Does anyone know why they did not make the entire side window operational. That non operational vent portion makes for a more closed in feeling. Has anyone talked to the guys involved in the design of the car relating to this issue. Just curious.
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dbtgt
One lucky SOB to own a GT
I don't know for sure, but I suspect it is to allow for the window to roll all the way down in the door. Without it I think the window would interfere with the door hinges, and other internal mechanisms.
fjpikul
GT Owner
DBTGT is absolutely correct. The whole window unit was very tricky to design and make functional.
GT Tech
Ford GT Team Alumni
It's my understanding that there was more than a few "Heated" meetings concerning the windows. In the original design, the windows were not even functional. Changes were made to the actual door outer skin design to accommodate a working window. As anyone who has seen the inside of the door can attest, it is a VERY tight fit between the glass and the skin. There is no way the whole window could go down, and still keep the desired shape of the door. A classic case of form vs function.
I guess thats why we have the word, compromise. :thumbsup
I guess thats why we have the word, compromise. :thumbsup
SLF360
GT Owner
I am glad form prevailed !:thumbsup
If you put it down half or 3/4 way, it looks cool and racy, almost like the little lexan windows in the racecars...