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Are you saying that’s a Sears kit house?
It wouldn't surprise me, they were as fancy as you wanted to pay for. The two I was in were nice houses, not that fancy though.
 

While that is fun to think about, it is far from the truth. Cars today are far heavier than similar sized cars from the 80s.
Crash standards, emission requirements, computers and wiring, sound deadener all conspire to make cars heavier.
The 1985 Chevy Sprint was a 3 cylinder 5 speed car that was EPA rated at 53 mpg freeway. It weighed 2100 lbs, had no air bags, no automatic seat belts, blind spot monitors, crash avoidance warnings, it had drum brakes on the rear....Try to find a new car today that weighs under 3500.
 
While that is fun to think about, it is far from the truth. Cars today are far heavier than similar sized cars from the 80s.
Crash standards, emission requirements, computers and wiring, sound deadener all conspire to make cars heavier.
The 1985 Chevy Sprint was a 3 cylinder 5 speed car that was EPA rated at 53 mpg freeway. It weighed 2100 lbs, had no air bags, no automatic seat belts, blind spot monitors, crash avoidance warnings, it had drum brakes on the rear....Try to find a new car today that weighs under 3500.
My friend just bought a new Nissan Z. It weighs more than my Barracuda. I believe he said it was 4K. It’s small.
 
While that is fun to think about, it is far from the truth. Cars today are far heavier than similar sized cars from the 80s.
Crash standards, emission requirements, computers and wiring, sound deadener all conspire to make cars heavier.
The 1985 Chevy Sprint was a 3 cylinder 5 speed car that was EPA rated at 53 mpg freeway. It weighed 2100 lbs, had no air bags, no automatic seat belts, blind spot monitors, crash avoidance warnings, it had drum brakes on the rear....Try to find a new car today that weighs under 3500.
Here's a quick list with very little research


Several new cars sold in the U.S. weigh under 3500 lbs. Here are some examples:

  • Mazda MX-5 Miata: Known for its lightweight design, the Miata has shed nearly 150 pounds without sacrificing safety or resorting to expensive materials like carbon fiber.23
  • Toyota Yaris: Weighing in at 2,315 pounds, the Yaris is a basic yet efficient vehicle that excels in fuel efficiency and practicality.2
  • Chevrolet Spark: With a curb weight of 2,246 pounds, the Spark is one of the lightest cars available in the U.S.2
  • Honda Fit: This compact car has a curb weight of around 2,943 pounds, offering a good balance of fuel efficiency and interior space.6
  • Mini Cooper: The Mini Cooper has a curb weight of 2,734 pounds, making it one of the lighter options in the compact car segment.6
  • Subaru BRZ/Toyota 86: These sports cars weigh around 2,900 pounds, providing a lightweight yet powerful driving experience.6
 
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