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Old 24 Feb 2004, 06:22 pm
Joseph Oberlander
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Default Re: At what point does a car become not worth keeping?

Peter Hill wrote:

> Requirements.
> 1: sleek 3 door fastback coupe. To prevent argument over term 'sleek'
> the overall height + height of bonnet - height of wheel arch (both in
> line with front wheel axle) must be less than 1.45m (57in).
> 2: 0-60mph less than 7.5 sec.
> 3: be able to get a 26in frame racing bicycle in the back without
> having to take the front wheel out. (will go in Micra/March if you
> take wheel off)
> 4: 2+2 with ample rear leg room for adults for short trips. Unlike my
> neighbours Jag XK8, his daughter has to take the train.
> 5: Light weight - kerb less than 1250Kg (2755lbs)


Sounds a lot like a Matrix.

> If I wanted to be really demanding I could throw in RWD.


Tricky I also have no love for FWD.

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