Whiskey11
SCCA Autoscrosser #23 STU
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SEMA 2012!
I don't care what suspension it has as long as the whole car is lighter. Aftermarket companies can improve the suspension. But dropping 500# off the curb weight without stripping the car of its amenities is nearly impossible.
There is a lot of paneling on the car that is still steel and doesn't need to be. The roof, doors, front quarter panels, trunk, etc that can all be aluminum or some other lighter material. There is a ton of weight in the suspension and the wheels and tires. Stuff on the interior as well. 500 might be a stretch but I can easily see 250-300 off the car in those areas. Especially if a turbo 4 is going in the base model.