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peter scott



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PostPosted: Thu Mar 12, 2020 11:58 am    Post subject: A Very Nice Bean Reply with quote

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/1925-bean-model-12-4-drophead-manaul-convertible-petrol-manual/223933785622
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PostPosted: Thu Mar 12, 2020 12:08 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Yes, really smart. I wonder what the reasoning behind the curved door bottoms was? It seems like a lot of work, and makes it marginally less easy to clamber in and out of, when compared with conventionally-shaped doors.

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PostPosted: Thu Mar 12, 2020 12:50 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Perhaps it strengthens the body frame? I guess sharp corners are more likely to gouge your ankles if they hit you.

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PostPosted: Fri Mar 13, 2020 7:00 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

I notice the garage have an awful lot of cars advertised.
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PostPosted: Fri Mar 13, 2020 7:08 pm    Post subject: Reply with quote

Rick wrote:
Yes, really smart. I wonder what the reasoning behind the curved door bottoms was? It seems like a lot of work and makes it marginally less easy to clamber in and out of when compared with conventionally-shaped doors. RJ


A legacy from traditional stage-coach / coach-building days, perhaps?
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