Man, the knowledge level here is awesome! There are about six to eighteen of us here that should start a company. We'll make a luxury sport model using Elio parts. Then we either join with Elio or do a kit car product. ( Hey! I like dreaming
) Most of the major makers do have a bench built dream car they sell as a marketing stunt, why not Elio Motors?
But on the aftermarket side, there's a million things that could be developed for the Elio. For example, since it's a MC with out bumper requirements, and Elio will only do crash-worthy versions, any number of nose panels could be made fairly easily, each one giving the Elio a totally new character at very low investment. There are a few interesting ideas I don't even want to talk about online. 'Cause I might do one or two. Just dreaming as usual.
Or wow, just add these things to the Elio Owners store! I might also consider that, I like product design and development but am adverse to running a store.