Not only did the Piccolina cushion the 40' fall, it cushioned it so well that the Burnside sustained almost no damage. Not only did the Piccolina keep running after the fall, it was able to drive away quite well with its new hat. Not only did the Piccolina do this the first time, it worked every time I reset both vehicles. Now that's fun.
Please say someone knows what PS2 game this stunt Piccolina two-tone setup is from. If nobody does, I will be of the sad variety.