<VV> Corvairs and Their Lack of Appeal

[Mark Corbin]

That's the problem. The majority don't actually care about good handling.
All they know is to put their foot on the floor and aim straight down the
road. Which is why drag racing is the most common sport with the
muscle/pony car set. And back in those days, that's all most cars could do
well. I've always teased my drag racing friends about the only skill needed
was a "calabrated brick", whereas road racing was where the REAL car
drivers were.

But as an old-time Corvair guy used to say, if he can beat them to the
first corner, he'll put them in his rear view mirror. I myself have blown
off any number of Boss Mustangs, Z-28 Camaros, etc. that same way. If all
such tales were told, we could write a book, a very thick book. LOL

-Mark


> [Original Message]
> From: Jeffrey B. Aronson <jrh at foxislands.net>
> Subject: <VV> Corvairs and Their Lack of Appeal
>
> In actuality, everyone of any age with a Corvair is a driver by 
> definition - the one defining characteristic of the car is that they 
> handle brilliantly. People who don't admire great handling will never be 
> attracted to the Corvair, and as enthusiasts, we're better off for it.
>
> Jeff Aronson
> Vinalhaven, ME
>