Bibs Posted July 12, 2016 Report Share Posted July 12, 2016 3 hours ago, TheKevlarKid said: Also, have you seen the size of the socket and torque wench you need to remove/re-tighten the centre locks?? One of the reasons the centre locks were dropped was the huge cost of them, and the tool isn't that cheap either! Quote 88 Esprit NA, 89 Esprit Turbo SE, Evora, Evora S, Evora IPS, Evora S IPS, Evora S IPS SR, Evora 400, Elise S1, Elise S1 111s, Evora GT410 Sport Evora NA For forum issues, please contact the Moderators. I will aim to respond to emails/PM's Mon-Fri 9-6 GMT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gold FFM C8RKH Posted July 13, 2016 Gold FFM Report Share Posted July 13, 2016 Listen guys I get they are special. I've said it over and over and I've also said I would have bought one if I could so no need to try to convince me the cars are special. Are you just choosing to ignore those bits of my posts? I was not trying to nit pick either (though to be honest you were ladelling it on thick re the similarities to the race car), I was just expressing a view that compared to other "homages" from Lotus the pedigree was maybe not up there in terms of race performance / results. I would argue that the GTE is the Lotus equivalent of Jaguars XJ220 in terms of what was promised and delivered. The XJ220 now more than ever is fully recognised for the great car and engineering it is, I'm sure the GTE will be too. As I also said I'm not an expert and it was only an opinion, not a statement of fact. Can someone come and move the soap boxes off me now? I promise never to say anything that does not seem to toe the party line ever again. I'll accept back the whip. Quote Alcohol. Sex. Tobacco. Drugs. Chocolate. Meh! NOTHING in this world is as addictive as an Evora +0. It's not for babies! The first guy to ride a bull for fun, was a true hero. The second man to follow him was truly nuts! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post 21gg Posted July 13, 2016 Popular Post Report Share Posted July 13, 2016 22 hours ago, TheKevlarKid said: At the end of the day It's nice knowing that i'lll never see another one unless I arrange to do so through the likes of this forum. Or if you turn round in your garage Ha Ha. Gav 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheKevlarKid Posted July 13, 2016 Report Share Posted July 13, 2016 That doesn't count!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PaulLF1 Posted July 22, 2016 Report Share Posted July 22, 2016 http://www.pistonheads.com/news/general/readers-car-of-the-week-lotus-evora-gte/34647 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LotusLeftLotusRight Posted July 22, 2016 Report Share Posted July 22, 2016 Huh? That's me! First I've heard about it. Aren't they supposed to at least get in touch with you first? If PaulLF1 hadn't posted the link on here, I'd have been none the wiser... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bibs Posted July 22, 2016 Report Share Posted July 22, 2016 On 7/22/2016 at 13:04, LotusLeftLotusRight said: Aren't they supposed to at least get in touch with you first? I'd think in their terms they'll say that can use anything you post for anything they like, but good manners would certainly be to get in touch with you, without doubt. Quote 88 Esprit NA, 89 Esprit Turbo SE, Evora, Evora S, Evora IPS, Evora S IPS, Evora S IPS SR, Evora 400, Elise S1, Elise S1 111s, Evora GT410 Sport Evora NA For forum issues, please contact the Moderators. I will aim to respond to emails/PM's Mon-Fri 9-6 GMT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
purso Posted July 22, 2016 Report Share Posted July 22, 2016 All these guys that run these big forums are cowboys you can't trust any of them Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
French Frie Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 a well-known GTE has now a bigger heart : first impressions, Thomas ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBD Posted August 10, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 The kit was great on the Nürburgring! Unfortunately the drive home ended in disaster. Quote If you have the choice between a Stairway to Heaven and a Highway to Hell don't forget the Nomex®! Captain, Lotus Airways. We fly lower! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CocoPops Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 Oh dear. What happened? Back to the factory for some of those spare panels then? Quote On Order: 2021 Lotus Elise Cup 250 FE in Isotope Green, Red Alcantara Interior, Carbon Aero Kit, AirCon, Carpets & Mats, NVH pack, Cruise Control, Stereo, Red Calipers. Now Gone: 2018 Lotus Elise Sport 220 in Metallic Blue, Alcantara Pack, Forged Wheels, 2piece brakes, AirCon, Hard/Soft Tops, Red Calipers, Stereo, Interior Colour Pack, NVH Pack, Carpets, Mats. Previously Owned: 2016 Lotus Evora 400, 2010 Lotus Evora NA, 2003 VX220 Supercharged, 2001 VX220 Lightning Yellow Follow my Lotus journey here: http://www.FaceBook.com/HandmadeInHethel Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBD Posted August 10, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 Aquaplaning ? Quote If you have the choice between a Stairway to Heaven and a Highway to Hell don't forget the Nomex®! Captain, Lotus Airways. We fly lower! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snoopy1969 Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 @TBD very sorry to see that, Hope no one got hurt! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
