Let's represent Lotus at SF Bay Area weekly meets - Page 19 - LotusTalk

LarryB · 03-20-2007, 03:35 PM

Might stop by. But wouldn't be doing a drive. Most likely will do a scouting run for the Mt Hamilton drive / FF meet on Sunday.

def · 03-26-2007, 11:13 AM

Hey guys, I heard a rumor but wasnt sure, but it looks like it is confirmed..

Luis (that LOUD black gt3), very nice and amazing guy that goes to SR, died on the drive on saturday after SR.
http://www.ferrarichat.com/forum/sho...d.php?t=144181

Not sure of the details, I only saw the post on Fchat, which i check every now and then at work and left a comment. Were any E-Talk members there? Four of us (3 Elises and 1 Exige S) went on our own quick drive up skyline and left well before the bigger group did.

SillyPuppy · 03-26-2007, 12:49 PM

We were invited to the drive, but I'd already decided that I was heading up to FoSF to see if I could check out that F355 again, and Scott (in the Mondial), Colin (NFB gullwing Elise) and myself headed up to Berkeley for lunch along the way there instead.

I don't think I could have handled another accident on a twisty drive, so for that, I'm thankful I wasn't there, and while I'd never gotten the chance to talk to Luis, I knew about his passion for cars and how much he was loved by the Bay Area car community.

Jen, you didn't go on the drive, did you?

shay2nak · 03-26-2007, 01:32 PM

I read the thread on Fchat and Luis sounds like a really great & talented person. Always sad to read someone's passing during a drive. I don't know how I would handle it if I were there to see it. Terrible...

LarryB · 03-26-2007, 01:43 PM

Had a chance to do a drive with Luis last year. He had a passion for cars and driving them. Sorry to hear about his passing.

2-Y-CHROMOSOMES · 03-26-2007, 01:46 PM

No way! Luis was a nice guy.

2-Y-CHROMOSOMES · 03-26-2007, 01:52 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by def

Hey guys, I heard a rumor but wasnt sure, but it looks like it is confirmed..

Luis (that LOUD black gt3), very nice and amazing guy that goes to SR, died on the drive on saturday after SR.
http://www.ferrarichat.com/forum/sho...d.php?t=144181

Not sure of the details, I only saw the post on Fchat, which i check every now and then at work and left a comment. Were any E-Talk members there? Four of us (3 Elises and 1 Exige S) went on our own quick drive up skyline and left well before the bigger group did.

Remember Kevin what I told you about me last time I saw you? Hearing this bad news does remind me to count my blessings.
Very sad news....Luis will be missed

cstetter · 03-26-2007, 02:52 PM

Terrible news indeed.

RIP, Luis.

Take care out there, guys - I know I will drive more carefully.

rnr · 03-26-2007, 04:56 PM

Terrible news.

No more group drives for me - will keep the speed for the track only

kohete · 03-26-2007, 09:47 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by rnr

Terrible news.

No more group drives for me - will keep the speed for the track only

My first impulse is to say 'ditto', but... I don't make promises I might not be able to keep.

And to think I used to take my daughter along. Man...

doma · 03-26-2007, 10:28 PM

Very sad. I've got several fond memories of hearing that car's roar through the trees on bay area backroad drives. Was in an underpass along side it once with the top off on the Elise and he revved it; the echoing blast of noise was an odd mix of pain and beauty. I didn't know Luis, but that car always put a smile on my face. My condolences to his family and friends.

JenNjuice4 · 03-27-2007, 01:16 PM

No, Orrie, I didn't go on that drive...

I just heard about the sad news from my friend. My thoughts are with his family...

rnr · 05-01-2007, 09:08 AM

Does Santana Row still have a good turnout? One of my colleagues wants to take her son to see the cars and I was wondering if its still worth it.

cstetter · 05-01-2007, 10:00 PM

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Originally Posted by rnr

Does Santana Row still have a good turnout? One of my colleagues wants to take her son to see the cars and I was wondering if its still worth it.

Think so - judging by the pics posted on F-chat. Also, at least last week there was a large group of Lotus prior to the FF drive. Remember that the weather is nice now so turnout will be better.

Personally, I haven't made it there for a while now due to business travel and it looks like the next two weeks are also out for me

raggedy1 · 05-01-2007, 10:08 PM

been awhile for me too. last time, MattG was still around!

this week is out for me.

