Moving to Kentucky questions! - LotusTalk

2002 Sexterra · 10-09-2007, 10:39 AM

Just want to see who all is out that way ill be in Clarskville

also looking for the closest lotus service area? and local clubs

~Jon

Eclise · 10-09-2007, 10:47 AM

Is Clarksville near Fort Campbell? I am originally from the Lexington area. Google keeps bringing up Clarksville, TN. Good luck with the move. KY folk are nice.

RacyTracy · 10-09-2007, 11:38 AM

Written by Tommy Boyce and Bobby Hart, the song tells the story of a young man who has been drafted and is trying to arrange one last date with his girlfriend before shipping off to Vietnam (thus explaining the repeated line, "... and I don't know if I'm ever coming home").[1] Like many hit Monkees songs of the era ("Cuddly Toy", "Pleasant Valley Sunday'"), the song pairs a fast, chipper melody with darker lyrics. Micky Dolenz performs the lead vocal, with Boyce playing acoustic guitar.

The song is strikingly similar to The Beatles' "Paperback Writer" both in the style of "jangly" guitar and the chord structure.

Even more striking is the similarity of the guitar riff to the earlier one in "Blue's Theme", by Davie Allan and the Arrows, from the Peter Fonda biker movie, "The Wild Angels".

Recorded at RCA Records Studio A, Hollywood, on 25 July 1966, "Last Train to Clarksville" peaked at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States.

The song's title appears to refer to the city of Clarksville, Tennessee, and by implication to nearby Fort Campbell, Kentucky, but Hart claims that this is a coincidence and that the choice of the name "Clarksville" was arbitrary.

There never was a train station in Clarksville.

Tennessee/Kentucky.....close enough

Feffman · 10-09-2007, 12:08 PM

Jon:

Contact Chris Layton of the Tennessee Area Lotus Enthusiasts (TALE) at
(901) 619-4872.

My in-laws are in Clarksville about 45 minutes north of Nashville. Keep in mind you are now only about 4-5 hours from Road Atlanta.

Feff

Goose · 10-09-2007, 01:02 PM

Jon,

If you're moving to Kentucky, the closest Lotus dealer is probably MAG (Midwestern Auto Group) in Columbus, Ohio. Although it's been a while now since I had mine in for service, my experience was pretty good.

If she's not too busy with her new baby, Jenn (OneFastLotus) lives in Kentucky and may be willing to answer a few basic questions for you.

2002 Sexterra · 10-09-2007, 01:32 PM

awsome stuff gang thanks a ton so far! yes clarksville is close to Ft Campbell i got a civilian firefighter job there.

Shaggy · 10-21-2007, 09:50 PM

I thought Clarksville was in Tennessee. There are a few of us a couple hours north in Louisville. Myself, CrashTestDummy & OneFastLotus and a few (literally three others) as of yet unidentified owners. There are a few british car shows and exotic cruises here throughout the year, you'll definitely have to come up and check them out.

I would definitely recommend getting your service performed at MAG in Columbus Ohio. It's a bit of a drive but I've had service performed there and Lotus of Atlanta and the difference is beyond night and day. LOA was an absolutely terrible nightmare whereas MAG goes out of their way to help us in any way they can and ensures that our visit is nothing short of great. If you're looking for non-dealer service I can definitely recommend a couple of competent mechanics in the Louisville area, they will do the work (if I don't have time to do so) on my car once the warranty is up.

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Originally Posted by Feffman

Keep in mind you are now only about 4-5 hours from Road Atlanta.

Deals Gap as well!

Bgwilly31 · 02-09-2008, 02:17 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Shaggy

I thought Clarksville was in Tennessee. There are a few of us a couple hours north in Louisville. Myself, CrashTestDummy & OneFastLotus and a few (literally three others) as of yet unidentified owners. There are a few british car shows and exotic cruises here throughout the year, you'll definitely have to come up and check them out.

