association: South East States |
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andys |
Nov 4 2009, 02:07 PM
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I like the way the turn signal pods have been angled back then rounded off; really helps modernize the car in a very subtle but effective way.
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Bruce Hinds |
Nov 4 2009, 02:56 PM
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tat2dphreak |
Nov 4 2009, 02:59 PM
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stoya, stoya, stoya Group: Benefactors Posts: 8,797 Joined: 6-June 03 From: Wylie, TX Member No.: 792 Region Association: Southwest Region |
I like the way the turn signal pods have been angled back then rounded off; really helps modernize the car in a very subtle but effective way. Andys Wow, I didn't even notice that! (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) don't feel bad, I didn't either... I noticed the windshield but not the turn signals.... wonder how hard that is? (IMG:style_emoticons/default/idea.gif) |
SirAndy |
Nov 4 2009, 03:16 PM
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Resident German Group: Admin Posts: 41,815 Joined: 21-January 03 From: Oakland, Kalifornia Member No.: 179 Region Association: Northern California |
My only query would be cooling and noise from the engine behind you? That, plus the lack of rollover protection and the lack of headrests. A friend of mine died in a minor accident. He was driving a car without headrests. No injuries other than a broken neck ... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/shades.gif) Andy |
Elliot Cannon |
Nov 4 2009, 03:53 PM
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914 Guru Group: Retired Members Posts: 8,487 Joined: 29-December 06 From: Paso Robles Ca. (Central coast) Member No.: 7,407 Region Association: None |
I think this is the car that sold at auction in Paso Robles last year. It sold for $4200. It was a no reserve auction and I didn't get registered in time to bid on it. It will be interesting to see what it sells for.
Cheers, Elliot |
Elliot Cannon |
Nov 4 2009, 03:55 PM
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914 Guru Group: Retired Members Posts: 8,487 Joined: 29-December 06 From: Paso Robles Ca. (Central coast) Member No.: 7,407 Region Association: None |
My only query would be cooling and noise from the engine behind you? That, plus the lack of rollover protection and the lack of headrests. A friend of mine died in a minor accident. He was driving a car without headrests. No injuries other than a broken neck ... (IMG:style_emoticons/default/shades.gif) Andy (IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) If the car where mine the first thing I would do is install a roll bar and head rests. |
RoadGlue |
Nov 4 2009, 04:04 PM
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Sonoma County Gear Head Group: Admin Posts: 2,033 Joined: 8-January 03 From: Santa Rosa, CA Member No.: 108 Region Association: Northern California |
(IMG:style_emoticons/default/agree.gif) If the car where mine the first thing I would do is install a roll bar and head rests. ... and the targa bar, the stock bits, etc etc. Wait a sec... yeah the styling doesn't do it for me. If you want a Fiat, just buy a Fiat. (IMG:style_emoticons/default/tongue.gif) Been there, done that. |
Rod |
Nov 4 2009, 04:23 PM
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Senior Member Group: Members Posts: 617 Joined: 1-January 08 From: Farnham UK Member No.: 8,526 Region Association: England |
Ok SirAndys post and the recent rollbar thread has just totally put me off it..
I'll stick to my LS6 Wide arched, hard top, Cup alloy motor :0 |
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