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Old 04-18-2012, 04:04 PM   #10 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by RunningStrong View Post
BMW did a concept car a few years ago with a fabric skin, and apparently it's a regular part of their design exercises.

The biggest issue is damage and washing. Perhaps cheap to repair, but difficult and even what would normally cause a stone chip could cause a considerable tear. And how on earth do you wash it?
Well, if it was removable...

Wife: Honey, what are you doing in the laundry room?

Husband: I'm washing the car!
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