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Old 01-16-2013, 11:06 PM   #15 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by ERTW View Post
I have said before (nothing original) that sharp edges kill aero. The rear fenders are sharp...I believe the nascar spoiler is key to making the rear end work. I'll try to find the aerodynamicist at NAIAS on Thursday and question him on that.

I'm still unsure how tilting the rad forward reduces lift.

btw, the Vette is rated at 17/30 mpg...
A buddy of mine has a 98 model that gets 30mpg highway. He asked at the dealership and was told that is common. No wonder you don't see too many Corvette ads...

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Originally Posted by Frank Lee View Post
It has some nice design elements but overall it's too busy for me. I have a particular dislike for Chevy's taillight design theme, which appears in some form in other models too. Still, if one was in my driveway, I'd like it to stay there.
I'd keep one if it happened to be in the driveway too!
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