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Old 19 Mar 2016, 13:48 (Ref:3624228)   #14
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I think is a good idea, then the ruleset and the implementation of the rules will define if it will be successful. It would be also interesting if the ACO makes the DPi and the LMP1 private compatible.
Honestly, you can see the irony behind this, if you consider that DPi will be an lmp2 chassis powered by a not spec engine, that basically is what r-one and CLM already are .

Back to topic, to me there is only GM really interested for a proper DPi! very likely mazda, HPD, someone else, will just fit an engine inside a standard lmp2 without any bodywork update. The reason to me is simple: why spend money in R&D for a custom bodywork, when will be bop to screw you?
just ask oreca...

The DPi concept is great, but 2017 is the wrong year. It'd be worked in 2012 as new DP3 gen, forcing ford and bmw to follow GM path.
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