Official la auto show thread - Page 4 - LotusTalk

rnr · 11-16-2007, 10:10 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by fitfan

seeing thoose pics side by side - you realize how ugly the nissan gtr is, and how sexy the R8 is!

Actually you realize that the GTR is so ugly that it makes even the R8 look good

Flash G · 11-16-2007, 10:24 PM

One mystery though.... Where was the GT3RS?

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Jack · 11-17-2007, 06:58 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Flash G

One mystery though.... Where was the GT3RS?

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OLD news -- GT3RS is history.

The run is over.......last '08's are being built in December '08.

Found this one out in the wild....

Randy Chase · 11-17-2007, 07:41 AM

Flash, you were taking pics at the same time when we were there (when Jay Leno was in the booth). This pic, you can see mine and Robert P's legs in the background talking to a suit.

CVeRiTy · 11-17-2007, 09:35 AM

As you can tell from my number of posts, I am new to this forum and almost as new to the Lotus world.

I went to the LA Auto Show last night to get some hands-on impressions of the Elise SC.

I was amazed that I was invited into their show area (for the general public it is blocked off, but they will let you in if your interest appears to be serious). And more amazed to be able to talk to a veteran engineer (I believe this was Roger Becker) for easily half an hour.

It was awesome to get real information instead of a sales pitch!

The other posts in this thread already cover most the information I received. A few things I didn't notice in the other threads: The yellow Elise SC that you have seen in the photos are actually an 2007 Elise retrofitted with the badging, wing, and supercharger. It doesn't have the new hood mesh of the 08. Also, the first batch to arrive in the US will be 25 cars (not sure if that's only Elise SC's or if that includes the other models), and are expected in Feb 08.

I was able to sit in the yellow Elise SC. It was not as difficult to get in or out of as I expected (although granted, the top was off). My friend got in the club racer Exige and pretty much had to roll out

As I had heard on the forum, the pedals are *extremely* close together! I think I'll need to buy different shoes for driving lol!

You guys probably knew this, but I was told that if I was a hard top for the Elise, to order it with the car and not after the fact, because it's painted at the same time, so you get a perfect match.

shay2nak · 11-17-2007, 02:15 PM

what was that badass looking black Z06 with the splitter?
GTR is ugly...blah...

During preview night you can go right up to the exotics and sit in them too?

Flash G · 11-17-2007, 02:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by shay2nak

what was that badass looking black Z06 with the splitter?
GTR is ugly...blah...

During preview night you can go right up to the exotics and sit in them too?

The Z06 was a special custom conversion for Jay Leno. I can't remember the specs.

The great thing about the Preview night is that there are no crowds and yes, you can go in almost all of the exotics. (The Spykers and the new Lambo were off limits.)

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shay2nak · 11-17-2007, 02:58 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Flash G

The Z06 was a special custom conversion for Jay Leno. I can't remember the specs.

The great thing about the Preview night is that there are no crowds and yes, you can go in almost all of the exotics. (The Spykers and the new Lambo were off limits.)

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awesome. i'm going to have to do preview night next year for sure.

Randy Chase · 11-17-2007, 02:59 PM

It may be easier to get into the press days and that is even less crowded.

Flash G · 11-17-2007, 03:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Randy Chase

Flash, you were taking pics at the same time when we were there (when Jay Leno was in the booth). This pic, you can see mine and Robert P's legs in the background talking to a suit.

Sorry I missed you! There were a lot of guys with Lotus pins, etc... I wasn't sure who was who.

One more thing, did anyone notice the new plastic material they're using for the dash and side-sills? It has a much higher quality "rubberized" feel to it, but the problem is it makes it much tougher to slide into the car now.

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Jack · 11-17-2007, 05:43 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Flash G

One more thing, did anyone notice the new plastic material they're using for the dash and side-sills? It has a much higher quality "rubberized" feel to it, but the problem is it makes it much tougher to slide into the car now

Soft touch, satin finish.... very nice

shay2nak · 11-17-2007, 09:49 PM

I want those seats!!!

shay2nak · 11-17-2007, 09:50 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Flash G

The Z06 was a special custom conversion for Jay Leno. I can't remember the specs.

came across the corvette by accident. Looks like anyone can buy this vette...in april 08. Looks like he got one really early! It's a special C6RS by pratt & miller to commemorate the C6R.

http://www.seriouswheels.com/cars/20...vette-C6RS.htm

jasond · 11-17-2007, 10:36 PM

So are the alcantara seats and console standard (or part of touring package) as well, now? Or is this only for the club racer model?

MickOpalak · 11-18-2007, 05:35 AM

It's funny how in 2004 we were told by LCU that Alcantara would NEVER be offered in the US because it can't withstand our hot summers.

steuspeed · 11-18-2007, 02:36 PM

More Club Racer photos please. How did it look in person? I love the interior, color combo and brake upgrade. I am not sure about the track logos though. One more thing to explain.

ddurham · 11-18-2007, 05:43 PM

Looks like the only model they're going to preview in LA is the supercharged Elise. The Exige models will probably be shown at Detriot in Jan. What's with the 240 HP talk for the non-intercooled '08 Elise?

Randy Chase · 11-18-2007, 05:46 PM

I have not heard any talk of a 240hp SC Elise. All I have heard is for 220whp.

