Alec Issigonis quotes

I've always felt that stylists such as you have in America are ashamed of a car and are preoccupied with making it look like something else, like a submarine or an airship...As an engineer, I revolt against this. (Alec Issigonis)
The public don't know what they want; it's my job to tell them. View quote
Alec Issigonis
I feel very, very proud that so many people have copied me. View quote
Alec Issigonis
A camel is a horse designed by committee. View quote
Alec Issigonis
It is much easier to drive without having an accident. View quote
Alec Issigonis
An expert is someone who tells you why you can't do something. View quote
Alec Issigonis

Alec Issigonis

Alec Issigonis - Image
Photo: Birmingham Museums Trust, CC BY-SA 4.0
Occupation: British Designer
Born: November 18, 1906
Died: October 2, 1988
Quotes count: 6
Wikipedia: Alec Issigonis

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