Fred,
I also think the BMW "Z" is very distinctive. I think most people will not
confuse it with any
other car. It is sort of ugly. The sedan version is worse, but I like the
ugly duckling.
I agree that the curves and proportions are all in the right places.
just my HO.
-Tony
>Depends on HOW it is done. When I say the Z would be
>a good basis for a TR renaissance it's because the Z
>is mechanically a great automobile, and posesses some
>key elements I believe are essential in a Triumph.
>
>So far as styling goes--While I understand styling is
>a very personal thing, I don't think anyone can argue
>that the Z's styling is anything _but_ distinctive.
>Like it or not it is instantly recognizable. The same
>can be said for many of our friendly LBCs. (To avoid
>goring anyone's ox I won't name any in particular, but
>there are some LBCs which IMHO come pretty close to
>being "butt ugly.")
>The basic elements are there. Long bonnet, short
>decklid, bulges in the right places, big motor. The
>formula could work. Just make sure to make it a
>Triumph. Hmm. What does that mean exactly?
>My $0.02 worth...
>Fred Marks
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