First look! New Lotus model... - LotusTalk

Moto44 · 07-10-2008, 09:23 AM

The Lotus Esprius.

Moto44 · 07-10-2008, 09:25 AM

Yet another attempt to broaden its market after the failed attempts to lure the redneck and the "pimp my ride" crowds.

Bavarian Motorist · 07-10-2008, 09:27 AM

Oh man. I can't wait to get one of those on the track.

frostylocks · 07-10-2008, 10:01 AM

Oh, Bitchin'!

dude! this is my plan.
I'm gonna print out your pix and use it as a template for my LotusEcho (see my signature).

let's see..tools I will need:

1. magic marker to line off the cut marks for the...
2. sawz-all
3. JB weld and superglue/ red Lotus epoxy to re-assemble.

slaughtr · 07-10-2008, 10:08 AM

Todd, believe it or not, I actually think that looks good.

Plus, it makes seat headrest LCD screens useful.

Moto44 · 07-10-2008, 10:09 AM

For me, it's just further proof that there's no such thing as a four-door sports car.

Monsi · 07-10-2008, 10:11 AM

so where does the engine go?

azskycop · 07-10-2008, 10:12 AM

I would never buy one with those "touring wheels"!!!!!

Moto44 · 07-10-2008, 10:13 AM

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Originally Posted by Monsi

so where does the engine go?

It's an eco-friendly car. My guess is that you have to pedal it.

Sleazy E · 07-10-2008, 10:24 AM

I will hold out for the supercharged version

skottoman · 07-10-2008, 10:38 AM

Buahahahaaaa! Esprius!

slaughtr · 07-10-2008, 10:55 AM

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Originally Posted by skottoman

Buahahahaaaa! Esprius!

I prefer Espious.

Allan Gibbs · 07-10-2008, 11:58 AM

I like them. They address the market that Lotus has so blantly ignored for so long. Finally, Lotus is on track!

muttpep · 07-10-2008, 12:04 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slaughtr

I prefer Espious.

Are you insinuating that there is a built in vow of celibacy because the chicks will flock away from the car?

slaughtr · 07-10-2008, 01:13 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by muttpep

Are you insinuating that there is a built in vow of celibacy because the chicks will flock away from the car?

pi·ous (ps)
adj.
1. Having or exhibiting religious reverence; earnestly compliant in the observance of religion; devout. See Synonyms at religious.
2.
a. Marked by conspicuous devoutness: a pious and holy observation.
b. Marked by false devoutness; solemnly hypocritical: a pious fraud.
3. Devotional: pious readings.
4. Professing or exhibiting a strict, traditional sense of virtue and morality; high-minded.
5. Commendable; worthy: a pious effort.

sponge · 07-10-2008, 01:18 PM

does this come with the solar panels too? LOL

Moto44 · 07-10-2008, 08:36 PM

I can't decide if this looks more like a PT Cruiser or a Dodge Magnum station wagon.

frostylocks · 07-11-2008, 04:57 AM

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Originally Posted by Moto44

I can't decide if this looks more like a PT Cruiser or a Dodge Magnum station wagon.

i get confused with the new Mopar model nomenclature.
what about that Caliber wagon thingy they make? isn't that based on the HorizonNeon turd?

if it is more of a Magnum wagon, put some of those go-fast SRT-8 badges and some groovy stripes?

which has got me thinking...with the resurgence of station wagons in america, where's that awesome fake wood side paneling gone to?

that's why my next joke car will probably be one of those 2 door Pinto wagons with the wood side paneling!

off to hunt for one on e-bay now!

Moto44 · 07-11-2008, 06:18 AM

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Originally Posted by frostylocks

that's why my next joke car will probably be one of those 2 door Pinto wagons with the wood side paneling!

Not as a joke, but I figured I would pick a black "Smokey and the Bandit" Trans Am until I saw the prices they are fetching. Oh well, I can alway have the hood decal applied to the Elise.

muttpep · 07-11-2008, 06:44 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by slaughtr

pi·ous (ps)
adj.
1. Having or exhibiting religious reverence; earnestly compliant in the observance of religion; devout. See Synonyms at religious.
2.
a. Marked by conspicuous devoutness: a pious and holy observation.
b. Marked by false devoutness; solemnly hypocritical: a pious fraud.
3. Devotional: pious readings.
4. Professing or exhibiting a strict, traditional sense of virtue and morality; high-minded.
5. Commendable; worthy: a pious effort.

I like mine better :P

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Bavarian Motorist Live to Drive Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: NYC/Westchester, NY Posts: 10,852	Oh man. I can't wait to get one of those on the track. __________________ Be an alpha male. Drive a Lotus.

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frostylocks Registered User Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Central US Posts: 174 Images: 6	Oh, Bitchin'! dude! this is my plan. I'm gonna print out your pix and use it as a template for my LotusEcho (see my signature). let's see..tools I will need: 1. magic marker to line off the cut marks for the... 2. sawz-all 3. JB weld and superglue/ red Lotus epoxy to re-assemble. __________________ '08 Elise SC Laser Blue, Sport, Touring, HT, SS, Larini S Club Sport, Manly Motor Mounts, K&N. '02 Audi S6 Avant/snowmobile '01 Toyota Echo (quit laughing! it's the perfect 4 door golf-cart-grocery-getter!)

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slaughtr Big head man Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Boise, Idaho Posts: 5,953 Images: 3	Todd, believe it or not, I actually think that looks good. Plus, it makes seat headrest LCD screens useful. __________________ My car both sucks and blows. Now with added all natural smoky goodness! Last edited by slaughtr : 07-10-2008 at 10:13 AM.

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Moto44 Back in the Saddle Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Illinois Posts: 4,806	For me, it's just further proof that there's no such thing as a four-door sports car. __________________ If nobody ever died doing it, how much fun could it be?

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Monsi Statistical Anomaly Join Date: Mar 2008 Location: Kauai Posts: 2,291 Images: 21	so where does the engine go? __________________ Dude, there's my car!

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Allan Gibbs Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Glendale, CA (formerly Gilbert, AZ) Posts: 5,399	I like them. They address the market that Lotus has so blantly ignored for so long. Finally, Lotus is on track! __________________ 2005 BRP Elise- SOLD 6/9/07 2006 MV Agusta F4S - SOLD 4/30/09 2008 Audi TT (MKII) 2009 Audi A4 2009 Ducati 1198

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