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No budget ... Would rather minimise depreciation over a few years or so.
Sometimes the cheaper car is the smarter move as it gives 90% of the experience of one thats double the price. Its not all just about spending th most you can.
So i am asking where is the sweet spot, what are the must haves.
Sometimes the cheaper car is the smarter move as it gives 90% of the experience of one thats double the price. Its not all just about spending th most you can.
So i am asking where is the sweet spot, what are the must haves.
Why ? Surely the slower cars are more fun ?
What about the regular NA Exige S2 ?
Maybe one of them at 18k is the way to go as opposed to say 45k on an RGB. Saving yourself 27k in the process. Does the jump in the experience you get warrant the extra money. For example, if it was 40k on a 355 vs. 65k on an F430 then i would say definitely, the extra 25k is worth it as the 430 is like its from another planet in every way shape and form. 25k on a 996tt or an extra 15k on a 996gt3' YES .... Every single time.
But an early na s2 exige vs. 45k's worth of 260cup or RGB, im not so sure. They are probably pretty similar as an experience esp. the basics like chassis, brakes, handling etc..
What about the regular NA Exige S2 ?
Maybe one of them at 18k is the way to go as opposed to say 45k on an RGB. Saving yourself 27k in the process. Does the jump in the experience you get warrant the extra money. For example, if it was 40k on a 355 vs. 65k on an F430 then i would say definitely, the extra 25k is worth it as the 430 is like its from another planet in every way shape and form. 25k on a 996tt or an extra 15k on a 996gt3' YES .... Every single time.
But an early na s2 exige vs. 45k's worth of 260cup or RGB, im not so sure. They are probably pretty similar as an experience esp. the basics like chassis, brakes, handling etc..
Edited by jackal on Thursday 23 June 22:41
RGB isn`t worth the premium IMO as the 220/240 cars can easily be upgraded to the same power. Cup 260 values will depend on what happens with the supposed V6 version (will it be stripped out or luxury or both offered ?).
My money would go on the cheapest 240 car I could find with the 2008 onwards interior.
If your brave and plan on keeping it a few years, Silverstone have an ex-experience 2010 car up at £27K which could probably be had for closer to £25K. It wont have a Lotus factory warranty but they can supply an independant warranty to cover all parts. <y 2009 experience car has been fantastic.
My money would go on the cheapest 240 car I could find with the 2008 onwards interior.
If your brave and plan on keeping it a few years, Silverstone have an ex-experience 2010 car up at £27K which could probably be had for closer to £25K. It wont have a Lotus factory warranty but they can supply an independant warranty to cover all parts. <y 2009 experience car has been fantastic.
jackal said:
Why ? Surely the slower cars are more fun ?
What about the regular NA Exige S2 ?
Maybe one of them at 18k is the way to go as opposed to say 45k on an RGB. Saving yourself 27k in the process. Does the jump in the experience you get warrant the extra money. For example, if it was 40k on a 355 vs. 65k on an F430 then i would say definitely, the extra 25k is worth it as the 430 is like its from another planet in every way shape and form. 25k on a 996tt or an extra 15k on a 996gt3' YES .... Every single time.
But an early na s2 exige vs. 45k's worth of 260cup or RGB, im not so sure. They are probably pretty similar as an experience esp. the basics like chassis, brakes, handling etc..
Good advice. A 240R might be a good choice. Power and exclusive. Pure Lotus did have one for sale. I dont know if its gone yet.What about the regular NA Exige S2 ?
Maybe one of them at 18k is the way to go as opposed to say 45k on an RGB. Saving yourself 27k in the process. Does the jump in the experience you get warrant the extra money. For example, if it was 40k on a 355 vs. 65k on an F430 then i would say definitely, the extra 25k is worth it as the 430 is like its from another planet in every way shape and form. 25k on a 996tt or an extra 15k on a 996gt3' YES .... Every single time.
But an early na s2 exige vs. 45k's worth of 260cup or RGB, im not so sure. They are probably pretty similar as an experience esp. the basics like chassis, brakes, handling etc..
Edited by jackal on Thursday 23 June 22:41
a 240 PP, and the early ones with new dash in 2008 but having the proper AP big brakes which were changed about a year later to heavier, less expensive all-steel versions.
Then you can easily take it up to 260 spec once you're bored. Full 260 spec is well worth it IMHO, all the individual elements (incl. shear panel, lightened fly, etc.) really bring the experience on, especially if you also do the engine mounts at the same time. In fact I'd start with upgrading the engine mounts before anything else.
Second choice would be a straight N/A. Light, pure, and the engine sound is far better, epic trailing-throttle soundtrack.
Then you can easily take it up to 260 spec once you're bored. Full 260 spec is well worth it IMHO, all the individual elements (incl. shear panel, lightened fly, etc.) really bring the experience on, especially if you also do the engine mounts at the same time. In fact I'd start with upgrading the engine mounts before anything else.
Second choice would be a straight N/A. Light, pure, and the engine sound is far better, epic trailing-throttle soundtrack.
Edited by aelord on Saturday 25th June 18:05
Edited by aelord on Saturday 25th June 18:07
mikem7709 said:
You can "feel" the engine moving on track, the gearshift is also a lot smoother under hard acceleration. Downside is that there`s a little more vibration on idle, I don`t really notice `tho TBH.
Best £40 you can spend IMO. As said, sorts out the gear shift and the car instantly feels better in the corners. I think you can get several mounts now, I went with the powerflex ones, the vibration is definately noticeable at idle but once you are moving theres so much going on in terms of noise and vibration anyway it's completely unnoticeable.Gassing Station | Elise/Exige/Europa/340R | Top of Page | What's New | My Stuff