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Quantum11 · 01-16-2009, 11:50 PM

I got to this forum by way of the Ducati motorcycle forum. I am selling my house this month and may dedicate some of the proceeds to a sports car. I put up a post to that effect on the Ducati list and the Lotus Elise came up again and again.

And I am intrigued. It appears to present incredible performance for the money. And they appear to be a perfromance care with little pretense to "luxury".

My budget is likley 25-28K and I believe I can get a 2005 Elise for that.

So the adventure begins.

It will be good to get to know you all.

Rob Feightner
2005 Ducati 999
2000 Ford Explorer (Fast becoming a beater.)
Albuquerque, NM

Demonized · 01-17-2009, 12:10 AM

Welcome aboard.

kaiynne · 01-17-2009, 01:03 AM

Seems like a strange time to sell a house, i thought NM had one of the highest foreclosure rates as well. But if you were to sell a house for any reason buying a lotus is definitely high on the list.

Aedo · 01-17-2009, 04:45 AM

Welcome

There is a connection between the Elise and Ducati - the designers owned Ducatis! You can see more about it in the Making of the Elise video (see below - its about he original and a couple of hours so watch when you have a chance

)

Making of the Elise

ZAMMY1 · 01-17-2009, 06:25 AM

drive one, you'll buy one!
sam

RacyTracy · 01-17-2009, 06:51 AM

Hi.....welcome.

Lots of Ducati fans here! You'll be in good company.

Quantum11 · 01-17-2009, 06:57 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by kaiynne

Seems like a strange time to sell a house, i thought NM had one of the highest foreclosure rates as well. But if you were to sell a house for any reason buying a lotus is definitely high on the list.

The market in Albuquerque is a little better than much of the nation. But the house was on the market 9 months. The price we are getting is a little better than I thought we would get. My wife and I are seperated and we are selling it for that reason.

Rob Feightner

yak52pilot · 01-17-2009, 07:11 AM

In short: I testdrove an Exige - and bought it. Then i tried Monster 696 - bought it too. No regrets.

the1sen · 01-17-2009, 07:14 AM

If you are used to riding a motorcycle then you should be fine.

As one forum member here said, "it's the most practical motorcycle on the road."

I have been riding sport-bikes for over 15 years. Due to a severe accident, I am unable to ride anymore and bought my Lotus after one drive. The riding jones is now gone for me.

Duc, Bimmer, Kawasaki, Yamaha, Suzuki, Aprilia - It doesn't matter. One drive in a Lotus and you'll be hooked.

Don't waste time here, go to the dealer and drive it and form your own pool of drool.

My biggest regret is not buying my Lotus sooner.

serpent · 01-17-2009, 07:17 AM

Yak52pilot, you know you can delete posts rite??

Rob, Welcome!!

Lots of bike lovers here so you will definitely feel at home

. I cant afford a Ducati yet

so for now i'm sticking with busa and gsxr.

Actually you might be able to help me with a bike question (PM sent).

gospeedv8 · 01-17-2009, 08:06 AM

Welcome, Rob.

Aedo said it right.

Zitat from "Elise Rebirth of the true Lotus":

The no-compromise attitude of Ducati and the pride of ownership instilled by its 916 superbike inspired the Lotus designers and engineers.
Like the Elise, the Ducati 916 offers tantalising glimpses of its structure, which is as beautiful as the bike itself.

Quantum11 · 01-18-2009, 01:09 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by yak52pilot

In short: I testdrove an Exige - and bought it. Then i tried Monster 696 - bought it too. No regrets.

Nice Driveway!

Rob Feightner

Moto44 · 01-18-2009, 07:27 AM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Quantum11

My wife and I are seperated and we are selling it for that reason.

Perfect time to buy a new toy! Welcome.

shay2nak · 01-18-2009, 10:01 PM

good luck!

