Originally Posted by
latemodel21
The "flexing" of the R170 is definitely real. ANY time I put an R170 on the lift and open a door (while it is in the air), the window does NOT make it all the way back in place (if you shut the door while still on the lift).
But the flexing and rear tire size restrictions are prices that I am willing to pay for a sweet little folding-hardtop roadster (with more power than my 1965 GTO !)
Yes, I have observed that R170 flexing on the lift too
I also agree with your comments about the look of the R170, beautiful lines, and despite the flex they still handle very very well when in fine fettle .....................
Crossfire Coupe also has beautiful lines, and they handle very very well when in fine fettle with the addition that the Coupe can be used anywhere for my chosen form of Motorsport where a convertible cannot, and they will also hook up better if I run down the strip on the odd occasion
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No way will I ever sell my Blue V8 R170, but my Silver R170 SLK320 V6 has gotta go to free up a garage space for a Crossfire 6 speed MT V8 hoonigan