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Hi inspiration, I guess you missed me! I was driving through Phoenix last week, spending an overnight from a long drive from Atlanta to Los Angeles. I must say that the crossing of Phoenix was the less exciting of the entire journey. But as Newguy says: "Go test drive one." Test drive it as often as you can. And remember that it shouldn't be your 'everyday' car. Just because it's an acrobatic workout to...

I had a few colours in mind: Ardent red, yellow, or krypton green. That green looks so nice, its too hard to decide.

Quote: Originally Posted by gotomike How true. Interesting that you mention that. After my first test drive yesterday, I did a search on YouTube and saw a number of fools falling out of the car but there is this British fellow who has it down to a Tee. I'm too new to link the video on here but I'll keep trying. I practiced his method today (because I went back to Norm Baker) and tested a 08 SC. Wow! I'm so hooked. So smooth and...

Quote: Originally Posted by gotomike You're absolutely right tko... I find the styling of that car extremely 'erotic.' And when combining that with its performance and handling, it's a total package. The only question I have is should I splurge a bit for the SC which is very smooth (and white) or is it going to be okay for a 62 year-old to tool around in a bright yellow little sports car!!!! Last night's sleep has not...

If you want a car that you just want to get in to drive, even to the shops and back, but can perform like this get an Elise, drive it for a while then supercharge it. You won't be disappointed. This is my daily drive to work and I have now done a couple of track days and autocross events. Can't get enough. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cbWd23V8m8k __________________ 2006 111R Elise,VF stg 1 supercharged,HIDs,Harness bar,...

Quote: Originally Posted by gotomike WOW! What makes your Elise whistle like that? you mean the sc whine??

Quote: Originally Posted by Inspiration I live in Phoenix, and I have never seen a Lotus on the road yet. Sorry to be so negative, I have lived in the phx area for 10 years in the past, I just don't see it being a great place to drive a lotus unless you're really into it! Straight, flat roads... lackluster AC that doesn't do all that great in 90F degree weather, not considering 110+ degree weather. The fact you are comparing it...

Quote: Originally Posted by Zoooooom I've been go-karting many times. Every time I go, it kills me to leave the building. I can't get enough of it. The tight corners, being sucked into your seat, its erotica on 4 wheels. You might like the Elise then. It really is a fun car to drive. If you're more interested in fun than numbers get the Elise. Quote: Originally Posted by Zoooooom I'm quite flexible, so finding a way...

I have driven the 370Z. Fun car, better daily driver. But it's not the Lotus. This is my suggestion for choosing a car. Imagine yourself owning the 370Z. If a Lotus drives by on the street, will you wish that was you??

It sounds to me like the styling of the car is becoming more and more important to you in addition to the ride / handling experience. That said- The EVO in my opinion is going to be a letdown. The Lotus cars do draw more attention (not always a good thing) but it's unique Exotic look and the fact that you don't see everyone driving them everyday is what makes the car feel more expensive / rare that it REALLY is. The Lotus is more $...