Q#66 - solved - 1969 Suzuki Fronte RP

Ray B. · September 24, 2008, 11:43:20 AM

Oops! Sorry. There was no offence meant, and no criticism at all about your grammar, which seemed perfect (and mine has many flaws). But I admit that I was teasing you a bit. To make it short, I think that there is no great achievement in solving puzzles by having the one who posted it lead you to the right answer by eliminating all the wrong ones one after another. See what I mean?

Allemano · September 24, 2008, 02:14:35 PM

Okay let's forget it!

You're welcome if you have a more intelligent strategy in this case!

Ray B. · September 24, 2008, 03:40:40 PM

I don't. Yet, believe me, I've also been trying to find that one, because I think I've already seen it. Maybe I'll come across again.

Quiller · September 24, 2008, 05:32:08 PM

Skipping over this correspondence, I don't know if you'll find this on the internet. But I have more than one image of this car...

Otto Puzzell · September 25, 2008, 02:30:09 AM

Up next on W.A.P.R radio, here's War, with their 1975 hit, Why can't We Be Friends?

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W5FfJ89rGPc&feature=related

Allemano · September 25, 2008, 02:45:17 AM

Nicole "A little bit of peace" (Ein bißchen Frieden)
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EEKdqzRbCSw

Otto Puzzell · September 25, 2008, 03:01:24 AM

I want a Coke...

Paul Jaray · December 03, 2008, 01:37:13 PM

Quote from: Otto Puzzell on September 25, 2008, 03:01:24 AM
I want a Coke...

This car is based on a Suzuki Fronte 360, the one with the cola-bottle shape....is the name FM-II ?
If it's not, who can say that in this reply there is not written the correct answer? So tecnically I gave the correct answer? Didn't I? Read between the lines...it's written...oh, whatever!

Quiller · December 05, 2008, 08:54:51 AM

Well that's a fabulous picture if nothing else! I've not come across the term 'FM-II' and I don't know what it signifies. And it isn't the name I have for the car, so I'll keep the puzzle open. But I think you deserve a point for unearthing this gem!

Paul Jaray · December 05, 2008, 09:01:01 AM

It's more than I expected! I know it's not an answer but just can't wait!

Arunas · February 13, 2009, 10:04:28 AM

Hello, Quiller! I have found this car as Suzuki Fronte RP. Sorry, I don't the year (they hasn't been asked).. Is it the right name?

Quiller · February 13, 2009, 11:27:15 AM

Quote from: Arunas on February 13, 2009, 10:04:28 AM
Hello, Quiller! I have found this car as Suzuki Fronte RP. Sorry, I don't the year (they hasn't been asked).. Is it the right name?

Hurrah!

Yes this is the Suzuki Fronte RP (from 1969). Here's what little I have about it:

It was a works racer based on the Fronte, whose 3-cyl two-stroke 360cc engine was converted to water cooling and enlarged to 475cc to kick out a surprisingly high 60bhp. Using a 5-sp gearbox, its 385kg weight helped it reach a top speed of 200kmh. It reportedly dominated its class on the track.

Allemano · February 15, 2009, 07:27:00 AM

Damned!

I even tried to get the name from my Japanese buddies — without any success. Still can't find any pictures on the internet.

Arunas · February 15, 2009, 07:44:24 AM

Quote from: Allemano on February 15, 2009, 07:27:00 AM
Damned! I even tried to get the name from my Japanese buddies — without any success. Still can't find any pictures on the internet.

I think it is impossible to find pictures of this car in the internet

Quiller · February 15, 2009, 02:25:40 PM

My pic came from a book, it's true

Quiller · February 19, 2009, 04:46:07 PM

Here's another colour pic

faksta · February 20, 2009, 03:04:51 AM

Those old Japanese racing cars are so extremely rare that even knowing a full name of the car, the drivers, years and some history you will hardly ever find any pictures of them in the internet.

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Q#66 - solved - 1969 Suzuki Fronte RP