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Mark · 11-21-2004, 05:41 AM

What kind of tyres are your cars coming with ?

Some shots look like Yoko 48's

Just to add a word of caution.
Most of you probably all ready know this.
But for those who don't.
This car will stick to the road like glue
especially if you've had some track training.
However some road tyres do still need to be warmed up first.
and I'm not sure what the weather's like over there now,
but it looks a tad chilly. So proceed with caution..

I've seen many broken Elises

Sorry if this looks patronising - I don't mean to be.

LotusLust · 11-21-2004, 05:54 AM

hi Mark. If you root around a bit you'll find that pre delivery those wheel arch reflectors were the concern of a lot of people who pointed out how hideous they look. post delivery they seem not such an issue. i tend to not notice them aside from in flash photos. I also find that photos do not really do the car justice as it is a lot more striking in the glas. the sport suspension includes the yok 48's. I think people have been fairly adequately warned of the R compound issues requiring warm up before grip is maximized.

MattG · 11-21-2004, 10:12 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Mark
You guys are lucky.
Over here it's a legal requirement to have plates on the front and the back.

In most states, it is a legal requirement here as well. However, it's not one of those things that you're likely to get a ticket for, and if you DO get a ticket, it's usually inexpensive to dismiss.

MattG · 11-21-2004, 10:14 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by Mark
Do all US cars need those stick on reflectors on the wheel arches ?

Can you peel them off ?

I'm not sure how they're attached (I think it's two nuts), but there are large holes in the clam behind it. See photo below - this is an unpainted, replacement clam for a US Elise.

JLElise · 11-21-2004, 01:18 PM

Yeah...the wait is over!!! I picked up my Magnetic Blue yesterday in Princeton. Weather has been crummy so only have driven it sparingly.

I'll post pictures this week when the weather is nicer.

Mark · 11-22-2004, 02:22 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by MattG
I'm not sure how they're attached (I think it's two nuts), but there are large holes in the clam behind it. See photo below - this is an unpainted, replacement clam for a US Elise.

Shame,

when you break a front clam and need a new one ask for a UK spec one.

ADD · 11-24-2004, 09:00 AM

How do you like this garage?
No it's not a mirror effect.
My brother's - Safron Yellow LSS, Touring Pkg, Hard top
My - Arctic Silver LSS Touring Pkg, Hard top

Derek · 11-24-2004, 09:15 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by ADD
How do you like this garage?
No it's not a mirror effect.
My brother's - Safron Yellow LSS, Touring Pkg, Hard top
My - Arctic Silver LSS Touring Pkg, Hard top

Really cool!

KMS Elise · 11-25-2004, 12:33 AM

Here is my Elise Garage.

By the way there is a full dry carbon front clam available. If you break one why not upgrade?

SJP3003 · 11-25-2004, 07:06 PM

Nice garage KMS...I happen to be building a new new house & have two questions:

1) Have thought about the lift to allow more room for toys underneath-- which one did you select? Satisfied? Any concerns about the top car leaking on the bottom car?

2) I was speaking to a company that specializes in garage finishes. They mentioned that (at least in humid Florida) they recommend large sheets glued to the floor over instead of the squares I see in your garage (which look great btw). They mentioned the squares are susceptible to mold & mildew along the edges & underneath-- Have you atually had any problems with those tiles?

KMS Elise · 11-25-2004, 08:17 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by SJP3003
Nice garage KMS...I happen to be building a new new house & have two questions:

1) Have thought about the lift to allow more room for toys underneath-- which one did you select? Satisfied? Any concerns about the top car leaking on the bottom car?

2) I was speaking to a company that specializes in garage finishes. They mentioned that (at least in humid Florida) they recommend large sheets glued to the floor over instead of the squares I see in your garage (which look great btw). They mentioned the squares are susceptible to mold & mildew along the edges & underneath-- Have you atually had any problems with those tiles?

I bought my lift from a friend of mine and I cannot find a name on it. I will call him after the holidays and find out for you if you like. I don't have any concern regards to a leak since my cars are closed on the bottom side and also I have 2 drip / parts tray in between the top rails.

I haven't had any problem with mine. I live in a very dry climate area. I did seal my floor with a concrete sealer before I layed tiles down. I haven't encountered any problem with these tiles since I installed them when we built our house about 2 years ago.

MickOpalak · 11-26-2004, 07:40 PM

Finally...

MickOpalak · 11-26-2004, 07:41 PM

...after two years of waiting...

MickOpalak · 11-26-2004, 07:41 PM

...heaven.

KMS Elise · 11-26-2004, 09:12 PM

Mick:

Congratulations!!!

The car looks very nice with a Tan interior!

Randy Chase · 11-26-2004, 09:38 PM

Congrats!

JLElise · 11-27-2004, 04:10 PM

Finally had a chance to drive my new Magnetic Blue on a nice day...a little cold

Sorry the pix aren't very clear...it's a crummy digital camera. Besides, I'd rather spend my time driving than taking good pictures

JLElise · 11-27-2004, 04:10 PM

Another

JLElise · 11-27-2004, 04:12 PM

yet another

JLElise · 11-27-2004, 04:13 PM

and another...my Miata gets relegated to the portable garage, before anyone asks!