I would definitely recommend getting your service performed at MAG in Columbus Ohio. It's a bit of a drive but I've had service performed there and Lotus of Atlanta and the difference is beyond night and day. LOA was an absolutely terrible nightmare whereas MAG goes out of their way to help us in any way they can and ensures that our visit is nothing short of great. If you're looking for non-dealer service I can definitely recommend a couple of competent mechanics in the Louisville area, they will do the work (if I don't have time to do so) on my car once the warranty is up.

Deals Gap as well!

During my quest to find my car i called many different dealerships. One was LOA. Out of the 10 that i talked to. LOA was the worst over the phone.

Im cincy. I would love to meet up with the N.KY owners.

DragonRider1 · 02-09-2008, 07:59 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Goose

If she's not too busy with her new baby, Jenn (OneFastLotus) lives in Kentucky and may be willing to answer a few basic questions for you.

I haven't seen hide nor hair of Jenn in ages. Frankly, if it wasn't for her, I'd never have found this board and never been able to get my Elise. That stemmed from a random internet chat room encounter. I'm betting they thought I was just another moron kid in the chat rooms. <grin>

Btw, I'm in Knoxville which isn't too far south of Lexington. If you are heading out this way, we have some awesome roads to play on!

DragonRider1 · 02-09-2008, 08:00 PM

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Originally Posted by Bgwillyelise

During my quest to find my car i called many different dealerships. One was LOA. Out of the 10 that i talked to. LOA was the worst over the phone.

Don't feel bad. They are worse in person! I'd rather drive my car from Knoxville, Tn back down to Dimmit in Clearwater to not only get better and friendlier service, but it STILL comes out cheaper when you figure gas and mileage on the car. I haven't tried Lotus of Durham yet, though I'm not sure they are even around anymore.

OneFastLotus · 02-09-2008, 08:24 PM

Hey Dragon.

I wouldn't send my mother in law to LOA, and I call her Satan.

Go to MAG.

Bleu Omdurman · 02-09-2008, 08:36 PM

Jon,

I used to live in Clarksville. Exit 1 actually.

Anyway, do not. I say again, do not, go to Lotus of Atlanta. They are the worst I have ever dealt with. Untrustworthy.

You will enjoy many of the back roads around clarksville. Esp around Trenton.

Take care,

Interceptor · 02-09-2008, 08:38 PM

I loved Kentucky.. winters suck though.

Dmbrown34 · 02-09-2008, 09:42 PM

I have a question for you...will you ship me some authentic white lightning?!!

10-09-2007, 10:39 AM	#1 (permalink)
2002 Sexterra prepare your time! Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Colorado Springs, CO Posts: 967	Moving to Kentucky questions! Just want to see who all is out that way ill be in Clarskville also looking for the closest lotus service area? and local clubs ~Jon __________________ 2005 KG Lotus Elise Touring package and SS no hartop... WTB YOUR KG HARDTOP PM ME 2002 Supercharged Nissan SE model Xterra -SEXterra greetings from NOT Iraq haha

10-09-2007, 11:38 AM	#3 (permalink)
RacyTracy V Not my picture V Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Palatine, IL Posts: 9,204 Images: 1	Last Train to Clarksville Written by Tommy Boyce and Bobby Hart, the song tells the story of a young man who has been drafted and is trying to arrange one last date with his girlfriend before shipping off to Vietnam (thus explaining the repeated line, "... and I don't know if I'm ever coming home").[1] Like many hit Monkees songs of the era ("Cuddly Toy", "Pleasant Valley Sunday'"), the song pairs a fast, chipper melody with darker lyrics. Micky Dolenz performs the lead vocal, with Boyce playing acoustic guitar. The song is strikingly similar to The Beatles' "Paperback Writer" both in the style of "jangly" guitar and the chord structure. Even more striking is the similarity of the guitar riff to the earlier one in "Blue's Theme", by Davie Allan and the Arrows, from the Peter Fonda biker movie, "The Wild Angels". Recorded at RCA Records Studio A, Hollywood, on 25 July 1966, "Last Train to Clarksville" peaked at number one on the Billboard Hot 100 chart in the United States. The song's title appears to refer to the city of Clarksville, Tennessee, and by implication to nearby Fort Campbell, Kentucky, but Hart claims that this is a coincidence and that the choice of the name "Clarksville" was arbitrary. There never was a train station in Clarksville. Tennessee/Kentucky.....close enough

