Clam Shell Doors
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The Honda Element's Clam Shell Doors
The Mazda RX-8's Clam Shell Doors
Clam Shell Doors are a type of door similar to suicide doors, with one main difference. The front door must be opened before you can open the rear door, similar to a clam shell, hence the name. With suicide doors, either the front or rear can be opened without the other door being open.
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Design Quirks
If both doors are open and then the front door is closed first, followed by the rear door, the doors won't close and could be damaged.
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Models
Vehicles that have Clam Shell Doors:

