What men like about Elise - LotusTalk

ChrisH · 10-27-2004, 08:51 PM

Hopefully I won't be flamed by females in the crowd. I was just thinking about why men seem to be so attracted to (the) Elise, and thought I would share. Maybe the Lotus design team is sending men subliminal messages. Of course, need to keep it clean.

What men like about Elise:
Curvy, with narrow waist
Big smile
Nimble
Likes to run topless
Sweet to handle
Big, almond shaped eyes
No need for bling
Two big soft cushions in front (air bags)
Tight entry
Sporty
Low weight, lean
Fast
Smooth bottom
Eye liner (around headlights)
Small feet (space)
Cozy
Round tail (lights)
Rolls easily (on wheels)
Tight suspension
Nice purr
Everyone else is envious
Looks higher price than she really is
Possibly low maintenance
Communicates well
Exotic looking
Dim (headlights)
Nice legs
Great Grip

What men don’t like about Elise:
Late
High maintenance (maybe)
Can’t carry much
Whines when busy

zvezdah1 · 10-28-2004, 12:20 AM

Big back end????

Chris

Dan · 10-28-2004, 03:20 AM

+:
* fun; more fun than others
* usually quiet; screams when you want her to
* international mix

-:
* fragile body

xxxotic · 10-28-2004, 01:42 PM

Nice and tight once you get inside.

smoseley · 10-28-2004, 02:12 PM

+ Goes both ways (LHD, RHD) WOOHOO !!
+ Petite
+ No (love) handles
+ Has a british accent
+ Is 1/2 japanese (ooh, baby!)
+ Small feet w/ stylish shoes
+ Slippery when wet

- Wide, flat, pimpley arse
- Is loud
- Wears loud colors
- Ugly teeth

Gromit · 10-28-2004, 02:21 PM

I'm suprised nobody mentioned clear vinyl bras .. but then, I'm not sure if thats a plus or minus ..

Ugly teeth ?

girlracer · 10-29-2004, 11:04 PM

Speaking from experience, I was going to add 'English accent' to the list, but Transio *sort of* beat me to it.... I say 'sort of' because there is no such thing as a "British accent" seeing as Britain is England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, and those accents are VERY different. Common American mistake though, so you are forgiven. Just don't do it again...

The reason the Elise appeals to women is probably because of how it differs from real men:

- looks better as it gets older (S2 vs S1)
- plenty of feedback (good communication)
- doesn't drink too much
- isn't weighed down with a bunch of stuff that isn't important
- starts first time
- ready to go anytime of day or night (and up to full speed in a matter of seconds!)
- never gets boring
- puts me in a good mood everytime it's near
- when I'm out with it, other girls are jealous!

ChrisH · 10-30-2004, 12:44 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by girlracer

The reason the Elise appeals to women is ...

How about:
endurance
stick (shift)
stays in the groove
pounding ride (LSS)
fun to sit on
comes with 4 rubbers (tires)
comes with a fix-a-flat
wriggly
not demanding
easy to command
looks great topless

but, unfortunately for women, no vanity mirrors

Dan · 10-30-2004, 04:02 AM

I think a phrase once used by Tiff Needell on Fifth Gear best describes why men like the Elise:

Top shelf automotive pornography

By the way, the Lamborghini Miura was intentionally designed to be feminine, from its graceful curves to the eyelashes added to the headlights.

smoseley · 10-30-2004, 07:16 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by girlracer
Britain is England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, and those accents are VERY different.

Y'all all sound the same to me, dagnabbit!

Allan Gibbs · 10-30-2004, 09:37 AM

Provides inspires a lot of confidence and a constant boost to the ego. And if you piss it off, takes it all away in a matter of seconds.

thegit · 10-31-2004, 05:05 AM

Lol! You studs have all been OWNED! By Girlracer.

m

Gromit · 11-01-2004, 08:50 AM

"- isn't weighed down with a bunch of stuff that isn't important"

I think that belongs in the 'why guys like it' section

Also, if you can't have a British accent, how can you have an English accent ? Which one would it be ? Geordie ? Or Cockney ? Maybe Manc ?

