Bibs Posted June 28, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 28, 2015 Thank you 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...
simon mac Posted June 28, 2015 Report Share Posted June 28, 2015 Is there anyway to we get a good picture of the TFT screen... I'm surprised Lotus did not see fit to snap a pic or two in the studio. I can't make sense of the display layout and it would be a good indication of some things to come out of Hethel There's this one. The blurb in the text says it's TFT and switchable between road and track modes. Not sure if it's an off the shelf unit, but it certainly resembles this: http://www.racedatasystems.com/motec-motorsport-electronics-race-smart/motec-dash-displays/motec-c127-colour-dash-logger.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bibs Posted June 28, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 28, 2015 The TLF posts on facebook for the 3-Eleven launch have already reached over 60,000 people :D 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...
Frickin_idiot Posted June 28, 2015 Report Share Posted June 28, 2015 More positive news, I could not be happier with the direction the Jmg is taking the company. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advantage Posted June 28, 2015 Report Share Posted June 28, 2015 59,999 of those were Trev. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Atommad Posted June 28, 2015 Report Share Posted June 28, 2015 Is that a boot? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Advantage Posted June 28, 2015 Report Share Posted June 28, 2015 It's the area behind the engine, immediately in front of the rear number plate. Unfinished on the show car, but I believe it will offer rudimentary storage. I only got a brief glance, but it certainly appeared deep enough to carry a crash helmet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trevsked Posted June 28, 2015 Report Share Posted June 28, 2015 It's a lovely thing the more I look at it. If there is to be an Exige with similar hp then that would throw a spanner in the works. Trevor. 1 Quote I'll get around to it at some point. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diego Posted June 29, 2015 Report Share Posted June 29, 2015 just stick a roof on it and call it an exige? its got a very well styled back end... looks expensive too. good job. although one chap on the stand told me it was a completely new chassis and was longer!?!? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Posted June 29, 2015 Report Share Posted June 29, 2015 There's this one. The blurb in the text says it's TFT and switchable between road and track modes. Not sure if it's an off the shelf unit, but it certainly resembles this: http://www.racedatasystems.com/motec-motorsport-electronics-race-smart/motec-dash-displays/motec-c127-colour-dash-logger.html Whichever brand it is, it is a welcome addition. The stock dash provided little useful info and that which was useful was difficult to discern at a quick glance, which is required when on track. Having programmable alarms and switchable "pages" are great features as well. I had to go with one of these for the CupR ...... many switchable pages that you custom configure....two examples-- first for vital engine parameters and track data; second for general engine info . 1 Quote Jack2008 2-Eleven2015 Exige V6 CupR Track videos ... http://www.youtube.com/jackcup2010 Lotus Challenge Series ULTRA Class champion2012 Lotus CUP USA OPEN Class champion Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NedaSay Posted June 29, 2015 Report Share Posted June 29, 2015 just stick a roof on it and call it an exige? its got a very well styled back end... looks expensive too. good job. although one chap on the stand told me it was a completely new chassis and was longer!?!? If it's a completely new chassis it is still based on the small platform underpinings the Elise and Exige by the look of the tub. Sticking a roof to it would mean adding doors, a windshield, a rear window... which would mean extra weight and fitting the car with A/C, windscreen wipers, some form of interior however spartan... the car would then be much heavier... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NedaSay Posted June 29, 2015 Report Share Posted June 29, 2015 There's this one. The blurb in the text says it's TFT and switchable between road and track modes. Not sure if it's an off the shelf unit, but it certainly resembles this: http://www.racedatasystems.com/motec-motorsport-electronics-race-smart/motec-dash-displays/motec-c127-colour-dash-logger.html Thanks I was more hoping for a dead centered head shot but I'll gladly take this... for the time being. I'll put the absence of studios shots on the fact that Lotus pretty much rushed the unveil of this car which was not supposed to be seen before the fall if I remember well. I really hope that TFT screen is a sign of tech things to come over to lotus cars before soon. TFT screen technology and their harness is a good way to save more than a few grams as the technology is making them lighter and lighter. One item on DB's plan was to go all LED screen across the range as they allow for personalization from model to model all the while generating savings by just buying one identical panel for models. I think that item deserves to be kept. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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TheKevlarKid Posted June 30, 2015 Report Share Posted June 30, 2015 (edited) It is a Motec unit they are using for the dash display, and is a full data logger also. Not sure of the exact price but expect no change from 2.5k +vat, maybe more. Not something they are going to be able to put into all of the cars as std as far too costly. Be nice as a cost option though from new. Edited June 30, 2015 by TheKevlarKid 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diego Posted June 30, 2015 Report Share Posted June 30, 2015 If it's a completely new chassis it is still based on the small platform underpinings the Elise and Exige by the look of the tub. Sticking a roof to it would mean adding doors, a windshield, a rear window... which would mean extra weight and fitting the car with A/C, windscreen wipers, some form of interior however spartan... the car would then be much heavier... yes but i could drive that one to italy and spain as i do my v6 exige Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FredP Posted June 30, 2015 Report Share Posted June 30, 2015 Does anyone know if the 3-11 convey the new Lotus design language that'll drive the next generation of Exige, Elise ... ? Thanks :-) Quote (ex) Elise S1 (VIN 357) LHD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
