Dec 13, 2009: Maniwa

[xoxoxoBruce]

This is the automotive breakthrough, that will put LJ's family on easy street... well, at least buy them a house on the Outer Banks.
Screw carbon fiber and exotic alloys, sustainable, recyclable materials is the key.

Also known as maniwa, this special car was hand built by wood craftsmen and is actually legal to drive in japan. the car can accelerate up to 80km/h and is for sale at a bargain price of 44,000 USD. It also features a motorcycle-like handlebar steering system, gull wing doors and even has a stereo. it seats one driver up front on a wooden seat and has a wood bench behind for up to two passengers. The designers even made a pedal-power version for kids

Don't forget, those of us that live in snowy climes will save even more! By limited usage.
So PM LJ today, and Western Union a cash transfer right away, to ride the first wave (wood is good for wave riding too) of the future.

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