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Old 10-04-2024, 11:58 AM
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That's exactly what I was thinking, Tom! Many folks see side pipes as a styling gimmick, but the origin of the concept is definitely rooted in practicality. Moving the exhaust pipes to the side of the car allowed 427 Cobras to have a much lower center of gravity than the 289 FIA/USRRC cars without sacrificing ground clearance. Beautiful car!
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