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Blue Nose

Discussion in 'Model 3' started by vfx, Feb 25, 2013.

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  1. JRP3

    JRP3 Hyperactive Member

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    Correct. Someone was going to do an EV version of it but I don't think it ever came about.
     
  2. Vexar

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    Did the Nucleon ever work? With proper atomic shielding, it looks like a 10,000 pound 2-seat vehicle.
     
  3. mknox

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    1959 GM Firebird III and Firebird IV:

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  4. art

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    with very little air intake the sky is the limit. let an artist use his or her imagination, and the front end can be painted on with a 3M protective film to protect the front of the car from road rash. saving millions in production cost with less material. Tesla you owe me a new car for all the free info im giving you in new patents. have fun.
     
  5. brianman

    brianman Burrito Founder

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    Love those pics, mknox.
     
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    The newer the Batmobile gets, the less you see the grille too...

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  7. Jeeps17

    Jeeps17 Cath Jockey in a P85

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    Your question just reminded me of the Audi from I Robot (awful movie, cool car !):

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  8. JRP3

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    Talk about bad aerodyanmics, looks like it's already been in a wreck and they slapped pieces back on it.
     
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    All the design posted here are terrible and represent the old values of EVs "oh look an ugly car, must be an EV"
    I hope Tesla either really really does a good job with a design without a grill, or it keeps the fake grill in some way.
     
  10. mknox

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    Gotta love those '50's fins! I actually saw the Firebird III in person, and it's as awesome as it looks in pictures.

    When I was a kid, my Dad drove a '59 Coupe deVille. All my friends called it the Batmobile!

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    Google and Tesla's new partnership? Sit back, relax and let your car do the driving:smile: These are the red nose and red nose versions. Couldn't find the Blue nose design.

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