01-16-2009, 11:50 PM	#1 (permalink)
Quantum11 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2009 Posts: 5	Hi, I am new here and... I got to this forum by way of the Ducati motorcycle forum. I am selling my house this month and may dedicate some of the proceeds to a sports car. I put up a post to that effect on the Ducati list and the Lotus Elise came up again and again. And I am intrigued. It appears to present incredible performance for the money. And they appear to be a perfromance care with little pretense to "luxury". My budget is likley 25-28K and I believe I can get a 2005 Elise for that. So the adventure begins. It will be good to get to know you all. Rob Feightner 2005 Ducati 999 2000 Ford Explorer (Fast becoming a beater.) Albuquerque, NM

01-17-2009, 12:10 AM	#2 (permalink)
Demonized NOT ßANNED! Join Date: Aug 2008 Location: Colorado Posts: 1,546	Welcome aboard. __________________ 2005 Saffron Yellow Elise, Katana Supercharger, LSS Wheels, 2Bular exhaust & cat, rear panel delete, Cup Airbox, Volt / Oil temp gauge, Ohlins double adjustable coilovers, Dual Oil Coolers, S111 RTD Brace, Moroso Oil Pan, MicroMirror, S111 "V-Force" Harness bar, Manly Engine Mounts, Odyssey PC680 & RLS Bracket, Saikou Michi OCC, CF Scoops, CF Bootlid, CF Front Lip.

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kaiynne Registered User Join Date: May 2008 Location: Boston, MA Posts: 284	Seems like a strange time to sell a house, i thought NM had one of the highest foreclosure rates as well. But if you were to sell a house for any reason buying a lotus is definitely high on the list. __________________ '08 Canyon Red Elise Touring, Hardtop, Starshield. HID's, Exige Mesh Upgrade, Reverie Side Scoops, Stealthbulbs, Black and silver wheel/steering logos, lidbone, metal carpet buttons. '92 GMC Rally Van 3500 (Band Van)

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RacyTracy V Not my picture V Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Palatine, IL Posts: 9,198	Hi.....welcome. Lots of Ducati fans here! You'll be in good company. __________________ Tracy 2009 Lotus Exige S260 2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser LOG 29 photos

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yak52pilot Staten Island, NY Join Date: Aug 2007 Posts: 662 Images: 25	In short: I testdrove an Exige - and bought it. Then i tried Monster 696 - bought it too. No regrets. __________________ 07 Exige S, all options. rip

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ZAMMY1 ZAMMY Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: washington, pa, (near PGH.) Posts: 1,557	drive one, you'll buy one! sam

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the1sen The Azteks are coming! Join Date: Nov 2008 Location: In The Ghetto... Ghetto of Phoenix AZ Posts: 1,566	If you are used to riding a motorcycle then you should be fine. As one forum member here said, "it's the most practical motorcycle on the road." I have been riding sport-bikes for over 15 years. Due to a severe accident, I am unable to ride anymore and bought my Lotus after one drive. The riding jones is now gone for me. Duc, Bimmer, Kawasaki, Yamaha, Suzuki, Aprilia - It doesn't matter. One drive in a Lotus and you'll be hooked. Don't waste time here, go to the dealer and drive it and form your own pool of drool. My biggest regret is not buying my Lotus sooner. __________________ The difference between ordinary and extraordinary is that little extra. F The System - ChuforiaGraffix.com SweetDaddyDelicious(at)hotmail(dot)com

01-17-2009, 07:17 AM	#10 (permalink)
serpent Driver!! Join Date: Jun 2008 Posts: 3,467	Yak52pilot, you know you can delete posts rite?? Rob, Welcome!! Lots of bike lovers here so you will definitely feel at home . I cant afford a Ducati yet so for now i'm sticking with busa and gsxr. Actually you might be able to help me with a bike question (PM sent). __________________ Studies show 100% of people die. Might as well have some fun.

01-17-2009, 08:06 AM	#11 (permalink)
gospeedv8 Just add lightness ... Join Date: Dec 2008 Location: Hohenems Posts: 156	Welcome, Rob. Aedo said it right. Zitat from "Elise Rebirth of the true Lotus": The no-compromise attitude of Ducati and the pride of ownership instilled by its 916 superbike inspired the Lotus designers and engineers. Like the Elise, the Ducati 916 offers tantalising glimpses of its structure, which is as beautiful as the bike itself. Attached Images __________________ `69 Lotus Type 61FF, `77 Lotus Elite 504, `92 Lotus Esprit SE, `93 Lotus Esprit SE, `93 Lotus Type 110, `96 Lotus Esprit V8, `97 Lotus Elise, `98 Lotus Elise, ...

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