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RacyTracy · 01-21-2006, 10:27 PM

Rookie...Congrats on the new car. I'm sure it looks great...but you might want to try a different way of posting your pics....they're too small to see.

pianomaniac · 01-21-2006, 10:38 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rookie999

Krypton Green, every option including Track Pack. For those wondering about leaving a Porsche behind - when you get the smile off your face you MIGHT give the Porsche a thought!!

Elise or Exige? Pics are too small to see.

Baysailor · 01-22-2006, 12:00 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rookie999

Krypton Green, every option including Track Pack. For those wondering about leaving a Porsche behind - when you get the smile off your face you MIGHT give the Porsche a thought!!

Congradulations Rookie! I spotted you running down Midlothian last weekend (by the Euroclassics Lotus dealership). I just happened to be inside talking to Robert and getting the keys to the dark Green demo Elise. I ended up buying the 2006 Solar Yellow one that was in the showroom (Hard Top, LSD/TC, Sport Pack, Star Shield and Touring Pack). I just took delivery today (well... yesterday at this point).

It was a long road for me... I had a deposit on a 2005 Safron Yellow that came in last June, but ended up letting it go. I then spent the following months in anguish trying to decide what to do. I am 6' 6"/250 lbs. and wasn't sure if I really did fit or if I was just trying to make myself fit. Anyway, long story short, the new seats seem ever so slightly wider (or at least the ones in this Solar Yellow one), the ProBax foam makes a big difference and the pedal assembly is shifted slightly to the right allowing my feet more room to work. These minor changes (and the months of torture) pushed me to take the plunge. I drove close to 100 miles today and was comfortable the whole time.

I have already started to modify mine to accomodate my higher line of sight out the front by removing the visors, doing a temporary install of a smaller rearview mirror from one of my Triumphs and removing the hard top filler strip/panel. I am going to cut down the filler strip/panel so that it doesn't wrap down under the top of the windshield frame. I hope to be able to peel back the cloth covering, cut/reshape the panel and then reglue and trim the excess cloth.

-Brian

aerosim · 01-22-2006, 05:31 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rookie999

Krypton Green, every option including Track Pack. For those wondering about leaving a Porsche behind - when you get the smile off your face you MIGHT give the Porsche a thought!!

How do you like the track pack? I ordered the same combo in Oct. Krypton with track pack, hard top and LSD. Mine's due in March. If you have any more pics, please post them.

-Steve

Hanzo · 01-24-2006, 03:59 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Rookie999

Krypton Green, every option including Track Pack. For those wondering about leaving a Porsche behind - when you get the smile off your face you MIGHT give the Porsche a thought!!

Here are the rest of Rookie999's pics: http://www.michaelclee.com/pics/Elise_06/index.html

AttAkker · 01-24-2006, 03:39 PM

2006 Solar Yellow- all available options.

pla_time · 01-28-2006, 08:41 AM

Folks:
My 06 Solar Yellow arrived last night.

Here's the specifics (Touring, Traction Control,
Star Shield, Premium, and Black Pack).
It is a blast!

Just had a few minutes to snap a photo -- will
see if it attaches.

EliseCat · 01-28-2006, 09:30 AM

Platime...

Nice combo!
Please give us some more pics!!

Welcome to the best place on earth!

pla_time · 01-28-2006, 11:11 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EliseCat

Platime...

Nice combo!
Please give us some more pics!!

Welcome to the best place on earth!

Thanks. Here's another one. Please note: The photo is attached with some trepidation. It shows the extruded aluminum "official" Lotus Cupholder that comes with the premium package. It's a hoot.

turbo2nr · 01-28-2006, 11:19 AM

What type of radio is that? I wondur if it sounds better than the 05.

pla_time · 01-28-2006, 11:22 AM

Here are a couple of others. One is my new toy with my other toy (a 2001 C4 Coupe). The other photo is not good quality, but does show the back end with the black package.

pla_time · 01-28-2006, 11:24 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by turbo2nr

What type of radio is that? I wondur if it sounds better than the 05.

The radio that comes with the premium package is an Alpine 9820XM. One gives up the MP3 capability, but gets XM radio instead (3 months free). I haven't had the top off yet, but I thought the sound was quite a bit better than I had anticipated from previous discussions of the 05 versions.

EliseCat · 01-28-2006, 12:16 PM

OH MY!!

That cupholder looks like some type of ancient, sadistic tool!!
I can't help but think what else would fit in there and it wouldn't feel very good!!!

Anyone else have similar thoughts?

Noble · 01-28-2006, 06:51 PM

When I look at that cup holder I think "Summo wrestler"

Noble

ntouched · 02-01-2006, 06:25 PM

Just purchased my "Brand New" 2005 Lotus Elise yesterday! Great story behind this one. I was interested in this vehicle in late summer 2005. It was everything I wanted (Red, Touring, Starshield, Tan Leather interior). I decided to pass. Was out in the Palm Springs area yesterday and it was still there! This car is beautiful. I only wanted this exact combination and it was still there! I'm a regular customer at Desert European Motorcars, they have always made my car buying experience a delight!

EliseCat · 02-02-2006, 04:36 AM

Congrats!

Hate to take away from your celebration.......
but is that a red EXIGE I see in the background there!!

ddswanab · 02-02-2006, 07:49 AM

lol, I was thinking the same thing.

Great color combo though....I have the same..

Get Ready for alot of attention!

quimna · 02-02-2006, 07:59 AM

Is the cupholder available for purchase? i would like to add it to my '05. anyone has any info.? thanks!

ntouched · 02-02-2006, 10:20 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EliseCat

Congrats!

Hate to take away from your celebration.......
but is that a red EXIGE I see in the background there!!

