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I like it alot. It seems to have classic race car proportions after studying it for a while. One thing that does seem a little strange is how tall it appears from the front - almost like it would be aerodynamically inefficient.

Either way, I can't wait to see it bash the Peugeots on the track!
 
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OP updated with press release and official pics, enjoy.
 
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Originally Posted by Murph5000
I like it alot. It seems to have classic race car proportions after studying it for a while. One thing that does seem a little strange is how tall it appears from the front - almost like it would be aerodynamically inefficient.

Either way, I can't wait to see it bash the Peugeots on the track!
It just looks that way because they had to cover the wheels and driver somehow. Everything that isn't a wheel or a driver's head is damn near flat so it actually ought to be pretty good aerodynamically, I'd think.
 
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Damn...this looks menacing with the headlights and raw carbon! I like the closed-cockpit. Proportions look pretty good. Hats off to Audi. Can't wait to see this in person at Petit Le Mans! I want Porsche to make a new prototype to compete with this.

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I can't wait to see it bash the Peugeots on the track!
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haha oh I figured it would be efficient, very efficient. I saw the Audi crew after Petit Le Mans this year and man they looked down - no way they're going to let that happen again. But from the front the R18 does look kind of crazy - no doubt it's slicker than greased sh!t through a goose.

I expect 2011 will be a great battle in the LMP1 category. Should be a great year for the 24 Hours of Le Mans in GT and LMP, actually.
 
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Originally Posted by Renovatiopr
Cant wait for 2011 24 hours of LeMans

Like Al said, this car is strangely beautiful. I believe that it looks great. Now after all the initial WOW it brings to see such a great machine... I only have one thing in my mind. What will Peugeot will bring for the new year?

Last year they were really fast but the long term reliability and a little bit of overdriving the car also by the drivers made them fail. But I expect or basically I hope Peugeot will jab back in the media soon with there new car for 2011.

As much as I respect and appreciate team Audi's perseverance for total domination in there category... I do not want them to go uncontested , if they are going to win or whomever it may be I want to see a fight. But one thing is for sure, Audi is not making it easy.

My hat is off to Audi
Peugeot has already revealed their 2011 car. It's a small evolution of their 2010 car in comparison to the big swing that Audi took.
 
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Originally Posted by mtechnik
Damn...this looks menacing with the headlights and raw carbon! I like the closed-cockpit. Proportions look pretty good. Hats off to Audi. Can't wait to see this in person at Petit Le Mans! I want Porsche to make a new prototype to compete with this.
Well said.. that would be great, but diesels are not there forte... atleast not right now. But I also find it difficult they would contest in the same category with their company brother Audi. Aston Martin has another great gas prototype, I hope they do better this year.

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Peugeot has already revealed their 2011 car. It's a small evolution of their 2010 car in comparison to the big swing that Audi took.
Thanks for letting me know I was not up to date LOL. 1+
 

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Have you seen the new driver's suit?

 
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i guess Sebring will be the only spot to see this beast. May need to book the tickets soon.
 


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