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Discussion in 'California (Southern)' started by Brav, Feb 2, 2008.

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  1. Brav

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    #1 Brav, Feb 2, 2008
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  2. FastRed355

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    #2 FastRed355, Feb 2, 2008
    Pretty cool!
    Looks like a great concept. I hope it takes off and they sell a lot.
    When do you take delivery of yours?
     
  3. TopElement

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    #3 TopElement, Feb 2, 2008
    Did some consulting for them on manufacturing of the body. Interesting ideas they have going on. Cool looking car, and will be interesting to see how well it works.
     
  4. Brav

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    #4 Brav, Feb 2, 2008
    No idea on delivery - probably mid of next year I'd guess. They begin mfg end of this year.

    TopElement - do you work for a composite co?
     
  5. zsnnf

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    #5 zsnnf, Feb 2, 2008
    Um..... NO!
     
  6. Jackmb1

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    #6 Jackmb1, Feb 2, 2008
    Very cool. I hope this takes off.
     
  7. TG

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    #7 TG, Feb 2, 2008
    Matte Black with tint, then it'd have my order. :)
     
  8. TopElement

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    #8 TopElement, Feb 3, 2008

    I run my own composites manufacturing company, but also do consulting for others.
     
  9. MITengineer

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    #9 MITengineer, Feb 3, 2008
    Wow! Thats actually an amazing vehicle! Brav, once you get it I would be extremely interested to see it.
     
  10. Argento360

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    #10 Argento360, Feb 3, 2008
    Too cool. I'm in: Production Slot: 1197.

    JTW
     
  11. Brav

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    #11 Brav, Feb 3, 2008
    I'm 1191 :)
     
  12. Protouring442

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    #12 Protouring442, Feb 3, 2008
    How does that thing pass crash standards? Side Impact? Roll over?

    Looks kinda cool though.

    Shiny Side Up!
    Bill
     
  13. Cannoli

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    #13 Cannoli, Feb 3, 2008
    I like it ... nice vid at the company's website.

    Aptera is NOT in San Diego - it's in Carlsbad.
     
  14. Brav

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    #14 Brav, Feb 3, 2008

    Just as any other car would. Supposedly it exceeds government regulations for safety. Composites are quite different than standard metal construction, design and load forces are entirely different. F1 safety pod/cockpits are built in a similar way out of composite materials. Very strong.
     
  15. Z06Kal

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    #15 Z06Kal, Feb 3, 2008
    This is a fantastic design. I have seen a few videos detailing it. Very Very cool. Some of the safety concepts are quite impressive.
     
  16. SY_ELISE

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    #16 SY_ELISE, Feb 3, 2008
    Aptera Reservation Details:
    First Name: Brian
    Last Name:
    Address:
    City: valencia
    State:
    Zip:
    Email:

    Payment Information:
    Amount: 500.00
    Card Type: Mastercard
    Card Number: xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
    Card Expiration: 0x/0x
    Transaction ID: 167282xxxx
    Approval Code: 592xxx

    Typ1 Options Chosen:
    Electric/Hybrid: Electric
    Production Slot: 838
     
  17. Brav

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    #17 Brav, Feb 3, 2008
    Nice Brian! Ahead of the game.. When did you order, few mos back? I am getting the hybrid version.
     
  18. SY_ELISE

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    #18 SY_ELISE, Feb 3, 2008
    I ordered mine on December 25th. I'm having mixed feeling about the car. I keep wondering how it will drive/feel. I cant wait to test drive it and make my final decision. I really like the design though. Have you checked out the videos on youtube?
     
  19. SY_ELISE

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    #19 SY_ELISE, Feb 3, 2008
    Where you driving on Burbank Blvd on Friday? I saw a Noble M12 in Black.
     
  20. Brav

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    #20 Brav, Feb 4, 2008
    Wasnt me - my car is in for a respray from my accumulation of rock chips.

    I have seen a few videos. It should handle pretty well if they have put any amount of thought and engineering into it. the T-rex is similar, and is extremely stable. Since this isnt really a high performance (save for mileage) machine, I'd imagine it will handle pretty naturally with the right engineering. It will have a pretty wide track, low CG and low weight.
     
  21. Dilancer

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    #21 Dilancer, Feb 4, 2008
    Looks like a very cool car. Can't wait to see one on the road.
     
  22. Protouring442

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    #22 Protouring442, Feb 4, 2008
    I was thinking more about crumple zones, not strength... Still, as some sort of commuter car, it looks cool to me!

    Shiny Side Up!
    Bill
     
  23. SY_ELISE

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    #23 SY_ELISE, Feb 4, 2008
  24. donoe

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    #24 donoe, Feb 5, 2008
    Aptera looks cool! ENZO doors under $30K :D Doing more read up as days go, think'n of ordering one thou. Test drive or not, 300mpg what gets me. I average about 250+ miles a day of driving, and thats more gas money than lunch money. Wonder a 4 seater will be available?

    -B
     
  25. KraigG

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    #25 KraigG, Feb 7, 2008
    As a CA resident, 300 MPH would be more appealing to me :)
     
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