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Old 09-09-2009, 03:03 AM   #11 (permalink)
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um wow...i thought i would like it, i love low roof/high beltline proportions, but that's just...uh...too far.

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Old 09-09-2009, 01:00 PM   #12 (permalink)
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HOLY ****

It's a sports car only if you can touch the ground with your hand while sitting it in....I think this qualifies as a sports car lol.
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i dont know if this is the same car but it looks almost the same and its for sale here 91 Geo Metro
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Old 09-23-2009, 09:43 PM   #14 (permalink)
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For parts only? WT?????

Gimme that car!
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Old 09-23-2009, 10:48 PM   #15 (permalink)
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There are statutory limits for top chopping and maybe this one got caught up in that.
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um wow...i thought i would like it, i love low roof/high beltline proportions, but that's just...uh...too far.
I have to agree, the proportions are way out.
It just looks awkward maybe too much side canvas, I'm having trouble putting my finger on it.
I guess it does have a low frontal area though!
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i assume that you chopped the convertible?
I still say that the geo metro drivetrain and engine should be in rear wheel drive.
low stream lined car.
It is easier to make an experimental aircraft than an experimental car!!!1
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Old 09-20-2010, 01:21 PM   #18 (permalink)
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Reminds me of the prelude being that low is nice now just drip it a few in the front and your set.
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Old 09-20-2010, 06:51 PM   #19 (permalink)
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Oooo, that sounds a bit nasty

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