[Possiblelotusfan]

I was thinking, how many of LT's users don't even currently own a Lotus. I don't. LT is a great place to talk about all cars and, really, anything.

 

[sturgeongeneral]

You may want to add a third option of used to own one but not currently. I think that would separate those who have owned one from those who never have owned one.

 

[4380r]

You may want to add a third option of used to own one but not currently. I think that would separate those who have owned one from those who never have owned one.

Agreed. I currently don't own one, might not ever again. But I've owned 10 including several vintage Lotus.

 

[MConte05]

I didn't own one for two years. Spent most of the time lurking the classifieds and dreaming. Then stopped dreaming and got one!

 

[88 E5PR1T]

You may want to add a third option of used to own one but not currently. I think that would separate those who have owned one from those who never have owned one.

I like the third option too. I went about two years between my Esprit and my a Elise, but definitely lurked regularly.

Also, overall I've been on the forum longer without a Lotus than with one!

 

[ulao]

I think its good to add "looking to buy" as I did this for a year or more.

 

[Doge]

Added

 

[philethier]

I went about 3 years between Lotus/Caterham cars. The Miata was great in its own way, but I wanted to get back.

 

[Allan Gibbs]

Are we still going forward with the plan to charge non owners a site usage fee?

 

[derrek1280]

Sold mine... but I can't seem to stay away. Who knows if I'll own one again or not?

 

[evil eye]

Been lurking for years, but still haven't bought my first Lotus. After my wife and I got married this past September, it was time to buy our first toy. Went with a 2014 GT500. I've always loved the GT500's, both new and old, and she always wanted a Mustang. After this car is paid off in a few years I still plan on purchasing a 2009 S260 which I've wanted ever since I first laid eyes on it. Two completely different cars for sure, but that's how I like it.

 

[4380r]

Been lurking for years, but still haven't bought my first Lotus. After my wife and I got married this past September, it was time to buy our first toy. Went with a 2014 GT500. I've always loved the GT500's, both new and old, and she always wanted a Mustang. After this car is paid off in a few years I still plan on purchasing a 2009 S260 which I've wanted ever since I first laid eyes on it. Two completely different cars for sure, but that's how I like it.

Best to buy one now if you want it and can find one. The are going up in price and the 09's are EXTREMELY rare. I think maybe only a few dozen?

 

[Mr.C]

voted

 

[evil eye]

Best to buy one now if you want it and can find one. The are going up in price and the 09's are EXTREMELY rare. I think maybe only a few dozen?

Trust me, I know. 27 to be exact for MY 2009 in North America, and a few of those are outside of the US now. I've been looking since 2011-12, and the sale prices for the last few have been in the $60-65k range depending on condition, mods, track abuse, etc. To be truthful, the prices have held steady since I started my search, matter of fact they have even gone down slightly. I haven't seen any go up in price yet, but the last few that went on sale publically were heavily modified. There's actually one for sale right now on this forum, the burnt orange press car. The price was just lowered to $59k. If I could do it now, I certainly would make it happen, but it's just not realistic. I'm prepared on settling for a 2010 or 2011, if I must, but part of the thrill is the chase, like Wayne Carini would say.

 

[VisualEchos]

This community is so friendly *rolls eyes, that I don't know why there aren't more guys here that don't own a Lotus.

 

[blankdan]

I was a lurker for about a year before I got mine.

 

[sturgeongeneral]

I think the poll now really gives more useful information about who we are. Nice job!

 

[evil eye]

This community is so friendly *rolls eyes, that I don't know why there aren't more guys here that don't own a Lotus.

This place doesn't seem bad. Every forum I'm a part of, car or otherwise, has it's share of idiots/trolls/jerks.

 

[Possiblelotusfan]

Great idea to add the other options! I thought I was the only one here who hadn't ever owned a Lotus.

 

[gray]

This community is so friendly *rolls eyes, that I don't know why there aren't more guys here that don't own a Lotus.

Man, I hope you never pick up a Tesla. Make a post about an issue or criticism and you can brace for the un-ending personal attacks. It's kind of funny on Reddit - owners are noticing huge numbers of downvotes even discussing issues among themselves.