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Old 03-19-2008, 01:45 PM   #107 (permalink)
goatgary
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Re: NYIAS 08: 2009 Pontiac Solstice Coupe

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Originally Posted by logansowner View Post
The convertible version of most cars is heavier because of the extra parts needed to keep it from snapping in half without the rigidity of a roof. THe roof itself is light, but the extra steel to keep it straight isn't.

But I never took into account that this car was designed as a vert first, not second like most cases, which was said by a GMI staff member.
Exactly! Also they said it was only a tad heavier and that the performance numbers shouldn't change.
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