11-21-2004, 05:41 AM	#361 (permalink)
Mark 340R & M5 Join Date: Nov 2003 Location: London Posts: 206	What kind of tyres are your cars coming with ? Some shots look like Yoko 48's Just to add a word of caution. Most of you probably all ready know this. But for those who don't. This car will stick to the road like glue especially if you've had some track training. However some road tyres do still need to be warmed up first. and I'm not sure what the weather's like over there now, but it looks a tad chilly. So proceed with caution.. I've seen many broken Elises Sorry if this looks patronising - I don't mean to be. __________________ Mark

11-21-2004, 05:54 AM	#362 (permalink)
LotusLust Registered User Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: da woods of tn Posts: 3,662	hi Mark. If you root around a bit you'll find that pre delivery those wheel arch reflectors were the concern of a lot of people who pointed out how hideous they look. post delivery they seem not such an issue. i tend to not notice them aside from in flash photos. I also find that photos do not really do the car justice as it is a lot more striking in the glas. the sport suspension includes the yok 48's. I think people have been fairly adequately warned of the R compound issues requiring warm up before grip is maximized. __________________ Storm Titanium, LSS, touring, hard top. my other car is a ...oh yeah i remember the other car...a spyder club111 member. i tried to buy a lower spot and become member #13 but was spurned! "They that can give up essential liberty to obtain a little temporary safety deserve neither liberty nor safety" -benjamin franklin

11-21-2004, 01:18 PM	#365 (permalink)
JLElise Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: New Jersey Posts: 485	Got Mine!! Yeah...the wait is over!!! I picked up my Magnetic Blue yesterday in Princeton. Weather has been crummy so only have driven it sparingly. I'll post pictures this week when the weather is nicer. __________________ 2005 Elise - Magnetic Blue, Tour, Black, Got Mine 11/04!! 2006 Subaru Baja 2000 BMW 328Ci 1997 Mazda Miata

11-24-2004, 09:00 AM	#367 (permalink)
ADD Registered User Join Date: Nov 2004 Posts: 15	How do you like this garage? No it's not a mirror effect. My brother's - Safron Yellow LSS, Touring Pkg, Hard top My - Arctic Silver LSS Touring Pkg, Hard top Attached Images

11-25-2004, 12:33 AM	#369 (permalink)
KMS Elise Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Central Coast of California Posts: 964	Here is my Garage! Here is my Elise Garage. By the way there is a full dry carbon front clam available. If you break one why not upgrade? Attached Images Last edited by KMS Elise : 11-25-2004 at 12:38 AM.

11-25-2004, 07:06 PM	#370 (permalink)
SJP3003 Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: FL Posts: 42	Nice garage KMS...I happen to be building a new new house & have two questions: 1) Have thought about the lift to allow more room for toys underneath-- which one did you select? Satisfied? Any concerns about the top car leaking on the bottom car? 2) I was speaking to a company that specializes in garage finishes. They mentioned that (at least in humid Florida) they recommend large sheets glued to the floor over instead of the squares I see in your garage (which look great btw). They mentioned the squares are susceptible to mold & mildew along the edges & underneath-- Have you atually had any problems with those tiles? __________________ '05 Arctic Silver on Black Elise (Traded 9/06) '03 Maser Coupe '04 Boxster S '03 Futura '99 V92 Cruiser

11-26-2004, 07:40 PM	#372 (permalink)
MickOpalak Prez: The K.G.B. Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 5,308	Finally... Attached Images __________________ 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/

11-26-2004, 07:41 PM	#373 (permalink)
MickOpalak Prez: The K.G.B. Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 5,308	...after two years of waiting... Attached Images __________________ 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/

11-26-2004, 07:41 PM	#374 (permalink)
MickOpalak Prez: The K.G.B. Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: Atlanta, GA Posts: 5,308	...heaven. Attached Images __________________ 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/

11-26-2004, 09:12 PM	#375 (permalink)
KMS Elise Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Central Coast of California Posts: 964	Mick: Congratulations!!! The car looks very nice with a Tan interior!

11-26-2004, 09:38 PM	#376 (permalink)
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11-27-2004, 04:10 PM	#377 (permalink)
JLElise Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: New Jersey Posts: 485	New Pix Finally had a chance to drive my new Magnetic Blue on a nice day...a little cold Sorry the pix aren't very clear...it's a crummy digital camera. Besides, I'd rather spend my time driving than taking good pictures Attached Images __________________ 2005 Elise - Magnetic Blue, Tour, Black, Got Mine 11/04!! 2006 Subaru Baja 2000 BMW 328Ci 1997 Mazda Miata

11-27-2004, 04:10 PM	#378 (permalink)
JLElise Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: New Jersey Posts: 485	Another Attached Images __________________ 2005 Elise - Magnetic Blue, Tour, Black, Got Mine 11/04!! 2006 Subaru Baja 2000 BMW 328Ci 1997 Mazda Miata

11-27-2004, 04:12 PM	#379 (permalink)
JLElise Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: New Jersey Posts: 485	yet another Attached Images __________________ 2005 Elise - Magnetic Blue, Tour, Black, Got Mine 11/04!! 2006 Subaru Baja 2000 BMW 328Ci 1997 Mazda Miata

11-27-2004, 04:13 PM	#380 (permalink)
JLElise Registered User Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: New Jersey Posts: 485	and another...my Miata gets relegated to the portable garage, before anyone asks! Attached Images __________________ 2005 Elise - Magnetic Blue, Tour, Black, Got Mine 11/04!! 2006 Subaru Baja 2000 BMW 328Ci 1997 Mazda Miata

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