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SFRobert · 06-02-2008, 03:27 PM

New & Future Cars: Secant Type 1 Lotus Exige
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kestrel74 · 06-02-2008, 03:42 PM

After the Europa / Zetec.... I'm DONE with engine swaps !!

Ravenbk · 06-02-2008, 03:45 PM

Dmbrown34 · 06-02-2008, 04:00 PM

Ive seen plenty of us chase down vipers on the track in stock 190 hp Elises. Dont need $6k in upgrades to do that...

Aedo · 06-02-2008, 07:04 PM

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Originally Posted by Dmbrown34

Ive seen plenty of us chase down vipers on the track in stock 190 hp Elises. Dont need $6k in upgrades to do that...

The package is $19k

- The $6k mentioned is the wheel tyre and brake component.

Cali · 06-02-2008, 07:12 PM

That is ridiculously expensive! You can just get a 240S and keep the factory warranty...

gameson · 06-02-2008, 07:38 PM

But I think the Lotus S240 is only applicable to an Exige. If I am not mistaken, this kit is also available for an Elise (correct me if I am wrong)

mp3moose · 06-02-2008, 07:49 PM

Aftermarket turbo/super charger plus engine management is much easier and much much cheaper. Other than the torque bump, why would you give up 8k rpm for just a modest gain.

Sorry, I'll pass.

Mr. Know · 06-02-2008, 08:44 PM

Sounds interesting, but 19,000 for 60hp is steep...and what about CARB and smogging?

Also, are there any plans for intercooling for Exiges?

Bavarian Motorist · 06-02-2008, 09:45 PM

Well, the benefit is that you get a new engine. No modding and pushing the limits of the stock engine necessary. That equals reliability. You also get a warranty from Secant. You don't get a warranty on the supercharged or turbocharged engines; only the parts.

This is not just about peak power. This is a completely different engine. It will change the car completely. No more peaky power band.

How much do you expect reliable engine swaps to cost anyway?

06-02-2008, 03:27 PM	#1 (permalink)
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06-02-2008, 03:42 PM	#2 (permalink)
kestrel74 G-200 Driver Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: North of Detroit; Watkins Glen, NY Posts: 7,296	After the Europa / Zetec.... I'm DONE with engine swaps !! __________________ 74 Europa Zetec TC Special 3614R Elise #2292 / Chrome Orange !! / Starshield / Sachs suspension / RTDbrace / Uprights machined / Down Low rails / ... "My daily driver does .85 Mach" " I started flying when Sex was safe and Hang Gliding was dangerous " BUY My Europa ! http://www.lotustalk.com/forums/f94/...pa-sale-43829/

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Dmbrown34 Grrrrrr Baby Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 1,593	Ive seen plenty of us chase down vipers on the track in stock 190 hp Elises. Dont need $6k in upgrades to do that... __________________ Add me on MySpace 2005 Lotus Elise LSS 2003 Corvette 50th Anniversary Convertible Visit LA Club Chat for the latest on clubbing and nightlife in Los Angeles

06-02-2008, 07:12 PM	#6 (permalink)
Cali mind over matter Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: Los Angeles Posts: 672	That is ridiculously expensive! You can just get a 240S and keep the factory warranty... __________________ 2006 Sport Elise #38 "Have you ever noticed that anybody driving slower than you is an idiot, and anyone going faster than you is a maniac?" - George Carlin

06-02-2008, 08:44 PM	#9 (permalink)
Mr. Know British by extrapolation Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Marin, California Posts: 2,158 Images: 5	Sounds interesting, but 19,000 for 60hp is steep...and what about CARB and smogging? Also, are there any plans for intercooling for Exiges? __________________ 07 Magnetic Blue Exige S

06-02-2008, 03:45 PM	#3 (permalink)
Ravenbk Registered User Join Date: Feb 2007 Posts: 125

06-02-2008, 07:38 PM	#7 (permalink)
gameson Track Addict Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 1,822	But I think the Lotus S240 is only applicable to an Exige. If I am not mistaken, this kit is also available for an Elise (correct me if I am wrong)

06-02-2008, 07:49 PM	#8 (permalink)
mp3moose Complete Lotus Junkie Join Date: May 2004 Location: Washington DC Posts: 638	Aftermarket turbo/super charger plus engine management is much easier and much much cheaper. Other than the torque bump, why would you give up 8k rpm for just a modest gain. Sorry, I'll pass.

06-02-2008, 09:45 PM	#10 (permalink)
Bavarian Motorist Live to Drive Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Rye, NY Posts: 8,365	Well, the benefit is that you get a new engine. No modding and pushing the limits of the stock engine necessary. That equals reliability. You also get a warranty from Secant. You don't get a warranty on the supercharged or turbocharged engines; only the parts. This is not just about peak power. This is a completely different engine. It will change the car completely. No more peaky power band. How much do you expect reliable engine swaps to cost anyway? __________________ Driving a Lotus Exige with sticky... performance tires on icy roads or in standing water is about as much fun as walking a high wire treated with WD-40 - Car & Driver BWR supercharged... I suppose I "got the power" now??

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