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		SeanDav on March 20, 2017 \| parent \| context \| favorite \| on: They Used To Last 50 Years On a related note, I accidentally cracked the touch screen of my 8 year old Ford Radio/AC control unit. Cost to replace 4,500 GBP, which is more than the entire value of the car currently. Insane, because it basically means if you crack the touch screen, you have to scrap the car, if you want to claim via insurance. Managed to get it replaced with a second hand one for £300, including labour.

pcurve on March 20, 2017 [–]

can you imagine cracking LCDs in this car? (not a concept btw)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xvZpBy_5xAA

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kalleboo on March 20, 2017 | | [–]

Or the Tesla's 17" screen... http://www.hashslush.com/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/tesla_1....

Nition on March 20, 2017 | | [–]

Looks like a nightmare for trying to adjust anything while driving as well. At least it's got a couple of real control knobs I guess.

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