P.S. Wales doesn't have an accent. It's just what english sounds like when you got half a pint of phlegm in your mouth

pianomaniac · 11-01-2004, 08:57 AM

Why men sometimes prefer the Elise over a woman? Elise comes with a 3 year 36K warranty!

smoseley · 11-01-2004, 10:52 AM

Quote:

Originally posted by thegit
You studs have all been OWNED!

You're the one bowing!

girlracer · 11-01-2004, 05:57 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by Gromit
Also, if you can't have a British accent, how can you have an English accent ? Which one would it be ? Geordie ? Or Cockney ? Maybe Manc ?

Fine point! I expect being made in Norfolk, the Elise would speak like Alan Partridge. Now that's disturbing...

smoseley · 11-01-2004, 06:10 PM

Ermm... My Elise is gonna speak like Elizabeth Hurley. Yummy

EDIT: Coincidence? "Elizabeth" <---> "Elise" ?

ChrisH · 11-01-2004, 07:33 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by pianomaniac
Why men sometimes prefer the Elise over a woman? Elise comes with a 3 year 36K warranty!

But if Elise was a woman, 36K would be what units? Dollars? Miles? Sexual acts? Words? Jewels? ...

ChrisH · 11-01-2004, 07:34 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by transio
Ermm... My Elise is gonna speak like Elizabeth Hurley. Yummy

EDIT: Coincidence? "Elizabeth" <---> "Elise" ?

Argh! Link doesn't work. I am not authorized to view that site.

pianomaniac · 11-01-2004, 08:02 PM

Quote:

Originally posted by ChrisH
But if Elise was a woman, 36K would be what units? Dollars? Miles? Sexual acts? Words? Jewels? ...

From the woman's point of view, the units would be in 36K jewels, but from my POV, it would be in miles. Now how do I explain my getting 36,000 miles out of a woman? HHHMMMMMM......well, one thing I know...she would not be walking well!

10-27-2004, 08:51 PM	#1 (permalink)
ChrisH Mountain Road Nut Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Ramona,CA Posts: 2,396	What men like about Elise Hopefully I won't be flamed by females in the crowd. I was just thinking about why men seem to be so attracted to (the) Elise, and thought I would share. Maybe the Lotus design team is sending men subliminal messages. Of course, need to keep it clean. What men like about Elise: Curvy, with narrow waist Big smile Nimble Likes to run topless Sweet to handle Big, almond shaped eyes No need for bling Two big soft cushions in front (air bags) Tight entry Sporty Low weight, lean Fast Smooth bottom Eye liner (around headlights) Small feet (space) Cozy Round tail (lights) Rolls easily (on wheels) Tight suspension Nice purr Everyone else is envious Looks higher price than she really is Possibly low maintenance Communicates well Exotic looking Dim (headlights) Nice legs Great Grip What men don’t like about Elise: Late High maintenance (maybe) Can’t carry much Whines when busy

10-28-2004, 12:20 AM	#2 (permalink)
zvezdah1 eliseaholic! Join Date: Jun 2003 Location: georgia Posts: 6,773	Big back end???? Chris __________________ Chris Club111 #3 06 Solar yellow/Touring/Traction Ctrl/Blk Whl Pkg/Strshld

10-28-2004, 03:20 AM	#3 (permalink)
Dan Elise Owner Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: (650) Posts: 686	+: * fun; more fun than others * usually quiet; screams when you want her to * international mix -: * fragile body __________________ "If you think conventionally and expect the ordinary, this is not for you." —Lotus Engineering

10-28-2004, 02:12 PM	#5 (permalink)
smoseley Bubble Boy Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 12,141 Images: 8	+ Goes both ways (LHD, RHD) WOOHOO !! + Petite + No (love) handles + Has a british accent + Is 1/2 japanese (ooh, baby!) + Small feet w/ stylish shoes + Slippery when wet - Wide, flat, pimpley arse - Is loud - Wears loud colors - Ugly teeth __________________ - Steve Transio - Software Development & Web Design, Miami, FL Last edited by smoseley; 10-28-2004 at 02:15 PM.