MattG · 05-01-2007, 10:17 PM

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Originally Posted by raggedy1

been awhile for me too. last time, MattG was still around!

this week is out for me.

Wow, that WAS a while ago!

I miss those meets...

raggedy1 · 05-01-2007, 10:28 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by MattG

Wow, that WAS a while ago!

I miss those meets...

I miss ya man!

hope all is well in CO for you and the family!

claus, i'll get out there when you do again, but if you lead the drive....

let's just say I couldn't keep up with you around that reservoir!

JLSELISE · 05-02-2007, 11:07 AM

Thought I would point out that I will be hosting a run starting at SR on May 12. Details have been posted on the GGLC calendar:
http://www.gglotus.org/ggcalend/ggcalend.htm
Lunch at a restaurant will follow the run. This lunch is optional, but I will need a head count to finalize the reservation if you are interested. Please contact me if you have any questions.

cstetter · 05-02-2007, 02:12 PM

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Originally Posted by raggedy1

I miss ya man!

hope all is well in CO for you and the family!

claus, i'll get out there when you do again, but if you lead the drive....

let's just say I couldn't keep up with you around that reservoir!

Matt - you need to start organizing your own copy of SR in Colorado.

Andy, I think the next time I can make it is 5/19.

We missed you at the Mt.Hamilton/FF drive.

After the 2 recent deaths, I think I have mellowed out a bit - no more red mist for me...

- still very much planning on forced induction, though

kohete · 05-02-2007, 02:24 PM

"2 recent deaths"?

I only knew of one?

03-26-2007, 11:13 AM	#362 (permalink)
def ...ault Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 2,107	Hey guys, I heard a rumor but wasnt sure, but it looks like it is confirmed.. Luis (that LOUD black gt3), very nice and amazing guy that goes to SR, died on the drive on saturday after SR. http://www.ferrarichat.com/forum/sho...d.php?t=144181 Not sure of the details, I only saw the post on Fchat, which i check every now and then at work and left a comment. Were any E-Talk members there? Four of us (3 Elises and 1 Exige S) went on our own quick drive up skyline and left well before the bigger group did. __________________ //kevin - 05 Graphite Gray - Red Touring / LSS / Starshield / Stage 2 + more Last edited by def : 03-26-2007 at 01:43 PM.

03-26-2007, 12:49 PM	#363 (permalink)
SillyPuppy Elise Smileage: 15,445 Join Date: Sep 2004 Location: Sacramento, CA Posts: 554	We were invited to the drive, but I'd already decided that I was heading up to FoSF to see if I could check out that F355 again, and Scott (in the Mondial), Colin (NFB gullwing Elise) and myself headed up to Berkeley for lunch along the way there instead. I don't think I could have handled another accident on a twisty drive, so for that, I'm thankful I wasn't there, and while I'd never gotten the chance to talk to Luis, I knew about his passion for cars and how much he was loved by the Bay Area car community. Jen, you didn't go on the drive, did you? __________________ '05 Elise, GG/Red, Touring, SS, HT - SOLD '97 F355 Spider '03 Celica, Wife's car '01 MR2 Spyder, Daily Driver

03-26-2007, 01:32 PM	#364 (permalink)
shay2nak GGM ENFORCER Join Date: Dec 2003 Location: Land of da 1000 Oaks, CA Posts: 12,743	I read the thread on Fchat and Luis sounds like a really great & talented person. Always sad to read someone's passing during a drive. I don't know how I would handle it if I were there to see it. Terrible... __________________ save ~10 lbs gain 1 hp EQ: Y=(190X) / (1984-X) where Y is (HP) and X is (lbs) '07 GG EXIGE S * MY CAR ** VIDEO CLIPS! '08 ACURA TSX 6-speed http://www.makeNYNYagain.com

03-26-2007, 01:46 PM	#366 (permalink)
2-Y-CHROMOSOMES Registered User Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Silicon Valley Posts: 1,027	No way! Luis was a nice guy. __________________ 2005 Elise 250 whp \| Forcedfed Custom Intercooled Supercharger \| EFI \| Forcedfed Street Header \| Fujita CAI \| TB Bypass \| Toda flywheel \| ACT HD Clutch \| Forcedfed Prototype Exhaust \| Micromirror \| Forcedfed Half Carbon Splitter \| Greddy Catch Can \| ForcedFed Engine Damper

