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NeilBlanchard · 11-06-2009, 11:44 AM

Hi,

The main reason that VW did this was to reduce the frontal area -- the Cd is very low, as well; so the CdA is probably better than any road-worthy 2-seat car.

I also like the very tiny side view video mirrors.

11-06-2009, 11:44 AM	#5 (permalink)
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