Upon winning the auction, the only modification I would approve would be bagging the suspension to make it jump. ... View more

Beautifully crafted piece. Those "originality fanatics" are certainly missguided when they decry such modifications. For one, they're just jealous they can't afford one and two, their ire should be directed at those deranged hoarders who let original cars rust out next to their barns. THEY are the ones depriving future generations of these rare cars, not Rod Emory, when he's building what the factory never could! ... View more

Like any new(er) tech, the key is engineering to increase reliability and reduce cost. If done right, complexity isn't an issue. Finding ways to re-use existing components, (CPUs, wiring, sensors, activators, etc) and spreading the cost over thousands of units will allow adopting 4WS to less expensive cars.  Both Crosley and Chrysler tried disc brakes around 1950, but the cost and complexity kept this option out of reach of most US consumers for another 15-20 years. I suspect the same will happen with 4WS tech. Old-school guys like me still drive on drum brakes... but my '55 Beetle won't ever be a daily-driver! ... View more