"A major investor backed out last minute."...... and you KNOW this how? And WHY would a major investor "back out" on such a good deal, and sure thing? Sure "things change", but NO REASON was given. "what kind of country do we live in nowadays?"..... apparently, one in which people are allowed to demonstrate their intellect and maturity by 'name calling'..... instead of a concise and cogent rebuttal. As far as 'free samples'; Elio Motors does not even have a "Finished Sample", to demonstrate any of their 'claims'..... 84mpg, $6,800, Superior Safety, 90% American Made. ZERO for Four..... of their 'Major Pillars'. Wouldn't it be nice, if they could PROVE at least ONE of their claims......after seven years?