2008 Lotus Exige GT3 review - LotusTalk

mikem · 03-18-2008, 04:26 AM

"Angelo Lazaris will present the 2008 Lotus Exige GT3 this week-end at the Australian Formula 1 Grand Prix. Based on the European race car that competed in the FIA GT3 category, this is the world’s fastest Lotus, fitted with extreme aerodynamic aids and a highly developed 1.8-litre engine based on the same unit in the Exige S road car..."

This is from a new review on 2008 Lotus Exige GT3, from Top Speed. It includes info on the design, safety and performance of the model, as well as other features. Also available is a video and wallpaper / photo gallery.

Here is the link to the full article:
2008 Lotus Exige GT3 - Top Speed

And the link to the picture gallery:
2008 Lotus Exige GT3 wallpapers and high resolution photos - Top Speed

Westrock · 03-20-2008, 12:54 AM

There is insane and then there is that damn thing.

Bgwilly31 · 03-26-2008, 03:37 PM

im not a fan of the front missing the small signal lights.

DarkLotus · 03-26-2008, 03:43 PM

Is it track-only? The quote makes a point of differentiating road cars and race cars.

codymac · 03-26-2008, 04:24 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by mikem

... this is the world’s fastest Lotus...

We get to see an Exige break 200mph? Really?

Quote:

That’s an 89 percent increase over base specification, and a colossal 198 hp per-litre.

They neglected to mention the that 4G63 is pushing 202hp per liter, with a factory warranty.

sleeprfocus · 03-26-2008, 05:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by codymac

They neglected to mention the that 4G63 is pushing 202hp per liter, with a factory warranty.

The warranty is thrown in free with the purchase of a works team, labor budget, and spare parts

andrewgotanelise · 03-26-2008, 06:01 PM

oh my..... so many cool aspects of the car. I wonder if exiges in the futer will got water to air also. With 15 % drivetrain they are still claiming 297.5 whp which is a good amount using the current supercharger setup. Anyone have any further info on the engine setup

knucklehead · 03-26-2008, 07:26 PM

So how did this car do in the race?

andrewgotanelise · 03-26-2008, 07:47 PM

11charlie · 03-26-2008, 08:48 PM

Interesting mirrors.

codymac · 03-26-2008, 10:20 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by sleeprfocus

The warranty is thrown in free with the purchase of a works team, labor budget, and spare parts

I need a gig like that!

Quote:

Originally Posted by 11charlie

Interesting mirrors.

http://www.exiges.com/ubbthreads/sho...fpart=all&vc=1

pez · 03-27-2008, 12:47 AM

He's my 2006 GT3... you can see how the animal has evolved.

sleeprfocus · 03-27-2008, 11:06 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by pez

He's my 2006 GT3... you can see how the animal has evolved.

Very nice setup. Did you buy the works car from the Cadena team or commissioned your own car built new?

pez · 03-27-2008, 05:40 PM

It's the Lotus Prototype owned by Lotus, that was raced in the British GT 2006, but under tha cadena banner. The other two cars were Cadena customer cars, one of which is Angelo's car above.

A 3rd Cadena Customer car was introduced towards the end of the 2006 season and lotus refreshed this car and sold it to Lotus Korea.

I bought it from them.

andrewgotanelise · 03-27-2008, 07:45 PM

hey pez who used a potato gun against the area behind the rear wheels?

shay2nak · 03-27-2008, 09:50 PM

03-18-2008, 04:26 AM	#1 (permalink)
mikem Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Posts: 3	2008 Lotus Exige GT3 review "Angelo Lazaris will present the 2008 Lotus Exige GT3 this week-end at the Australian Formula 1 Grand Prix. Based on the European race car that competed in the FIA GT3 category, this is the world’s fastest Lotus, fitted with extreme aerodynamic aids and a highly developed 1.8-litre engine based on the same unit in the Exige S road car..." This is from a new review on 2008 Lotus Exige GT3, from Top Speed. It includes info on the design, safety and performance of the model, as well as other features. Also available is a video and wallpaper / photo gallery. Here is the link to the full article: 2008 Lotus Exige GT3 - Top Speed And the link to the picture gallery: 2008 Lotus Exige GT3 wallpapers and high resolution photos - Top Speed

03-20-2008, 12:54 AM	#2 (permalink)
Westrock Haxord but mine Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Fort Worth Posts: 1,133	There is insane and then there is that damn thing. __________________ -David 2006 Storm Ti Exige 168HP / 120TQ Wallpapers \|Stereo Harness Info \| Exige with no wing??