diego Posted July 1, 2015 Report Share Posted July 1, 2015 its an interesting question..... i think the exige is due a face lift 2016? how the hell you shoe horn doors into the complex sides of the 3-11 is going to be tough ask BUT they should try as it looks like an expensive bit of kit like that....its also v modern styling and areo without being silly and modern is precisely where lotus should be. the sides and back end are really very, very good imho.... the cheap plastic side-pods, dash, quality of plastics etc is going to be a limiting factor in upping the ticket price on the existing exige v6 and selling in size. they recognized this on the evora i assume they therefore they recognize this on the exige. the 3-11with a swooping roof it will look even more valuable, aggressive and accessible. the styling continues the departure away from the long lotus trend pre v6 exige. there is no shrink wrapping here, no rounded lines just as many straight lines as possible blended / balanced in that specifically accentuate size and presence .... not hide it..... i jumped from s1 elises, exiges to the v6 exige because for me the v6 wasnt just an elise coupe package with a wing (but does have a completely useless wing lol ). i saw the exige v6 as a mule, its change in styling philosophy, the big lump in the back and ordered one immediately. its price level was another category and there were risks with the company. but lots of others did the same thing too which shows there's really strong appetite for the right product ... its been a great success and has to a certain extent put the co back on the map. the the product needs to keep moving on.... if i could get that 3-11 with a roof, wipers, a/c and a radio i would order it today. bet im not the only person globally thinking that either... i certainly know JP and i would rolling around tussling on the B&C forecourt over who would get theirs first )) surely a good thing for lotus ? gt4 ? don't make laugh ! marque comparisons to this exige would start with an M or an F not P or Zzzzzz ... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Pits Posted July 1, 2015 Report Share Posted July 1, 2015 That's an image I find a bit unsettling after your recent Facebook profile pic! Definitely arm wrestle you for it though, providing we agreed to talk about the game on Saturday immediately afterwards (Planes, Trains and Automobiles ref)! I'm hoping there might still be a few 311s available when the new V6 Cup is announced. I'll make my final decision then. But the Exige Cup format does work really well for driving to and from track days. I also did a 3000 miles Euro trip in my current Cup so it can do that too. I tried trailering and found 60mph just too tedious. I then tried trailering at 85mph and that was too exciting! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post Bibs Posted July 1, 2015 Author Popular Post Report Share Posted July 1, 2015 While I've been asked to not share the exact number, I can say that the 3-Eleven is definitely a sales success so far! 6 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 1, 2015 Gold FFM Report Share Posted July 1, 2015 That's great news Bibs - I'm starting negotiations to sell a kidney and my testicles (well, my kids are 21 and 18 now and I ain't no way going through that again!) so who knows, I might just get enough together in time for the 312th 311! 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...
LotusLeftLotusRight Posted July 1, 2015 Report Share Posted July 1, 2015 Very good news indeed. Slightly O/T Bibs, but have you been getting the same sales success feedback from the Evora 400? That's obviously the critical one, units-wise. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
FredP Posted July 1, 2015 Report Share Posted July 1, 2015 Design-wise, I feel the latest McLaren productions have made plenty of sport cars dated, and the 3-11 clearly step-up the Lotus game (I'd change the headlights to thinnest ones) Quote (ex) Elise S1 (VIN 357) LHD Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
NedaSay Posted July 1, 2015 Report Share Posted July 1, 2015 (edited) its an interesting question..... i think the exige is due a face lift 2016? how the hell you shoe horn doors into the complex sides of the 3-11 is going to be tough ask BUT they should try as it looks like an expensive bit of kit like that....its also v modern styling and areo without being silly and modern is precisely where lotus should be. the sides and back end are really very, very good imho.... the cheap plastic side-pods, dash, quality of plastics etc is going to be a limiting factor in upping the ticket price on the existing exige v6 and selling in size. they recognized this on the evora i assume they therefore they recognize this on the exige. the 3-11with a swooping roof it will look even more valuable, aggressive and accessible. the styling continues the departure away from the long lotus trend pre v6 exige. there is no shrink wrapping here, no rounded lines just as many straight lines as possible blended / balanced in that specifically accentuate size and presence .... not hide it..... i jumped from s1 elises, exiges to the v6 exige because for me the v6 wasnt just an elise coupe package with a wing (but does have a completely useless wing lol ). i saw the exige v6 as a mule, its change in styling philosophy, the big lump in the back and ordered one immediately. its price level was another category and there were risks with the company. but lots of others did the same thing too which shows there's really strong appetite for the right product ... its been a great success and has to a certain extent put the co back on the map. the the product needs to keep moving on.... if i could get that 3-11 with a roof, wipers, a/c and a radio i would order it today. bet im not the only person globally thinking that either... i certainly know JP and i would rolling around tussling on the B&C forecourt over who would get theirs first )) surely a good thing for lotus ? gt4 ? don't make laugh ! marque comparisons to this exige would start with an M or an F not P or Zzzzzz ... I get your point, the exige is supposed to get a slightly wider and lower silled tub next year but a roofed version of the 3-11 would not be a restyled Exige S. It would be an entirely new car, it would have a new chassis ; the engine bed/rear section would be a carry over but over than the lights up front, every single bit of skin would be new alongside with the cockpit. However if a coupe based on the 3-11 lines would be one good looking machine, a serious departure from the present design which is just a lengthened Elise. Indeed it would be a great way to reposition the Exige. Edited July 1, 2015 by NedaSay Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Pits Posted July 1, 2015 Report Share Posted July 1, 2015 The aero sculpting would look amazing on an Exige and would make the car more exotic. I particularly like the extra air outlets next to the headlights. However there is no precedent from the 211 in terms of styling influence over the fixed roof car. Having said that the 340R did preview the Elise S2 lights. But I still think it's doubtful that much of the 311 will end up in the new Exige but I'm hoping the styling won't change much anyway, I'm hoping Mrs Pits won't notice that I've changed my car! 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
simon mac Posted July 1, 2015 Report Share Posted July 1, 2015 I'm hoping Mrs Pits won't notice that I've changed my car! lol, that was my plan going from a Titanium Storm/Red Elise to a Carbon/Venom Exige Roadster.... Didn't work I think the exhaust note may have given it away 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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