Snoopy1969 Posted March 7, 2017 Report Share Posted March 7, 2017 @TBD you had the 18/19 P Zero not the 19 / 20 P Zero Corsa I guess? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TBD Posted March 7, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 7, 2017 22 minutes ago, Snoopy1969 said: @TBD you had the 18/19 P Zero not the 19 / 20 P Zero Corsa I guess? Both! 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...
adfer Posted March 7, 2017 Report Share Posted March 7, 2017 20 minutes ago, C8RKH said: No issue for me. I took the bulbs out of the boot lights anyway as I sometimes leave it open when the trickle charger is on. The real answer @adfer is: 1. They fitted one boot light to the 400 to reduce weight - one is lighter than two! 2. Sparco seats are lighter than the Recaro's 3. Plastic grills are lighter than metal ones and they don't need to be repainted when you've been washing the car for a few years 4. Michelin tyres are lighter than the pirelli ones.... hehehe... See, all those improvements where for the benefit of the new owners driving pleasure and to stay true to Colin's original ethos of light is right..... Andy, I detect a tongue in cheek attitude in your response! Yes, the squeaky Sparco seats are lighter than Recaros, but Mansory carbon GTE seats are lighter still. The metal mesh top grills were prone to rusting if you are over enthusiastic with the power washer. Mine are fine. "Light is right" is an admirable philosophy but doesn't mean that light is always better. Weight on a tyre gives you grip. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gold FFM C8RKH Posted March 7, 2017 Gold FFM Report Share Posted March 7, 2017 Tongue in cheek. Moi? Never. Totally serious @adfer@adfer. After all, as you've seen I live by Colin's creed and am as light as a feather and float like a butterfly! I know you're right re cost v light, but..... 1 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...
TBD Posted March 8, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 8, 2017 16 hours ago, adfer said: "Light is right" is an admirable philosophy but doesn't mean that light is always better. Weight on a tyre gives you grip. So are you telling me I was driving too slow? Would the additional downforce from the wing at 250 kmh have prevented the aquaplaning? 1 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...
adfer Posted March 8, 2017 Report Share Posted March 8, 2017 That's a good question Thomas. Driving faster would give you more grip at the rear, but the risk of aquaplaning also depends on the depth of the tyre tread and the amount of water on the road. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
adfer Posted March 23, 2017 Report Share Posted March 23, 2017 http://hofmanns.co.uk/car-sales/lotus-evora-gte Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gold FFM C8RKH Posted March 23, 2017 Gold FFM Report Share Posted March 23, 2017 The GTE really is a special and stunning looking car. Strong price but then there are only 19 on the road currently in the world. I'd still have one of these over a 400, however, I think a 410 might just shade it - but only just. Lovely. 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...
TBD Posted March 23, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 23, 2017 3 hours ago, C8RKH said: The GTE really is a special and stunning looking car. Strong price but then there are only 19 on the road currently in the world. I'd still have one of these over a 400, however, I think a 410 might just shade it - but only just. Lovely. Just take it to my friends at Komotec and let their magic resolve your doubts. I really miss mine, despite the Ex460. The price just shows how stupid my leasing company was. 2 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...
Gold FFM C8RKH Posted March 23, 2017 Gold FFM Report Share Posted March 23, 2017 Ah but Thomas you miss my point. With the 410 less is more, then 460 kit on top. Sorry but a 460hp 410 beats a 460 GTE in my book and 20k cheaper too! So a GTE please in its virgin form. Just lovely.... Or a 460 410 if that makes sense!!! Sorry, in London and pished..... 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...
TBD Posted March 23, 2017 Author Report Share Posted March 23, 2017 A 410 remains a common animal, regardless of power. I did consider it an option, but the GTE has a true Lotus history and will always remain unique. 2 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...
Popular Post NW76 Posted March 23, 2017 Popular Post Report Share Posted March 23, 2017 I agree - a GTE would be my clear preference over a 410 any day. The 410 is a great car right now but will look pale once the 430 Sport is out. The GTE will always be very, very special. 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snoopy1969 Posted March 24, 2017 Report Share Posted March 24, 2017 @NW76 have you been thinking about buying one? The old TBD car will be for (not "on sale" I suppose ;-) sale in some time I guess............ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NW76 Posted March 24, 2017 Report Share Posted March 24, 2017 @Snoopy1969 I have too many cars already but I might have a look at it, if the price is right ;-) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Snoopy1969 Posted March 24, 2017 Popular Post Report Share Posted March 24, 2017 @NW76 there exists no "too many cars" just "not enough storage place" ;-) 4 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gold FFM Alfa2Evora Posted April 11, 2017 Gold FFM Report Share Posted April 11, 2017 This was posted over on Pistonheads in their "Supercars Spotted" thread. Doesn't seem to fit any of the descriptions listed - copy or genuine? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
21gg Posted April 11, 2017 Report Share Posted April 11, 2017 Thats Gav Kirkby gte, he bought as a track car and did the suspension etc conversion himself. It runs a Swindon engine and management. A Gte but just not one of the 20 factory gt 350 conversions. Stunning car. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bravo73 Posted April 11, 2017 Report Share Posted April 11, 2017 Wasn't Gav's red car sold as 'track only'? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
21gg Posted April 11, 2017 Report Share Posted April 11, 2017 Yes, I thought it was, obviously found a way round it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bravo73 Posted April 11, 2017 Report Share Posted April 11, 2017 Are you sure that the car above isn't #18? (described on the registry as red/gold) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ishy Posted April 11, 2017 Report Share Posted April 11, 2017 Wasn't that the car that was Gold with a red interior... In any case the one pictured above is Gav's car as 21gg mentioned above! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bravo73 Posted April 11, 2017 Report Share Posted April 11, 2017 Ah, fair enough. Lucky Gav! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
French Frie Posted May 2, 2017 Report Share Posted May 2, 2017 GTE #15 (ex-The Kevlar Kid) should be soon in France ... PS: just in case you wonder: even if I'd love to, that's not me ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
21gg Posted May 2, 2017 Report Share Posted May 2, 2017 Wow that went quicker than I expected! Gav Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LotusLeftLotusRight Posted May 2, 2017 Report Share Posted May 2, 2017 That's good to know. I had been keeping an eye on the Hoffman's site for the past couple of weeks. In fact I used their advertisement to help support my recent insurance valuation. Shame to see #15 leave our shores, but not surprising with LHD and weak Sterling. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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