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for the critics who diss'd the 914s' design... |
1970 Neun vierzehn |
Jan 15 2010, 11:52 PM
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Advanced Member Group: Members Posts: 3,199 Joined: 16-March 06 From: cincinnati, ohio Member No.: 5,727 |
Perhaps these "classics" would make you nostalgic for the days when you'd dare call the 914s' "styling" "awkward". Compared to many of todays' automotive styling exercises, I'd say the 914 is an example of restraint, clarity and purposeful design.
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jhadler |
Jan 19 2010, 02:40 PM
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Long term tinkerer... Group: Members Posts: 1,879 Joined: 7-April 03 From: Lyons, CO Member No.: 529 |
I have to agree for the most part on the aforementioned modern cars. Oh, the Aztec, that one still hurts my metal eye...However, I disagree on the Prius. That is a car built with the same philosophy as the 914. Function. The car has low drag, is capable of considerable range and mileage, and can still carry four passengers and still room in the trunk. Try that with an Insight!
Sure, it's not a sleek and sporty car, but that wasn't the target audience to begin with. They refined the concept of a high efficiency car and made it acceptable to the general public. The insight is a car of superior engineering, but failed because very few people want a two-seater that's slower than dirt. The Prius isn't fast, but it's not a dog either. No, I don't own a Prius. I like them, but I wouldn't sell the 914 to have one. Even if it -did- run... A Tesla on the other hand... -Josh2 |
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