I'm seeing stripes...

[F1 SML8R]

Thanks again guys and it was great meeting you as well Swisstex. BTW, I and a few other devoted Lotus guys usually hang at Cars and Coffee in Irvine if you ever go (every Sat. morning). We're usually in the second to last row.

[swisstexelise]

Originally Posted by F1 SML8R

Thanks again guys and it was great meeting you as well Swisstex. BTW, I and a few other devoted Lotus guys usually hang at Cars and Coffee in Irvine if you ever go (every Sat. morning). We're usually in the second to last row.

I usually try to go when I can but I have been busy lately.

I was bummed that I couldnt take it out this weekend cause of the rain

Will this Sat. be good to go? Thanksgiving weekend so I dont know if people will show or if you will be there....

Oh and I loved the sound of your exhaust when you left Friday it had a nice deep tone. I cant stop drooling over the stripe in the front!

-Chris

[F1 SML8R]

Swiss, we're pretty sure we'll be there this Sat., unless it rains again.

[swisstexelise]

Originally Posted by F1 SML8R

Swiss, we're pretty sure we'll be there this Sat., unless it rains again.

Ok, sounds good see you there.


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[GR82DRV]

I also love the stripe, and the way it rounds the front badge. One of my favorite Lotus colors is polar blue and that liquid color is very close.

I'd like to see a similar stripe in the same color as the body but with more metal flake. This gives a subtle "phantom" silver effect that I think looks great.

[dasto]

I have a Solar Yellow Evora. What stripe color do you think would look great?
I would usually pick black, but I don't think I would like the black stripe and the hood black grills together, too much black. I like the black hood grills and think a lighter color would keep the contrast. Would white be too light against the yellow? Other suggestions? I also want the edging option.

[GR82DRV]

Originally Posted by dasto

I have a Solar Yellow Evora. What stripe color do you think would look great?
I would usually pick black, but I don't think I would like the black stripe and the hood black grills together, too much black. I like the black hood grills and think a lighter color would keep the contrast. Would white be too light against the yellow? Other suggestions? I also want the edging option.

If you don't want too much contrast I think silver/aluminum or gunmetal flake would look nice with a black border...

If you don't mind contrast, royal blue or red would be nice primary colors, although red may look like the Ronald McDonald car is in town. Kelly green with a black border would be a nice homage to Lotus...

[GuppyCaptain]

Originally Posted by Ukhtar

That looks great, excellent combination, an inspiration for future projects.

Exactly. I'm certainly taking inspiration from it if I end up striping my car someday.

[F1 SML8R]

Well for those of you that are inspired, you now have a pre-cut kit you can order at the KI Studios site.

[dasto]

Originally Posted by GR82DRV

If you don't want too much contrast I think silver/aluminum or gunmetal flake would look nice with a black border...

If you don't mind contrast, royal blue or red would be nice primary colors, although red may look like the Ronald McDonald car is in town. Kelly green with a black border would be a nice homage to Lotus...

Thanks for the ideas. My wife thought of the green and the red, and I did think about the silver. I hadn't thought about royal blue but I need to give that some consideration. I'm also starting to think that orange with black edging might be OK.

[Plackslayer]

Originally Posted by dasto

I have a Solar Yellow Evora. What stripe color do you think would look great?
I would usually pick black, but I don't think I would like the black stripe and the hood black grills together, too much black. I like the black hood grills and think a lighter color would keep the contrast. Would white be too light against the yellow? Other suggestions? I also want the edging option.

You could get the Satin Guard type material and just matte out the yellow for your stripes for a subtle touch - I have thought about that for my Red.

[dasto]

Originally Posted by Plackslayer

You could get the Satin Guard type material and just matte out the yellow for your stripes for a subtle touch - I have thought about that for my Red.

Hmmmm. Another good idea.

[2011 chrome orange]

Originally Posted by F1 SML8R

Well for those of you that are inspired, you now have a pre-cut kit you can order at the KI Studios site.

I swore to myself that I would not do one mod to this car when I got it.
First, I got the front splitter, next I ordered up a Larini muffler with decat (still waiting for it to arrive), and now I'm seriously considering this stripe kit if I can decide on colors.

F1 SML8R, your car looks great!! Do you have Star Shield? If so, did they install it over the Star Shield or cut the Star Shield for installation?

[Bobsy Racer]

Originally Posted by F1 SML8R

Swiss, we're pretty sure we'll be there this Sat., unless it rains again.

How early do you have to get to C&C Irvine, to get a spot ?
It's an hour and a half drive up from SD.

[F1 SML8R]

@2011 Chrome Orange - I do have the full Starshield set-up. The stripes get laid right over it. My installer told me it's the best way to do it as you maintain the protection. Also, it only overlaps in the front lower clam area.

Bobsy - We're usually there by 6:30AM to ensure our usual row (2nd to last in the back). However, if you can commit to being there by 7AM, I'll save you a spot near us. However, much passed 7 and the natives start to get restless about people saving spaces that late.

[dasto]

Here is what I finally decided. Glad you can't look closely. I should have used a professional to install as I have a few bubbles. Doesn't help that it's cold in Indiana either!

[2011 chrome orange]

Originally Posted by dasto

Here is what I finally decided. Glad you can't look closely. I should have used a professional to install as I have a few bubbles. Doesn't help that it's cold in Indiana either!

Wow. I think they look great. If someone just mentioned the color combo to me, I’m not sure I would have liked it, but it really looks good in the pictures.

My stripe kit was delivered about a week ago, but I’m holding off for warmer weather to try to install it. I have installed some graphics before and in my (limited) experience, most bubbles will dissipate over time (Not sure how that happens but I assume it is because the vinyl breathes. Did you do the dry or wet install method?) Either way, I think yours came out terrific.

[dasto]

Originally Posted by 2011 chrome orange

Wow. I think they look great. If someone just mentioned the color combo to me, I’m not sure I would have liked it, but it really looks good in the pictures.

My stripe kit was delivered about a week ago, but I’m holding off for warmer weather to try to install it. I have installed some graphics before and in my (limited) experience, most bubbles will dissipate over time (Not sure how that happens but I assume it is because the vinyl breathes. Did you do the dry or wet install method?) Either way, I think yours came out terrific.

I used the wet-method.

[F1 SML8R]

@Dasto, very small bubbling is normal. So, don't sweat it. All it needs is a few days in direct sunlight to bake off. It'll then really dry off in about a week or so. BTW, looks good!

@2011 Chrome Orange, what color combo did you order? Definitely post pics when you get it set-up.

[Sarasota Lotus]

some more stripes for ya'll


2012 Motorsport Green Evora S 2+2 by LotusSouthpointe, on Flickr