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Old 12-15-2013, 11:30 AM   #233 (permalink)
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Originally Posted by m4a1mustang View Post
I think 3200s is going to be possible for the Ecoboost model which will undoubtedly be the lightest and better balanced of the bunch. I think the V8 will be a winner if it can close in on the better part of 3400lbs.

A lot of people are concerned about the weight savings... where could you pull weight off the S197 chassis to drop the required 200+ lbs? They are forgetting that the S550 is an entirely new chassis developed for this car. There's over a decade's gap of technology between the two platforms. The only thing in common with the S197 is the wheel base. Everything else is brand new.
My bad, I was talking about 3200 for the GT some were touting. Still don't see how they can make that without going with a lot more expensive materials or a much smaller frame. I guess time will tell.
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