In reply to mad_machine:
Rigidity and safety, probably. The earlier the unibody is involved, the more energy it can 'chew up' to save the occupants.
Either that, or a DEA conspiracy to reduce the number of places you can hide drugs going across the border.
iceracer wrote: I had a '57 Ford convertible that actually started to sag in the middle. Noticed it when trouble closing the doors.
The tin worms are winning!!!
The front seats, carpet, wiring harness, sunroof cassette and all the bolts/fixtures holding it in to an E36 weigh in at approx 450lbs and things have not got any lighter since 1998.
Here it is: http://youtu.be/HmRDM7GyJXE
Empty spaces? Check out how far the grille is from the engine or the front axles of an old Monte Carlo! I've seen cars, including the Monte Carlo that don't have a lot more space in their trunks.
Speaking of power windows. Did you ever notice the Europa came with power windows? Why, weight and SPACE. Where would he have put a window crank?
Giant Purple Snorklewacker wrote: The front seats, carpet, wiring harness, sunroof cassette and all the bolts/fixtures holding it in to an E36 weigh in at approx 450lbs and things have not got any lighter since 1998.
Holy crap!
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