the way the new cars look?

DanJR1 · 26 Mar 2005, 10:55 (Ref:1262197)

is it me or do others think that the new prototypes look a bit stupid with the other driver headrest? a double roll over would look better (audi R8R). I dont see how having two headrests and that achieves anything

Fab · 26 Mar 2005, 11:42 (Ref:1262238)

I have to admit that I don't like the new prototypes' look very much : they look too high on the sides, and the double headrest don't give justice to the general shape.

Not a success, estheticaly talking, IMHO.

Duffacus · 26 Mar 2005, 12:53 (Ref:1262271)

Fab, I agree with your quote about the height, some touring cars seem to look lower then the new protos! I too am also not keen on the double headrest. I think Courage have done a better job on the headrest for the C65 then what Lola have done for example, by having the passenger rollbar lower then the drivers.

I don't know if you have seen the new Dome S101 hybrid chassis (I saw it on DSC), I think they have done the best they can with it but give me the old Dome S101 anyday!

I suppose we better start getting used to it though

JAG · 26 Mar 2005, 13:27 (Ref:1262293)

The old LMP900/675s were looking too much like a single seater.

I actually prefare the double hoops, particualrly the two single hooops fitted to the Lola.

The ride height doesn't seem as pronounced on the full reg cars compared to the hybrids, particulalry the NASAMAX.

How cool is the Dome HB:-

http://www.dome.co.jp/column/column_suzuki_04.html

Spiteful · 26 Mar 2005, 13:33 (Ref:1262296)

When viewed from near ground level, they do look too high, and those tail plates are butt ugly. The twin headrests don't bother me much, though I agree with Duffacus on the passenger rollbar.
I can't say the lmp675 c65 looks much better than the lmp2, same with Dome s101 and hb. The Lucchini and the new Lola look great too imo. Come to think of it, there arent that much protos that I don't like

So I guess the new rules don't mean much to me, aesthetically
I'm still eagerly awaiting a roofed lmp, then we'll talk beauty

Spiteful · 26 Mar 2005, 13:34 (Ref:1262297)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Spiteful

Come to think of it, there arent that much protos that I don't like

Right. Forgot about the Nasamax.

JAG · 26 Mar 2005, 13:45 (Ref:1262302)

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Originally Posted by Spiteful

, and those tail plates are butt ugly.

Do you mean the plates behind the car or the wing endplates?

They are my favourite part of the car

, I guess they remined me of the 3.5 atmo cars like the XJR-14 and 905B.

Spiteful · 26 Mar 2005, 13:50 (Ref:1262304)

The ugly ones
I like the deep endplates

kdr · 26 Mar 2005, 13:58 (Ref:1262309)

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Originally Posted by JAG

How cool is the Dome HB:- ]

how cool? waaaaaay cool!

Spiteful · 26 Mar 2005, 14:48 (Ref:1262329)

cool like a fool in a swimming pool

brielga · 26 Mar 2005, 14:56 (Ref:1262330)

You think they'll keep it pitch black for LM? who will be their sponsor?

Fab · 26 Mar 2005, 15:10 (Ref:1262342)

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Originally Posted by brielga

You think they'll keep it pitch black for LM? who will be their sponsor?

The nightrider !

billnchristy · 26 Mar 2005, 15:22 (Ref:1262346)

I thought the new lola looked good until i saw it from the sides...then it appears to have been slightly crushed a little...it seems like it should be much longer than it is....that dome is smooth though!!

Is RfH gonna use them or the old ones?

**Dani Filth** · 26 Mar 2005, 15:41 (Ref:1262356)

Quote:

Originally Posted by JAG

Do you mean the plates behind the car or the wing endplates?

They are my favourite part of the car

, I guess they remined me of the 3.5 atmo cars like the XJR-14 and 905B.

i like those too . looks very interesting .

JAG · 26 Mar 2005, 15:57 (Ref:1262362)

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Originally Posted by billnchristy

I thought the new lola looked good until i saw it from the sides...then it appears to have been slightly crushed a little...it seems like it should be much longer than it is....that dome is smooth though!!

Is RfH gonna use them or the old ones?

Will be interesting to see if the LMP1 Lola has a long tail.

BTW, RFH will use the old car. Next year who knows.

Tim Northcutt · 26 Mar 2005, 16:31 (Ref:1262377)

Quote:

Originally Posted by Dani Filth

i like those too . looks very interesting .

To be honest, Dani Filth, I kinda like the "Twin Roll Hoops" on the chassis that is pictured below your name whenever you post a statement in a thread

**Dani Filth** · 26 Mar 2005, 17:03 (Ref:1262389)

ooooo . me blushes :"> :"> :">

bernard b · 26 Mar 2005, 18:03 (Ref:1262420)

Quote:

Originally Posted by DanJR1

... the new prototypes look a bit stupid with the other driver headrest? ...

always makes me think there 's a place for me near the drivers ...

**PascaLM** · 26 Mar 2005, 18:35 (Ref:1262437)

I don't like the way the aerodynamics is now confined into restrictive rules.

I would prefer a less powerful engine on a beautiful car with a smart and fine bodywork.
I don't like the new height of the sides, and above all the rear part with the boxes behind the wheels.
If the engines were less powerful, you could recover a same speed in the straights with a better aerodynamic fineness, and then less speed in curves. What does mean 50 or 60 litres of petrol / 100 kms today ?
And please, remove the chicanes, let the most powerful engines for GT1 and 2 which are heavier cars and let the prototypes being prototypes.

In any case, we will get used to see thies new LMP, year after year !

Fab · 27 Mar 2005, 04:54 (Ref:1262682)

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Originally Posted by PascaLM

I don't like... the rear part with the boxes behind the wheels.

I forgot that ! Butt ugly, if you ask me...

Quote:

Originally Posted by PascaLM

And please, remove the chicanes

*sigh*

... and create a public area in Les Hunaudières...

lj79 · 27 Mar 2005, 09:18 (Ref:1262749)

So far the new cars are dogs, with the Dome being slightly better.

Diddy rear wings, diddy endplates, ugly boxes by the tunnels, ride height, roll hoops, short tails etc.

The Lola with its long nose and short tail looks like a cheese wedge.

Hopefully they will be nicer in the flesh.

**GTRMagic** · 27 Mar 2005, 09:21 (Ref:1262750)

Hey at least they are better than the Daytona Prototypes

bernard b · 27 Mar 2005, 09:38 (Ref:1262760)

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Originally Posted by GTRMagic

Hey at least they are better than the Daytona Prototypes

touché !

bernard b · 27 Mar 2005, 09:43 (Ref:1262764)

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Originally Posted by Fab

... and create a public area in Les Hunaudières...

[DREAMING MODE]
I always thought a good place would be just outside the curve
we could see the cars approach all the straight long and see them dissapear at the "hump"
[/DREAMING MODE]

aeroehl · 27 Mar 2005, 15:39 (Ref:1262959)

I want to see what the closed top Riley P1 looks like.

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