[bruizeman]

Hello everyone!

I would like to request membership into the Lotus club

I just finished purchasing a beautiful green with tan interior Lotus Elise in Toronto from Gentry Lane.

The car only had 16k KM on the clock and looks really good. There were some very minor rock dings on the rocker panels, but I don't think it's noticeable at all.

I've been wanting a Lotus since my high school days, like pretty much everyone here I suppose, so I decided to reward myself for my 30th birthday. =D

I haven't taken any pictures personally yet, but since this post is probably worthless without pics... I leave you the dealership pics of the car:

2006 Lotus Elise | Gentry Lane Automobiles

When I was getting the bank draft to pay for it, the teller asked me if I was buying a car. I told him yes, a Lotus. Then just a blank stare... I was wondering if I would be able to contribute to that "crazy things people have said about your Lotus pt.6" thread, but alas, nothing really came from that.

Anyways, bye for now

 

[Zoomby_U]

Welcome to the Fraternity! If you are into track days then definitely let me know and we can meet up in the spring.

Cheers,
Zoomby_U

 

[bruizeman]

Thanks Zoomby! I haven't done any track days and I probably won't until I get a better feel for this MR car. I drove a Honda Prelude before this.

Appreciate it though!

 

[David Craig]

I'm in the GTA too with a 2009 Elise.

Welcome to the club!

 

[OTOmatic]

Welcome aboard. You will love the car. When spring arrives come to one of the cruise dates.

 

[sturgeongeneral]

Welcome and congratulations!

 

[bruizeman]

Thanks guys. I do intend to join you all on one of the cruise trips!

 

[bruizeman]

I'm in the GTA too with a 2009 Elise.

Welcome to the club!

Thanks David. And I know... I read your Canadian road trip thread in detail

 

[BOPHACK]

Welcome!!! You're in!

 

[WestCoastLotus]

Welcome to The Show!


and Yes.......still drivin' it!

 

[bruizeman]

The roads somewhat drier now for this weekend, and I'm thinking of driving it home finally from the dealership.

My only concern is... it has the summer tires on still. Will it be a big problem? The roads are clear of snow, just a bit wet.

 

[Tcab]

:wave: Welcome! From a fellow Canadian however now residing in Texas, better driving weather down here

 

[David Craig]

The roads somewhat drier now for this weekend, and I'm thinking of driving it home finally from the dealership.

My only concern is... it has the summer tires on still. Will it be a big problem? The roads are clear of snow, just a bit wet.

If you search the Yokohama tire site they mention to not drive on summer tires if the temp is below -10 C.

I'd drive it home when the temperatures are closer to 0 C which should happen in about a week according to the forecast.

 

[bruizeman]

Thanks for that David. I will do that. Appreciate it!

 

[WestCoastLotus]

Temperature has a big impact on tires. I'm on Blizzaks now and they make a BIG difference when the temp is below 5*C. Less spin and slide.

 

[Patiotray]

Welcome! I had Conti Extreme Contact A/S tires mounted for my trip home. The A048s were not appropriate for a 400 mile trip through the mountains of WV at 0* F. Just my opinion, but I would wait for warmer temps. Hope the car is indoors at the dealership too.

 

[Lckitty]

Welcome. TONS of great info for you here. That's my favorite color combo. Gorgeous! I wish they made Evoras in the Grn/Tan.

 

[Top Flight]

You should register with lotus limited car club. Attend log 34 in nc this year .. Road trip!

 

[bruizeman]

Ok. Finally took some pics. I share with you.

 

[WestCoastLotus]

nice Colour!