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03-05-2013, 09:41 AM

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Quote:

Probe-IV
Ford's concept car,Probe-IV had a completely smooth belly and yet,had a moveable front airdam which lowered into position above 40-mph for even greater drag reduction.

from: http://ecomodder.com/forum/showthrea...tml#post162040

Sorry, no photo or details.

I seem to recall Mitsu's 3000 GT also had an active front dam as well.... yup:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xvJLb1s2NNw

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