03-26-2007, 04:56 PM	#369 (permalink)
rnr daily driver Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Sunnyvale, CA Posts: 1,648	Terrible news. No more group drives for me - will keep the speed for the track only __________________ 06 Elise. STi, LSD/TC, TP, SS, 8 Inch Larini, TurboXS CAI, RTD Brace, 15/16 Rotas, 205/245 RA1, ekological HID kit, Multivex mirrors, Ragnorak Scuffguards, BWR UniKey, bootie, carpet buttons, BWR sill protectors, car cover

03-20-2007, 03:35 PM	#361 (permalink)
LarryB Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: NorCal Posts: 2,822	Might stop by. But wouldn't be doing a drive. Most likely will do a scouting run for the Mt Hamilton drive / FF meet on Sunday.

03-26-2007, 01:43 PM	#365 (permalink)
LarryB Registered User Join Date: Mar 2003 Location: NorCal Posts: 2,822	Had a chance to do a drive with Luis last year. He had a passion for cars and driving them. Sorry to hear about his passing.

03-26-2007, 02:52 PM	#368 (permalink)
cstetter Nothing witty to say Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: San Jose, CA Posts: 1,136	Terrible news indeed. RIP, Luis. Take care out there, guys - I know I will drive more carefully.

03-26-2007, 10:28 PM	#371 (permalink)
doma '05 SY #0038 Join Date: Oct 2004 Location: Belmont, CA Posts: 2,220 Images: 6	Very sad. I've got several fond memories of hearing that car's roar through the trees on bay area backroad drives. Was in an underpass along side it once with the top off on the Elise and he revved it; the echoing blast of noise was an odd mix of pain and beauty. I didn't know Luis, but that car always put a smile on my face. My condolences to his family and friends. __________________ Braille Battery - Micromirror - Alpine Head Unit & Speakers - HID Headlights - H&T Pad - Snorkel Delete - Non Dust Brake Pads - JL Stealthbox - JL Amps - Sirius Sat - Rudolph Antlers and Nose Kit Astronomy Picture of the Day Last edited by doma : 03-26-2007 at 10:49 PM.

03-27-2007, 01:16 PM	#372 (permalink)
JenNjuice4 Registered User Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: Bay Area, CA Posts: 102	No, Orrie, I didn't go on that drive... I just heard about the sad news from my friend. My thoughts are with his family...

05-01-2007, 09:08 AM	#373 (permalink)
rnr daily driver Join Date: Jul 2005 Location: Sunnyvale, CA Posts: 1,648	Does Santana Row still have a good turnout? One of my colleagues wants to take her son to see the cars and I was wondering if its still worth it. __________________ 06 Elise. STi, LSD/TC, TP, SS, 8 Inch Larini, TurboXS CAI, RTD Brace, 15/16 Rotas, 205/245 RA1, ekological HID kit, Multivex mirrors, Ragnorak Scuffguards, BWR UniKey, bootie, carpet buttons, BWR sill protectors, car cover

05-01-2007, 10:08 PM	#375 (permalink)
raggedy1 Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: belmont Posts: 3,796	been awhile for me too. last time, MattG was still around! this week is out for me. __________________ It's Delux son, Delux. It's not that hard. http://itsdeluxson.com/

05-02-2007, 11:07 AM	#378 (permalink)
JLSELISE Registered User Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: Livermore, CA Posts: 398	Upcoming Run from SR--East Bay--May 12 Thought I would point out that I will be hosting a run starting at SR on May 12. Details have been posted on the GGLC calendar: http://www.gglotus.org/ggcalend/ggcalend.htm Lunch at a restaurant will follow the run. This lunch is optional, but I will need a head count to finalize the reservation if you are interested. Please contact me if you have any questions. __________________ Joel '67 S3 Elan dhc (owned since 1970) '06 Audi A3 3.2 '04 Noble M12 (380 rwhp)

05-02-2007, 02:24 PM	#380 (permalink)
kohete Space Cadet 1st Class Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: SF Bay Area Posts: 387	"2 recent deaths"? I only knew of one? __________________ '05 SB Elise, TP, ST2, dual HID, driving lights, 4tress, schroth 4pt asm, TP rail, SYS, CRD, microMirror, HNTpad, V1 '07 MY MINI Cooper S, lux, nav, steeeripes! '05 LR3, HSE

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