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The chemistry behind this is actually really interesting. Epoxy polymerizes through cross-linking, and under heat those bonds start breaking down. I wonder if the guy used filler materials in the epoxy to improve temperature resistance. That could make a huge difference.

The interior color options look great this year. Has anyone seen the available upholstery choices? The leather seats in the higher trims seem more durable than fabric.

Defender's Dakar success is huge for their brand reputation. Desert rally performance translates directly to customer confidence in reliability and capability. This kind of real-world validation is worth millions in marketing value. Smart move by Defender to invest in competitive motorsport programs.

This victory should boost Defender's sales significantly. Consumers care about real-world capability demonstrations like Dakar success. It's different from traditional advertising - people respect the legitimacy of rally competition results.

I disagree with the doom and gloom here. Stellantis owns some strong brands globally. A one-year loss doesn't mean the company is dying. They have the cash reserves and market position to recover from this.

I disagree with andrew_lee - comparing a Prelude to a 350Z isn't fair because they're targeting different markets. The Prelude is more about finesse and balance, while the Z is about raw power. Different strokes for different folks.

I think the Prelude market is still a good value compared to other Japanese sports cars from the same period. Less hyped than the S2000, so prices are still reasonable. Act soon though!