10-28-2004, 02:21 PM	#6 (permalink)
Gromit Instigator Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: San Diego Posts: 758	I'm suprised nobody mentioned clear vinyl bras .. but then, I'm not sure if thats a plus or minus .. Ugly teeth ? __________________ Our minds must be conflicting because you say plague of snakes and all I hear is Easter bunny, Easter bunny, Easter bunny.

10-28-2004, 01:42 PM	#4 (permalink)
xxxotic Registered User Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: So Florida-NJ Posts: 2,343	Nice and tight once you get inside.

10-29-2004, 11:04 PM	#7 (permalink)
girlracer Registered User Join Date: May 2004 Location: Austin, TX Posts: 389	Speaking from experience, I was going to add 'English accent' to the list, but Transio sort of beat me to it.... I say 'sort of' because there is no such thing as a "British accent" seeing as Britain is England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, and those accents are VERY different. Common American mistake though, so you are forgiven. Just don't do it again... The reason the Elise appeals to women is probably because of how it differs from real men: - looks better as it gets older (S2 vs S1) - plenty of feedback (good communication) - doesn't drink too much - isn't weighed down with a bunch of stuff that isn't important - starts first time - ready to go anytime of day or night (and up to full speed in a matter of seconds!) - never gets boring - puts me in a good mood everytime it's near - when I'm out with it, other girls are jealous!

10-30-2004, 04:02 AM	#9 (permalink)
Dan Elise Owner Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: (650) Posts: 686	I think a phrase once used by Tiff Needell on Fifth Gear best describes why men like the Elise: Top shelf automotive pornography By the way, the Lamborghini Miura was intentionally designed to be feminine, from its graceful curves to the eyelashes added to the headlights. __________________ "If you think conventionally and expect the ordinary, this is not for you." —Lotus Engineering

10-30-2004, 09:37 AM	#11 (permalink)
Allan Gibbs Registered User Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Glendale, CA (formerly Gilbert, AZ) Posts: 5,506	Provides inspires a lot of confidence and a constant boost to the ego. And if you piss it off, takes it all away in a matter of seconds.

10-31-2004, 05:05 AM	#12 (permalink)
thegit Registered User Join Date: May 2004 Location: Iowa. Posts: 1,078	Lol! You studs have all been OWNED! By Girlracer. m

11-01-2004, 08:50 AM	#13 (permalink)
Gromit Instigator Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: San Diego Posts: 758	"- isn't weighed down with a bunch of stuff that isn't important" I think that belongs in the 'why guys like it' section Also, if you can't have a British accent, how can you have an English accent ? Which one would it be ? Geordie ? Or Cockney ? Maybe Manc ? P.S. Wales doesn't have an accent. It's just what english sounds like when you got half a pint of phlegm in your mouth __________________ Our minds must be conflicting because you say plague of snakes and all I hear is Easter bunny, Easter bunny, Easter bunny.

11-01-2004, 08:57 AM	#14 (permalink)
pianomaniac Elise #76 Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: SoCal Posts: 2,531	Why men sometimes prefer the Elise over a woman? Elise comes with a 3 year 36K warranty! __________________ Owner of '05 Elise S/T- touring- LSS-Stage 2 '07 Audi RS4 4.2L V-8 420 HP - 6 Sp..(sold) '07 Toyota Prius

11-01-2004, 06:10 PM	#17 (permalink)
smoseley Bubble Boy Join Date: Oct 2003 Location: Miami, FL Posts: 12,141 Images: 8	Ermm... My Elise is gonna speak like Elizabeth Hurley. Yummy EDIT: Coincidence? "Elizabeth" <---> "Elise" ? __________________ - Steve Transio - Software Development & Web Design, Miami, FL

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