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Old 09-26-2009, 03:38 PM
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Per "Mercedes-Benz T80" -- designed by Dr. Ferdinand Porsche, on display @ Mercedes Museum.

Two wings prevent the vehicle from veering off course through a patented "downforce" mechanism.

The engine was removed for use in a conventional fighter aircraft.




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Originally Posted by curve lover
Per "Mercedes-Benz T80" -- designed by Dr. Ferdinand Porsche, on display @ Mercedes Museum.

Two wings prevent the vehicle from veering off course through a patented "downforce" mechanism.

The engine was removed for use in a conventional fighter aircraft.





That B/W Gif gives the illusion of looking out a dark bunker out to a building in the distance.



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