Popular Post Daveb99 69 Posted October 21, 2017 Popular Post Report Share Posted October 21, 2017 (edited) After owning 3 Elise S1s over the last 17 years, I took the plunge recently and sold my beloved Elise Sport 160 (gulp!) in favour of an Exige S Roadster. Two test drives about a month ago at Silverstone sealed it - thanks Aimee and Matthew for putting up with my overly-thorough tendencies - I decided I prefer the clean lines and slightly softer ride of the Roadster to the Coupe, and I'm not ready to give up my roof-off motoring for an Evora just yet.. I picked it up about 10 days ago, and although I haven't put many miles on it yet, it's clear that it's a big step up in terms of performance, quality and creature comforts. I'll miss the S160 - it was a special and iconic car for sure - but hey ho, we all know when the time is right to move on I guess. It's Carbon Grey, with the contrasting Venom Red interior. It was actually one of the Lotus press cars originally when launched, and just the second Roadster off the line, so has benefitted from a decent spec (Premium and Convenience packs, Air Con, Heated Seats, Rear parking sensors, and also the Two-part performance disks) and being a demo, mechanically it been kept tip-top and has wanted for nothing according to the chaps at Hethel I spoke to at length (as part of that thoroughness thing I mentioned......!). Looking forward to sharing my experiences (and experience, eventually) with the Exige V6 owners on here.. Here are a few photos - I'll add some more in the near future when the sun is shining Edited October 21, 2017 by Daveb99 7 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
The Pits 4,411 Posted October 21, 2017 Report Share Posted October 21, 2017 Stunning car, lovely spec. Congratulations! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Stuart Monument 792 Posted October 21, 2017 Report Share Posted October 21, 2017 Look great ! Don’t know much about the Exige but looks awesome with no rear spoiler Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stephenwhyte 2,003 Posted October 21, 2017 Report Share Posted October 21, 2017 That’s a pretty car Dave - always thought that style of wheel looked better in silver Looks a great purchase - enjoy! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bibs 11,659 Posted October 21, 2017 Report Share Posted October 21, 2017 Cracking pics too! Conversely, my visit to Silverstone was a cup of coffee and the Evora purchase a month or so ago was a side thought, I'd pretty much made my mind up to buy it before I'd turned up 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 post Share on other sites
Popular Post Daveb99 69 Posted October 21, 2017 Author Popular Post Report Share Posted October 21, 2017 (edited) Cheers for the comments....I must confess I didn't take the photos in my original post - but I did take these on my phone the other day - slightly less inspiring backgrounds (and the quintessential litter bin shot!).. Edited October 21, 2017 by Daveb99 4 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
French Frie 401 Posted October 21, 2017 Report Share Posted October 21, 2017 Congratulations ! I only can approve your choice, as mine is almost a twin sister, apart from the sienna brown color, but both colors are almost the same ... sleek look of the roadster with silver wheels rocks ! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ramjet 1,092 Posted October 21, 2017 Report Share Posted October 21, 2017 Looks good Dave. Even your photos that you took are pretty good. Quote All we know is that when they stop making this, we will be properly, properly sad.Jeremy Clarkson on the Esprit. Opinions are like armpits. Everyone has them, some just stink more than others. Link to post Share on other sites
mcx 164 Posted October 21, 2017 Report Share Posted October 21, 2017 Looks lovely, congrats. The red interior is beautiful! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Daveb99 69 Posted October 22, 2017 Author Report Share Posted October 22, 2017 Here's a couple of the interior - I've always been a fan of red leather with grey, black or silver. When I saw this car advertised in this colour combination and spec I knew I was on a slippery slope.... 2 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
21gg 423 Posted October 22, 2017 Report Share Posted October 22, 2017 Very nice mate! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Daveb99 69 Posted October 22, 2017 Author Report Share Posted October 22, 2017 3 hours ago, 21gg said: Very nice mate! Cheers Gav - I trust you and the mighty GTE are keeping well..? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Gold FFM C8RKH 6,723 Posted October 22, 2017 Gold FFM Report Share Posted October 22, 2017 Lovely car. Very very nice. Well done matey, you've got good taste! 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 post Share on other sites
21gg 423 Posted October 22, 2017 Report Share Posted October 22, 2017 We are mate, although it's now been relegated to a weekend car! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Arun_D 742 Posted October 23, 2017 Report Share Posted October 23, 2017 Congrats. I recall seeing this car rolling through Worthing during the summer. Great spec, my last V6S coupe was the colour combo. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
theelanman 512 Posted October 23, 2017 Report Share Posted October 23, 2017 stunning and a teriffic colour combo...... congratulations Quote The Faster You Drive...The Slower You Age (Albert Einstein 14 March 1879 - 18 April 1955) Link to post Share on other sites
DJW 691 Posted October 23, 2017 Report Share Posted October 23, 2017 Best colour combo. Love red interiors. Quote Previously owned :Exige 380, Exige 350, Evora 400, Exige V6S, Esprit GT3, 2-11 SC, Evora S, Elite 501 Link to post Share on other sites
Popular Post Daveb99 69 Posted October 23, 2017 Author Popular Post Report Share Posted October 23, 2017 Another day, another photo... Had a fantastic blast in it yesterday, what a car.... Thanks for all the positive comments - makes it feel even more special 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
French Frie 401 Posted October 23, 2017 Report Share Posted October 23, 2017 Great ! Now, take it to the proper roads, and you’ll be in love forever : Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Daveb99 69 Posted October 24, 2017 Author Report Share Posted October 24, 2017 11 hours ago, French Frie said: Great ! Now, take it to the proper roads, and you’ll be in love forever : Stunning scenery - I see you and your passenger have matching blue scarves....! I intend to do a European trip in the car at some point. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JohnnySC 9 Posted October 24, 2017 Report Share Posted October 24, 2017 Brill choice, grey plus red leather is great combo, the roadster is a much underrated car imho, had mine 3 years now after 3 different elise versions, black with red interior set off by the silver wheels which I think look great, an occasion every time I take it out. You'll love it. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
GFWilliams 2,012 Posted October 24, 2017 Report Share Posted October 24, 2017 That is a fantastic colour combo, enjoy! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
French Frie 401 Posted October 24, 2017 Report Share Posted October 24, 2017 13 hours ago, Daveb99 said: I see you and your passenger have matching blue scarves....! hey, we’re french, aren’t we ? please bring your roadster on the continent, and on mountains roads in particular... this is the best car for that: powerful enough to blast every other mechanical animal, yet small enough to compose with hairpins and narrow roads... and without front splitter and roof, the roadster is the best Exige there ! ... ain’t no mountain high enough ! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Popular Post Daveb99 69 Posted October 25, 2017 Author Popular Post Report Share Posted October 25, 2017 Brilliant - I'll definitely be planning a mountainous trip in the near future... Went out for a quick blast late this afternoon so grabbed some more pics. Carbon Grey is pretty impressive when it catches the sun. 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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