Yeah, that was my impression as well. Interesting, distinctive appearance - but slower than many 4-cylinder economy cars. This endeavor better start with a much healthier engine (and probably a more rugged transaxle, too).
The car's interior had poor ergonomics and was cramped, too - at least for my 6'1" frame.
I'm wondering whether this will be enough of a "new" car to mandate use of passive restraint systems and OBD-II compliance. Anyone know how the Avanti (former Studebaker Avanti) guys dealt with the those issues?
Yeah, the Avanti II were given a 327 Corvette engine. That overcame the "underpowered" issue, LOL.
It is a 150mph car.
But you are right about being cramped — but then most 2-seat sports cars are cramped. My biggest issue is the poor visibility through fairly small windows. Driving in the city on a rainy night was tough.