Vertical Doors on a C3
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Vertical Doors on a C3
Has anybody done this? If so is it easier or harder to enter and exit the vehicle. What stops the door from folding in and hitting the body when they are raised. I am not asking for anybody’s opinion on fitting these just how do they function in real life.
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I understand your not looking for an opinion on how totally ridiculous they look. So, I can offer that those I have met that made this mistake, 2 people I have met over the last 35 years. both had major issues. Done totally to impress young boys at car shows. nothing but trouble unfortunately.
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Practically speaking, it would probably make getting in and out easier, but I can imagine having issues getting the weatherstripping to seal properly.
Awful idea btw, like the guy who fitted c5 headlights to a c3, just because you can doesn't mean you should.
Awful idea btw, like the guy who fitted c5 headlights to a c3, just because you can doesn't mean you should.
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The reason I am asking is that after 6 knee surgeries and a total knee replacement, my left leg does not bend like it use to, so getting in or out of a car is not as easy as it used to be. I have seen these hinges that are just bolt on so that is what got me thinking about this. Having that bottom corner all opened up looked very inviting. I think you can now see why I am asking.
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