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Dissappearing Car Door

Discussion in 'Gen 2 Prius Accessories & Modifications' started by efusco, Dec 5, 2007.

  1. efusco

    efusco Moderator Emeritus
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    http://www.disappearing-car-door.com/

    Interesting idea, looks cool and would have some obvious benefits...but I'm not sure it's entirely practical or cost effective.
     
    #1 efusco, Dec 5, 2007
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    This is actually pretty old and I think it was a one-off design.

    not a bad idea if it actually worked (heard it wasn't too reliable). Plus, that also means the interior door panel is quite bland.
     
    #2 Tideland Prius, Dec 5, 2007
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    patsparks An Aussie perspective

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    What a great idea, I would like to see this picked up by manufacturers. I wonder if it will fit the Prius? Imagine the looks of people watching the side of the car vanish!

    I'm too scared to ask how much or how heavy.

    The guy said no door dings but that only applies to the cars along side you.
     
    #3 patsparks, Dec 5, 2007
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    Damn, now that's COOL!!:D
     
    #4 Rangerdavid, Dec 5, 2007
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    Must have . . . for Oscar night.
     
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    It says they remove the "B" pillar. I wonder what that does to structural integrity and crashworthiness in a side impact.
     
    #6 daniel, Dec 20, 2007
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    Daaaaaaaaaammnn!!
    That's really cool...
     
    #7 Rae Vynn, Dec 20, 2007
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