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Originally Posted by ZDan
For cars with beautiful and functional designs, no. Like the shape of the S2000's front fenders, they are nicely curved and flow around the wheel openings with minimal height and minimal clearances for wheel movement. The artistry of where the break lines are don't modify the functionality of the basic shape. Gorgeous, and functional.
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If I'm 100% honest, I'm not a huge fan of the S2000's looks so I'm not the best judge, but I do get your point as far as the fender designs. Overall though, the flat flying wedge convertible design just isn't my thing.
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Originally Posted by ZDan
FT86 unnecessary fender bumps are in contrast non-functional and gimmicky. Though they do look kinda cool in a way. Just like the fender bumps on a 1971 AMC Javelin do.
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The Javelin front fenders serve to balance out the rear arches, but yes both are pretty much just for looks, which I suppose in itself is a functional purpose, just not mechanical or aerodynamic function.
I wouldn't say they are non-functional on the 86. They serve the original design purpose of being a visual reference when driving and cornering. You would not have that with a flat fender. I find it very useful.
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Meanwhile a 1971 Ferrari Daytona doesn't have this styling gimmick :hmm:
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Doesn't the Daytona basically have a full fender "bulge" where the fender peak is higher than the hood? Seems like a variation of the same theme to me. I suppose there may be some aero functionality in the design. You can see what I'm referring to in the shot below, although this is a '73.
