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[Closed] Two Packard concepts, the Request and the Predictor (pics)

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Graeme Ogg
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Re the Predictor ...

Where did they get the bit about it displaying a "realistic approach to functional styling"?

Oh, now I remember. Giant wraparound screens avoid any visual blind spots. Tailfins aid stability at speed. A roll-down rear window lets you suck health-giving exhaust fumes into the interior. Semi-enclosed front wheels stop you attempting potentially dangerous U-turns. And an extra ton of styling sheet metal helps the car hug the road better.

Gee whiz, cars were just so much more FUNCTIONAL in those days. I love it!


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John Kuvakas
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A great and informative post, David. Thanks.


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Remember "road-hugging weight?"


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Graeme Ogg
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Oh, yes indeed. And it also worked pretty well on grass.

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John Kuvakas
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Before I saw the picture I had a completely different idea of what your post was about.


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Graeme Ogg
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Do tell.


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