I'll gladly retract the conclusion about the Lotus "point A-B" philosophy not being attractive to Lotus buyers since, you're right, Lotus is about that. I interpretted that idea to mean "commuting point a-b" which is obviously not what Lotus cars do well (unless you're one of many who enjoy the painful pleasure of commuting in one.) Lotus's "The three 90's rule", on the other hand, doesn't jibe with an Elise/Exige since these cars really transform into their truer selves way up the rev and lateral load range where I, nor, I assume, most owners, spend much time when on the streets. Certainly on the track that idea applies, but that goes for all true sports cars, not just Lotus cars.
Anyhow, I'm reading more on the Elan M100 and finding most owners seem to love them as sportscars, and that's proof to me that they are indeed good sportscars. I was just always annoyed at the fact that the M100 almost killed Lotus and to me it seemed like such a weak attempt at redemption. It's good to hear they performed better and actually endured mechanically longer than they looked good!
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Originally Posted by Elanlover
That design philosophy was adopted before GM owned them as was the concpet in general. The M90 and X100 were prototypes long before GM was in the picture. The point A-B is exactly inline with Lotus philosopohy and is today for that matter - especially with the Elise. Do you understand what they mean by A-B? Its a direct comparison to "straight line speed". Lotus cars have rarely been the fastest straight line cars. But, they've always been performers in the twisties and on the track with legendary handling. That's what they mean by A-B.
As for the "3-90's", how's that different from the Elise today? Do you think that 90% of the people can't get 90% of the performance out of the Elise 90% of the time? Regardless, what's any of that got to do with the Elan being a FWD sportscar?????
At least you took the time to read some of the quotes and get up to speed unlike so many others. Kudos for that. But, now that you've read it, wouldn't you agree that your initial volley was a bit harsh and innacurrate?
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