Again, I don't know much about the pictured car.
For one point, please respond and tell me the base, the year and what its inventor had in mind. Additional information is very welcome.
No interest in this down in Rookieville.
Is this a turbine-powered car?
No, it isn't
Front wheel drive then?
I'm not completely sure, but I think so.
Pro food
Possibly based on a French car?
Oui
The time has come to establish where this car originates from.
European? but in particular France?
Yes, it is French
And the year is 1953 ;D
Amphibious 2CV based vehicle?
Quote from: João on March 06, 2011, 06:46:47 PM
And the year is 1953 ;D
I don't have my source at hand, but I think it is 1953.
Quote from: woodinsight on March 07, 2011, 12:25:35 AM
Amphibious 2CV based vehicle?
Neither 2 CV based, nor amphibious. With that grille size, it would rather be a submarine :D
Quote from: Wendax on March 07, 2011, 02:23:54 AM
Quote from: woodinsight on March 07, 2011, 12:25:35 AM
Amphibious 2CV based vehicle?
Neither 2 CV based, nor amphibious. With that grille size, it would rather be a submarine :D
I know - that was just a 'tongue in cheek' remark! ;D
Is this "submarine" Panhard-based?
Yes, it is Panhard-based. What did his inventor have in mind?
If appearance is anything to go by, it certainly wouldn't have an overheating problem...
Does it have anything to do with the method of propulsion?
Not directly
I found two more pictures.
Anything to do with aerodynamics and engine cooling?
Well, since I don't know too much either about it, I accept aerodynamics as the missing keyword. :)
This car was built in 1953 based on a Panhard X by a teacher from Le Mans, who wanted to explore the "internal turbulence". The air came in through the huge grille and was led through channels to the air scoops you can see at the end of the car. Whether he intended to achieve some kind of ground effect or reduced drag, I don't know. The car was never finished. It was exhibited at the Musée automobile de la Commanderie at Viapres-le-Petit in France.
Whoever knows more about this car, just share your knowledge with us.
Thanks Wendax.
I have a feeling that I may have seen a picture of this car before in one my French sources.
Keeping my eyes open for it and will of course post any findings here.