French Frie Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 As said on FB, I feel very sorry for you ... Hope only the front crashbox is concerned ? Is it an percuted airbag that is seen through the windscreen ? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gold FFM C8RKH Posted August 10, 2016 Gold FFM Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 Thomas. OMG. Car can be fixed, but hopefully you/ passenger fully OK? Best wishes. Quote Alcohol. Sex. Tobacco. Drugs. Chocolate. Meh! NOTHING in this world is as addictive as an Evora +0. It's not for babies! The first guy to ride a bull for fun, was a true hero. The second man to follow him was truly nuts! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Neal H Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 So sorry to see this. Hopefully everyone okay and the car is fixable. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bravo73 Posted August 10, 2016 Report Share Posted August 10, 2016 Holy fark. Sorry to hear that, Thomas. Don't Stratton now have all of the spare panels? Have you been in touch with them yet? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NW76 Posted August 11, 2016 Report Share Posted August 11, 2016 Thomas, very sorry to hear that ... I love your car ... hope no one got hurt and the GTE will be back in good shape soon ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TheKevlarKid Posted August 11, 2016 Report Share Posted August 11, 2016 Bugger! Sorry to see that happen Thomas. Doesn't look too bad though to be fair. What did you do, glance the barrier with the front of the car? Main front crash rails appear intact. Sorry I have to ask, Is that the "B is for Build" bloke sniffing around in the picture? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
theelanman Posted August 11, 2016 Report Share Posted August 11, 2016 Oops......sorry to see that Should be fine.....only a flesh wound and with a bit of 't' cut you'll never notice.... Quote The Faster You Drive...The Slower You Age (Albert Einstein 14 March 1879 - 18 April 1955) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bibs Posted August 11, 2016 Report Share Posted August 11, 2016 Did you hit a large puddle across the road Thomas? I assume your tyres had plenty of tread, even after the 'Ring? I've always found the Evora exceptional in the wet, really sad to see this mate. I'll call SWLC, I know they've a few GTE parts in stock at good prices... *ETA they've got an Evora clam in white for £1,200 inc VAT and if you fancied a cheeky upgrade they're got some carbon doors and doorcards from a GTE for £700 each! 1 Quote 88 Esprit NA, 89 Esprit Turbo SE, Evora, Evora S, Evora IPS, Evora S IPS, Evora S IPS SR, Evora 400, Elise S1, Elise S1 111s, Evora GT410 Sport Evora NA For forum issues, please contact the Moderators. I will aim to respond to emails/PM's Mon-Fri 9-6 GMT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LotusLeftLotusRight Posted August 11, 2016 Report Share Posted August 11, 2016 That's such a shame, but the damage doesn't look too bad from the photo. Is the other side and rear OK? Don't suppose you had your dash-cam switched on did you? It would be interesting to see what happened. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBD Posted August 11, 2016 Author Report Share Posted August 11, 2016 22 minutes ago, Bibs said: Did you hit a large puddle across the road Thomas? I assume your tyres had plenty of tread, even after the 'Ring? I've always found the Evora exceptional in the wet, really sad to see this mate. I'll call SWLC, I know they've a few GTE parts in stock at good prices... *ETA they've got an Evora clam in white for £1,200 inc VAT and if you fancied a cheeky upgrade they're got some carbon doors and doorcards from a GTE for £700 each! It was exactly the puddle you mentioned. I'm always very sensitive to steering feel in the Evora and all was fine when we hit that apparently deep puddle. The rear just broke loose and we did at least 5 full spins. Quite glad the dashcam wasn't on, not something you would ever like the police to confiscate. 7 minutes ago, LotusLeftLotusRight said: That's such a shame, but the damage doesn't look too bad from the photo. Is the other side and rear OK? Don't suppose you had your dash-cam switched on did you? It would be interesting to see what happened. Quote If you have the choice between a Stairway to Heaven and a Highway to Hell don't forget the Nomex®! Captain, Lotus Airways. We fly lower! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bibs Posted August 11, 2016 Report Share Posted August 11, 2016 Any use? Quote 88 Esprit NA, 89 Esprit Turbo SE, Evora, Evora S, Evora IPS, Evora S IPS, Evora S IPS SR, Evora 400, Elise S1, Elise S1 111s, Evora GT410 Sport Evora NA For forum issues, please contact the Moderators. I will aim to respond to emails/PM's Mon-Fri 9-6 GMT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bravo73 Posted August 11, 2016 Report Share Posted August 11, 2016 Isn't that @aerobat's car? 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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