Hey, I was looking to get into a dedicated track to stop pulling double duty on my 997TT and I saw you came from an E46 M3 and that was one of the cars I was considering. Also considering an Exige S, I was wondering can you give me your impressions on how it performs on the track? Do you miss the power? Any issues?

 

Hey, I actually came off an E36 M3, but still have spent more than enough time in E46's too.

I have only autox'd in the Elise, but I've got plenty of friends with Exige's and stuff. I do miss the power in my N/A Elise every once in awhile, but the overall driving experience more than makes up for it.

I'll say this, maintenance cost is basically equally comparable to that of an M3...and the driving experience is wayyyyyy better. For a weekend track toy, it's nearly impossible for the price to beat an Exige or Elise.

Feel free to PM me if you've got other questions etc.

 

Very nice. Much better than a pansy M3.

Have fun!

 

nice Lotus!

 

car looks great. too bad i will have to wait until spring to see it around town.

 

BEAUTIFUL car!

 

Beautiful beautiful car!

 

Thanks for all the compliments on the car everyone! Here's some more for ya.

 

love it in black!!

 

BealeAss??? I think I've seen you at bimmerforums. Nice to see you around on 6speed too. Congrats on the Lotus. I've been thinking of getting one myself.

 

Looks great, nice choice in tires too

 

That you probably have!

If you ever need a hand during an acquisition let me know. I'd be happy to help you out.

 

^^^ so how long is your elise going to be in hibernation. its tough be the only lotus out in the snow

 

Till April probably I did see one out in Arlington on New Year's Day in the snow, my fiance' and I gave this gentlemen big kudos.

 

well mines lonely, and tired of getting crazy looks from people. besides, a white/black photoshoot is in order. and i got to hear your exhaust, i cant decide!