Yes, that is a Red Exige in the Background! And Yes, that car is beautiful! The mark-up was $5,000 over MSRP on that one. Back to that Exige........that car looks great in person!

EliseCat · 02-02-2006, 10:49 AM

That's a shame......the mark-up that is.

Mainly because there have been at least 2 advertised right on this forum that
have been at MSRP at very respectable dealers.

Not flaming anyone or any dealer, just making a point.
You think they might have learnted their lesson(s) with the Elise though.

Glad to hear you got a great deal!

01-24-2006, 03:39 PM	#1026 (permalink)
AttAkker Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: SoCal Posts: 351	2006 Solar Yellow- all available options. Last edited by AttAkker : 01-24-2006 at 03:43 PM.

01-28-2006, 08:41 AM	#1027 (permalink)
pla_time Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Atl, GA Posts: 1,001 Images: 1	Got it! Folks: My 06 Solar Yellow arrived last night. Here's the specifics (Touring, Traction Control, Star Shield, Premium, and Black Pack). It is a blast! Just had a few minutes to snap a photo -- will see if it attaches. Attached Images __________________ "Statistics means never having to say you're certain.” —Anon.

01-28-2006, 09:30 AM	#1028 (permalink)
EliseCat Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 791	Platime... Nice combo! Please give us some more pics!! Welcome to the best place on earth! __________________ 2002 Mini Cooper S.....Traded 2000 S2000.......Traded 2005 BRG Elise, Touring, Hardtop, Starshield....5-24-05 2006 AB Mini Cooper S....12-15-06 "Get busy livin', or get busy dyin."

01-28-2006, 11:19 AM	#1030 (permalink)
turbo2nr loading... Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: mecca lecca chony hoe Posts: 943	What type of radio is that? I wondur if it sounds better than the 05. __________________ Boom Boom, shakka-lakka BOOM

01-28-2006, 11:22 AM	#1031 (permalink)
pla_time Registered User Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Atl, GA Posts: 1,001 Images: 1	Got it Here are a couple of others. One is my new toy with my other toy (a 2001 C4 Coupe). The other photo is not good quality, but does show the back end with the black package. Attached Images __________________ "Statistics means never having to say you're certain.” —Anon. Last edited by pla_time : 01-28-2006 at 11:25 AM.

01-21-2006, 10:27 PM	#1021 (permalink)
RacyTracy V Not my picture V Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Palatine, IL Posts: 9,203 Images: 1	Rookie...Congrats on the new car. I'm sure it looks great...but you might want to try a different way of posting your pics....they're too small to see.

01-28-2006, 12:16 PM	#1033 (permalink)
EliseCat Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 791	OH MY!! That cupholder looks like some type of ancient, sadistic tool!! I can't help but think what else would fit in there and it wouldn't feel very good!!! Anyone else have similar thoughts? __________________ 2002 Mini Cooper S.....Traded 2000 S2000.......Traded 2005 BRG Elise, Touring, Hardtop, Starshield....5-24-05 2006 AB Mini Cooper S....12-15-06 "Get busy livin', or get busy dyin."

01-28-2006, 06:51 PM	#1034 (permalink)
Noble Punch and Pie Join Date: Jun 2005 Location: Monterey, California/Grand Junction, Colorado Posts: 1,157	When I look at that cup holder I think "Summo wrestler" Noble __________________ Astronomy is looking up.

02-01-2006, 06:25 PM	#1035 (permalink)
ntouched Registered User Join Date: Aug 2005 Location: Rancho Cucamonga, CA Posts: 243	Purchased 1-31-06 in Rancho Mirage, CA. Just purchased my "Brand New" 2005 Lotus Elise yesterday! Great story behind this one. I was interested in this vehicle in late summer 2005. It was everything I wanted (Red, Touring, Starshield, Tan Leather interior). I decided to pass. Was out in the Palm Springs area yesterday and it was still there! This car is beautiful. I only wanted this exact combination and it was still there! I'm a regular customer at Desert European Motorcars, they have always made my car buying experience a delight! Last edited by ntouched : 03-01-2007 at 08:59 PM.

02-02-2006, 04:36 AM	#1036 (permalink)
EliseCat Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 791	Congrats! Hate to take away from your celebration....... but is that a red EXIGE I see in the background there!! __________________ 2002 Mini Cooper S.....Traded 2000 S2000.......Traded 2005 BRG Elise, Touring, Hardtop, Starshield....5-24-05 2006 AB Mini Cooper S....12-15-06 "Get busy livin', or get busy dyin."

02-02-2006, 07:49 AM	#1037 (permalink)
ddswanab Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Location: Jacksonville Posts: 60	lol, I was thinking the same thing. Great color combo though....I have the same.. Get Ready for alot of attention!

02-02-2006, 07:59 AM	#1038 (permalink)
quimna Registered User Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 15	Is the cupholder available for purchase? i would like to add it to my '05. anyone has any info.? thanks! __________________ 2003 SL55 AMG 2002 911 Turbo 2005 Lotus Elise Life is Good!

02-02-2006, 10:49 AM	#1040 (permalink)
EliseCat Registered User Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Pittsburgh, PA Posts: 791	That's a shame......the mark-up that is. Mainly because there have been at least 2 advertised right on this forum that have been at MSRP at very respectable dealers. Not flaming anyone or any dealer, just making a point. You think they might have learnted their lesson(s) with the Elise though. Glad to hear you got a great deal! __________________ 2002 Mini Cooper S.....Traded 2000 S2000.......Traded 2005 BRG Elise, Touring, Hardtop, Starshield....5-24-05 2006 AB Mini Cooper S....12-15-06 "Get busy livin', or get busy dyin."

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