91/2 Firebird GFX vs McLaren 600LT
 

Now I'm not suggesting the 91 Firebird GFX has its roots in motorsports, and making the 91 much more than a swan song cosmetic makeover to help keep the car looking contemporary, however (lol), notice how the side GFX of the more purposeful McLaren has a flick up ahead of the rear wheel that continues to the rear bumper.

Not completely unfounded that the 91 GFX may have had, or been inspired by, some sense of function.

Hmmmm....


https://cimg4.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thi...b95365a997.jpg

https://cimg2.ibsrv.net/gimg/www.thi...2ed878e289.jpg

Re: 91/2 Firebird GFX vs McLaren 600LT
 

There's gotta be a reason a 92 TA was able to go 300 mph.....
https://us.motorsport.com/general/ne...ville/1768552/
https://www.hotrod.com/articles/4349...tiac-trans-am/

Re: 91/2 Firebird GFX vs McLaren 600LT
 

hmmmm. I can nearly see how it how could provide some downforce for the rear as it captured and channeled air along the lower sides of car. Though I suspect and meaningful downforce would be over 100mph

Re: 91/2 Firebird GFX vs McLaren 600LT
 

It's always been about aerodynamics, or as the old '82 Firebird commercials said, "see how Firebird CHEATS the wind..."

Re: 91/2 Firebird GFX vs McLaren 600LT
 

Nice looking Firebird.