There were new 2008 Exiges at the LA Autoshow and I don't think there will be a significant presence at the show in Detroit.

wallabyguy · 11-18-2007, 05:48 PM

Lotus typically skips any official corporate display at Detroit.

charliex · 11-18-2007, 05:50 PM

i didn't think there would be a reventon at the show.. though i dunno why.

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shay2nak I <3 chicken, I <3 liver Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Land of da 1000 Oaks, CA Posts: 15,053	what was that badass looking black Z06 with the splitter? GTR is ugly...blah... During preview night you can go right up to the exotics and sit in them too? __________________ save ~10 lbs gain 1 hp EQ: Y=(190X) / (1984-X) where Y is (HP) and X is (lbs) '07 EXIGE S * MY CAR ** VIDEOS! '08 ACURA TSX 6-speed http://www.makeNYNYagain.com

11-17-2007, 02:59 PM	#69 (permalink)
Randy Chase Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: San Diego and where ever the roads lead Posts: 28,174 Images: 761	It may be easier to get into the press days and that is even less crowded. __________________ * V E R I T A S * A E Q U I T A S * No Longer the ADMIN here, please do not PM me asking for help. Thanks! 2006 Noble M400. Getrag tranny, Quaiffe LSD, Hinged clams. Duratec dual turbo V6. Hoosier 315-18 tires. 2350 pounds. Over 500hp. Track weapon. 2009 Rossion Q1. Monaco Orange. Wing. Black leather/Alcantara with orange stitching. The street car. In build: 2009 Toniq R (300whp? 1100 pounds?). Chrome Orange. Lexus GX-470 tow vehicle.

11-17-2007, 09:49 PM	#72 (permalink)
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11-17-2007, 09:35 AM	#65 (permalink)
CVeRiTy Registered User Join Date: Nov 2007 Location: Whittier, CA Posts: 45	As you can tell from my number of posts, I am new to this forum and almost as new to the Lotus world. I went to the LA Auto Show last night to get some hands-on impressions of the Elise SC. I was amazed that I was invited into their show area (for the general public it is blocked off, but they will let you in if your interest appears to be serious). And more amazed to be able to talk to a veteran engineer (I believe this was Roger Becker) for easily half an hour. It was awesome to get real information instead of a sales pitch! The other posts in this thread already cover most the information I received. A few things I didn't notice in the other threads: The yellow Elise SC that you have seen in the photos are actually an 2007 Elise retrofitted with the badging, wing, and supercharger. It doesn't have the new hood mesh of the 08. Also, the first batch to arrive in the US will be 25 cars (not sure if that's only Elise SC's or if that includes the other models), and are expected in Feb 08. I was able to sit in the yellow Elise SC. It was not as difficult to get in or out of as I expected (although granted, the top was off). My friend got in the club racer Exige and pretty much had to roll out As I had heard on the forum, the pedals are extremely close together! I think I'll need to buy different shoes for driving lol! You guys probably knew this, but I was told that if I was a hard top for the Elise, to order it with the car and not after the fact, because it's painted at the same time, so you get a perfect match.

11-17-2007, 10:36 PM	#74 (permalink)
jasond Registered User Join Date: Nov 2005 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 488	So are the alcantara seats and console standard (or part of touring package) as well, now? Or is this only for the club racer model?

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MickOpalak Prez: The K.G.B. Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 5,303	It's funny how in 2004 we were told by LCU that Alcantara would NEVER be offered in the US because it can't withstand our hot summers. __________________ 2007 Exige S265 - Krypton Green - Gotham 265 ECU - Volk TE37s - Toyo R888s - B&M Shifter - QuickSilver exhaust - stripes - harnesses - Pagid pads - Green air filter 2002 Jaguar XKR convertible 2000 BMW 528i President - Lotus Limited Southeast http://autos.groups.yahoo.com/group/LLSE/

11-18-2007, 02:36 PM	#76 (permalink)
steuspeed Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Portland, OR Posts: 902	More Club Racer photos please. How did it look in person? I love the interior, color combo and brake upgrade. I am not sure about the track logos though. One more thing to explain.

11-18-2007, 05:43 PM	#77 (permalink)
ddurham Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Posts: 74	Looks like the only model they're going to preview in LA is the supercharged Elise. The Exige models will probably be shown at Detriot in Jan. What's with the 240 HP talk for the non-intercooled '08 Elise?

11-18-2007, 05:46 PM	#78 (permalink)
Randy Chase Registered User Join Date: Apr 2002 Location: San Diego and where ever the roads lead Posts: 28,174 Images: 761	I have not heard any talk of a 240hp SC Elise. All I have heard is for 220whp. There were new 2008 Exiges at the LA Autoshow and I don't think there will be a significant presence at the show in Detroit. __________________ * V E R I T A S * A E Q U I T A S * No Longer the ADMIN here, please do not PM me asking for help. Thanks! 2006 Noble M400. Getrag tranny, Quaiffe LSD, Hinged clams. Duratec dual turbo V6. Hoosier 315-18 tires. 2350 pounds. Over 500hp. Track weapon. 2009 Rossion Q1. Monaco Orange. Wing. Black leather/Alcantara with orange stitching. The street car. In build: 2009 Toniq R (300whp? 1100 pounds?). Chrome Orange. Lexus GX-470 tow vehicle.

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