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An Ode to Duck Tails

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  1. ryalex

    ryalex Two Time F1 World Champ Consultant Owner

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    I love cars with duck tails. There is something about the shape that I'm drawn to - and of the cars I hope to have someday, at least 3 of them have ducktails. I've included the 250 GTO here because I love the shape of the car, even though I probably will never own one myself... to be honest, I'd spend the money on something else - McLaren F1, perhaps - before I could save up enough for a 250. Then again, the 250 GTO seems to be more of a "windfall" car people buy after selling a company or getting a big contract, etc., rather than a car you save nickels and dimes to buy.
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    Amen Ryan! Nothing like an old duck tail on a 911 2.7 RS :)

    Actually, one of my favorite aspects of the 355 is its very slight duck tail on the rear. One of the most pleasing features of the car's design, in my opinion!
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    Ah yes, that slipped my mind. I like that too! The Testarossa also has a barely noticeable upturn at the tail but I didn't think it qualified on this list.
     
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    Ryan -

    If I had known I would have shown you my ducktail in the garage. (that is NOT a sexual reference!). Here are some action shots:

    http://www.hart-photography.com/2005/msr/md051505/rc/albums.html

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    That fits the 'bill' for the duck tail too! I'll take my '97 in blue w/white stripes though :D :D
     
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    Yeah, *that* would have made the difference...


    Where's that petrolheads graphic "SAAB: The Car Made By People Who Can't Draw"
     
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    My first car (1980 Saab 900 turbo) had a spoiler similar to that. From an ergonomics standpoint- still probably the best car I've ever driven (LOVED that manual sunroof - pop it open really quick & stick your head out :) ). On many other points it wasn't so hot (cripes I won't own another front wheel drive car again!).
     
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