Elise #3...24 pics, death to 56K

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No truly significant need for polishing since the owner did not want me to do that, so the simple wash, clay bar, RMG, and 476S. The gullwing roof was a handmade piece by Hunting Ridge Motors in CT. I knew it was handmade because the piece behind the gullwing panels was not completely smooth. Some dings remained, meaning the piece was probably shaped by an irish jig (I think that's the name of the machine). Lastly, as usual, everyone seemed to slow down and stare at this car. It's great to pretend to own the car! Enjoy the pics:

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[AUdakota]

looks good I love those cars.

PS are you thinking of the english wheel?

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Originally Posted by AUdakota

looks good I love those cars.

PS are you thinking of the english wheel?

Yes I believe so, but of course I am not 100% sure how that piece is made.

[Monte78Carlo2k1]

Wow that looks like a very fun and rewwarding detail there. Those cars are really cool!
Looks good.

[Diesel1]

Looks pretty damn good! I am shocked how naked the interiors are in those things! What's the purpose of the gullwing roof besides looking cool?

[TriumphGT6]

I'd think the gullwing roof is to not bang your head every in-out of the car.

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Thanks for the comments. The gullwing roof makes it easier to get in and out of the car...I believe the owner wanted the GF to have an easier time getting out of the car, because he told me he has never had to use it to get out of the car easier.

[sharky nrk]

looks sharp

[Scottwax]

Really neat car and very wet looking paint in the after shots.