JP
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I saw the Elio this past weekend in Richmond. I drove almost 4 hours each way with my dad to see it. We arrived about 4pm and there was a small line. I talked with several representatives as well as Jerome Vassallo
1. According to Jerome, the interior color-matched panels will be standard.
2. The dyno testing for the engine takes up to 6 months. When the engine is done, they will build the prototypes for crash testing and press releases.
3. I (6') and my dad (6'5") both fit in the car at the same time (me in backseat, him in driver's seat). Slightly cramped but it would work.
4. The interior panels were made of plastic, similar to the plastic that fisher price uses on it's outdoor toys. I am fine with this, as they are cheap and easy to clean.
5. The trunk is very small, big enough for only a backpack or small bag. I expect to use the rear seat a lot.
6. The final version will have the roof raised 2" to help with head room.
7. The final version will have a softer rear seat.
8. I had tons of forward visibility due to the long windows on my sides. A narrow windshield is no problem.
9. The paint had several cracks which somewhat concerned me. I chalked this up to being a prototype and being handled a lot.
10. All the optional body effects and skirts are a la carte, but no prices yet for options.
11. The Elgin dash is fantastic. The numbers are fine to read and very crisp. Jerome spun the gauges using a battery and they looked great.
12. There is tons of hip and leg room in the drivers seat.
13. I was worried about people not seeing the outrigger wheels, such as when pulling into a parking space next to you. Lights or reflector tape may remedy this.
Overall, I loved the car. It is very utilitarian but is comfortable and offers a big value. Mods feel free to move this if this isn't the place for it
1. According to Jerome, the interior color-matched panels will be standard.
2. The dyno testing for the engine takes up to 6 months. When the engine is done, they will build the prototypes for crash testing and press releases.
3. I (6') and my dad (6'5") both fit in the car at the same time (me in backseat, him in driver's seat). Slightly cramped but it would work.
4. The interior panels were made of plastic, similar to the plastic that fisher price uses on it's outdoor toys. I am fine with this, as they are cheap and easy to clean.
5. The trunk is very small, big enough for only a backpack or small bag. I expect to use the rear seat a lot.
6. The final version will have the roof raised 2" to help with head room.
7. The final version will have a softer rear seat.
8. I had tons of forward visibility due to the long windows on my sides. A narrow windshield is no problem.
9. The paint had several cracks which somewhat concerned me. I chalked this up to being a prototype and being handled a lot.
10. All the optional body effects and skirts are a la carte, but no prices yet for options.
11. The Elgin dash is fantastic. The numbers are fine to read and very crisp. Jerome spun the gauges using a battery and they looked great.
12. There is tons of hip and leg room in the drivers seat.
13. I was worried about people not seeing the outrigger wheels, such as when pulling into a parking space next to you. Lights or reflector tape may remedy this.
Overall, I loved the car. It is very utilitarian but is comfortable and offers a big value. Mods feel free to move this if this isn't the place for it
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