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Bgwilly31 Twisties Addict Join Date: Mar 2005 Location: Cincy, OH Posts: 1,199	im not a fan of the front missing the small signal lights. __________________ -*Aspen White Exige S* 04' Lexus Turbo IS300 BSM "track car"--SOLD "Straight lines dont mean sh"

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DarkLotus Developer Join Date: Dec 2007 Posts: 86	Is it track-only? The quote makes a point of differentiating road cars and race cars. __________________ A Lotus hopeful.

03-26-2008, 06:01 PM	#7 (permalink)
andrewgotanelise MMA Fighter Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Where the drugs are cheap and the girls are easy Posts: 1,095	oh my..... so many cool aspects of the car. I wonder if exiges in the futer will got water to air also. With 15 % drivetrain they are still claiming 297.5 whp which is a good amount using the current supercharger setup. Anyone have any further info on the engine setup __________________ 05 NFB Elise / Katana SC / No Snorkle / 3.2 "10" psi pulley / Stage 1 Exhaust / Decat / Green Filter Last edited by andrewgotanelise : 03-26-2008 at 06:18 PM.

03-26-2008, 07:26 PM	#8 (permalink)
knucklehead Registered User Join Date: Jul 2004 Location: Marina del Rey, CA Posts: 2,999	So how did this car do in the race? __________________ Jacob Join Lotuscar.ning.com for LA Lotus social events 05 Exise, 2bular 6 inch exhaust. BWR double adjustable Penske shocks, Hypercoil springs, HIDs, BWR front sway bar, Light weight PC680 battery w/BWR brace, BWR Black badges and wheel centers, Custom SCC paint job, SCC OEM Exige mesh kit and Exige rear clam details, LSD, Lotus sport clutch and light weight fly wheel. Sector front splitter. Stebel horn. Multivex Mirrors. Volk CE28 wheels

03-26-2008, 07:47 PM	#9 (permalink)
andrewgotanelise MMA Fighter Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Where the drugs are cheap and the girls are easy Posts: 1,095	__________________ 05 NFB Elise / Katana SC / No Snorkle / 3.2 "10" psi pulley / Stage 1 Exhaust / Decat / Green Filter

03-26-2008, 08:48 PM	#10 (permalink)
11charlie Registered User Join Date: Feb 2008 Location: East Texas Posts: 28	Interesting mirrors.

03-27-2008, 12:47 AM	#12 (permalink)
pez Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 39	He's my 2006 GT3... you can see how the animal has evolved. Attached Images __________________ http://www.lotuschallengeasia.com http://www.jump.com.hk

03-27-2008, 05:40 PM	#14 (permalink)
pez Registered User Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Hong Kong Posts: 39	It's the Lotus Prototype owned by Lotus, that was raced in the British GT 2006, but under tha cadena banner. The other two cars were Cadena customer cars, one of which is Angelo's car above. A 3rd Cadena Customer car was introduced towards the end of the 2006 season and lotus refreshed this car and sold it to Lotus Korea. I bought it from them. __________________ http://www.lotuschallengeasia.com http://www.jump.com.hk

03-27-2008, 07:45 PM	#15 (permalink)
andrewgotanelise MMA Fighter Join Date: Apr 2007 Location: Where the drugs are cheap and the girls are easy Posts: 1,095	hey pez who used a potato gun against the area behind the rear wheels? __________________ 05 NFB Elise / Katana SC / No Snorkle / 3.2 "10" psi pulley / Stage 1 Exhaust / Decat / Green Filter

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