10-09-2007, 12:08 PM	#4 (permalink)
Feffman Grand Poobah Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: St. Louis, Mo. Posts: 865	Jon: Contact Chris Layton of the Tennessee Area Lotus Enthusiasts (TALE) at (901) 619-4872. My in-laws are in Clarksville about 45 minutes north of Nashville. Keep in mind you are now only about 4-5 hours from Road Atlanta. Feff __________________ MVP Track Time

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Goose Bucket of Cold Water Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: The cornfields of Ohio Posts: 1,078	Jon, If you're moving to Kentucky, the closest Lotus dealer is probably MAG (Midwestern Auto Group) in Columbus, Ohio. Although it's been a while now since I had mine in for service, my experience was pretty good. If she's not too busy with her new baby, Jenn (OneFastLotus) lives in Kentucky and may be willing to answer a few basic questions for you. __________________ Kevin Magnetic Blue/Hardtop/Starshield - sold 5/17/05

10-09-2007, 01:32 PM	#6 (permalink)
2002 Sexterra prepare your time! Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Colorado Springs, CO Posts: 967	awsome stuff gang thanks a ton so far! yes clarksville is close to Ft Campbell i got a civilian firefighter job there. __________________ 2005 KG Lotus Elise Touring package and SS no hartop... WTB YOUR KG HARDTOP PM ME 2002 Supercharged Nissan SE model Xterra -SEXterra greetings from NOT Iraq haha

10-09-2007, 10:47 AM	#2 (permalink)
Eclise Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 1,206	Is Clarksville near Fort Campbell? I am originally from the Lexington area. Google keeps bringing up Clarksville, TN. Good luck with the move. KY folk are nice.

02-09-2008, 08:24 PM	#11 (permalink)
OneFastLotus Loch Ness Monster Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Mars Posts: 5,531	Hey Dragon. I wouldn't send my mother in law to LOA, and I call her Satan. Go to MAG. __________________ First Fold Member of the Limited Slip Mafia "L'Ombra" -Saffron Yellow Elise, all options. -Chrome OrangeElise/ Superstock pillager "currently living in the wild" -Black on Black Exige debadged, all options.

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Bleu Omdurman More track time please. Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Seattle Posts: 1,692	Jon, I used to live in Clarksville. Exit 1 actually. Anyway, do not. I say again, do not, go to Lotus of Atlanta. They are the worst I have ever dealt with. Untrustworthy. You will enjoy many of the back roads around clarksville. Esp around Trenton. Take care, __________________ Take my track day survey: here You should enjoy it. 10 questions. Now take survey #2 here Mods: TurboXS Intake, Ultra Disc Rotors, Adare Motorsports Racing Pads.

02-09-2008, 08:38 PM	#13 (permalink)
Interceptor Chicks dig it.. Join Date: Aug 2007 Location: Ft Lewis, WA Posts: 608	I loved Kentucky.. winters suck though. __________________ 2005 Lotus Elise <Halloween 2008> 2007 Honda VFR800A 2004 Mitsubishi Sportback 1993 Ford Ranger 2000 Husqvarna (British Lawn Mower Racing)

02-09-2008, 09:42 PM	#14 (permalink)
Dmbrown34 Grrrrrr Baby Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: Los Angeles, CA Posts: 1,617	I have a question for you...will you ship me some authentic white lightning?!! __________________ 2005 Lotus Elise LSS 2003 Corvette 50th Anniversary Convertible

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