OOTL: Little Mermaid's shells arrive at DCA

The cars for the new, much-awaited dark ride at Disney California Adventure have arrived!
Take a look at this update, posted by the Disney Parks Blog, which include a video that shows the cars:

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The Clam Shells Have Arrived at Disney California Adventure Park!

It’s always fun to see the evolution of an attraction. From renderings to construction to opening day – every step is Disney magic at its best. In the past, we couldn’t really take you along for the ride. But now, the Disney Parks Blog gives you a backstage pass. In this video, shot at Disney California Adventure park, we once again take you behind the scenes of The Little Mermaid ~ Ariel’s Undersea Adventure. By the way, the idea of a Little Mermaid attraction has been bantered about since the movie opened back in 1989.

Recently, the Mermaid ride vehicles – which look like clam shells – were installed on the attraction at Paradise Pier. There are more than 100 clam shells. Some are green. Some are orange. And some are marigold. They each hold 2-3 people. (The ADA vehicles are “chariots” and they’re styled after carved chariot seats from carousels of the early 20th century.)

This video is from the recent installation. It reminds me of the holidays as one of the clam shells is unwrapped before being installed in the attraction. I am happy to be able to share this behind-the-scenes peek with you as we take the journey from creation, construction and grand opening of this amazing attraction. Enjoy!

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Nice, right? They do look like the Clamobiles of The Seas with Nemo & Friends, with the only differences being the lap-bar and the later load/unload instead that the central load (from the front of the shell). What do you think? Aren't you excited to know what's coming? I can't wait to see our own version of this ride!!