[c5 rv]

Thanks for your comments. I had a test drive today and really like the car. (Not necessarily that particular unit.) I liked the handling, brakes, power, and comfort. The hard top rattled, but not nearly as much as my vette or my wife's old Miata hardtop. It's certainly a big step up from my 81 vette.

I think the car may work well for my wife. She does not transfer directly from the wheelchair to the car. With my help, she stands, shuffles, pivots, and sits straight back into the car. I then pick up her feet, place each in the car and pivot her in the seat. I took the standard measurements I use to assess ease-of-access and the Allante does well. The firm leather seat is also a plus. The final test will be having her test-sit a car. Also, the Allante's large truck is great for her small wheelchair.

If my vette sells, I'll seriously consider an Allante sometime in the next year.