The plane's racy design, smooth fiberglass-composite body, BMW-like interior, dazzling computer instrumentation and an onboard parachute ready to float both the plane and passengers to a life-saving landing, if necessary, formed a clean break from the past.

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The smooth, elegant movement of the body starts from the low, compact hood, moves through the iconic shoulder character line and on toward the large rear spoiler.

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Some nice touches include body-colored door panel inserts, smooth painted surfaces where most cars have cloth, vinyl or leather surfaces.

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The body (4) is made of armoured steel and rounded edges and smooth contours are designed to make it less visible on radar.

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Exceptional resolving power and contrast at all apertures are teamed with smooth, quiet autofocusing and a rear-focus system that maintains the same lens body length during AF.

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