Spoiler

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A spoiler helps aid airflow on the car, usually to increase downforce (with th eside effect of increasing drag). They are often fitted to coupes. Spoilers were part of the Datsun 1200 FIA homologation. Sometimes they are called "wings" but a true wing is something different. The purpose of a spoiler is to aid airflow, not to create lift but usually to counter it.

Classic old-school "bobtail spoiler"

Also see: Air dam (from air dam "spoilers")

"Wing" style spoiler

Adjustable Spoiler

Materials

Most spoilers are made out of wikipedia:fiberglas. Modern ones are made out of wikipedia:ABS plastic.

aluminum spoiler

wooden spoiler

Also see: Parts Reference

Pictures