Yet Another Microcar

[RLove]

Now Toyota has introduced a concept microcar....it looks surprisingly familiar:

http://www.motorauthority.com/news/c...ept/#more-3411

[SmartCard]

not to mention the VW new entry, also being debued in Frankfurt these week

http://www.motorauthority.com/news/c...acy-continues/

[lhoboy]

Both concept cars. I'm still waiting for the mid-engine Corvette after 40 years. Not worth wasting time contemplating the concept wet-dreams.

[MSOEMiller]

Originally Posted by RLove

Now Toyota has introduced a concept microcar....it looks surprisingly familiar:

I think it's pretty tough to make cars different when they are so small. It comes down to how much you can really do with 4 wheels, an engine, 2 seats, windows, and a box.

I'm still not on the side of the Chinese automakers though

[RLove]

Originally Posted by MSOEMiller

I think it's pretty tough to make cars different when they are so small. It comes down to how much you can really do with 4 wheels, an engine, 2 seats, windows, and a box.

I'm still not on the side of the Chinese automakers though

So, waiting for a micro car with long sweeping fenders and a luxurious cabin like a classic Auburn Speedster is out of the question? Aw, say it ain't so!

I guess you're right, when you're dealing with 8 feet or so, it's going to be hard to get terribly creative with styling. I guess i'll be sending my car to Chip Foose for some personalization.

[jonnysan]

It looks like many electric versions are coming out by '09-'10. PHEV's are definitely in my future for my purposes.