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I heard a nasty 'ol rumor from a source more credible than myself that Lotus might be working on an SUV-like vehicle. Now, I don't mean for this unsubstantiated rumor to start any serious debate, because c'mon, it's probably not true. The purpose of this thread is for me to express my fierce opposition to this idea, and hopefully for others to join in, in the hopes that Lotus sees this thread and hears the voice of its customers.
I believe than an SUV violates the core principle of the Lotus Car company that Colin Champan founded. If Lotus wants any credible connection to its history, it must be true to its roots. Porsche abandoned its, and lots much respect as a result. I take pride in knowing I bought a sports car from one of the few car companies that has not jumped on the SUV bandwagon.
Giving an SUV-like vehicle a different name, like "Crossover" or "Sport Activity Vehicle" will not fool us! We're smarter than your average car customer. Now, if you design a proper and true station wagon, I'll buy one!
Lotus: please, please let this be nothing more than a wild, unsubstantiated rumor!
I believe than an SUV violates the core principle of the Lotus Car company that Colin Champan founded. If Lotus wants any credible connection to its history, it must be true to its roots. Porsche abandoned its, and lots much respect as a result. I take pride in knowing I bought a sports car from one of the few car companies that has not jumped on the SUV bandwagon.
Giving an SUV-like vehicle a different name, like "Crossover" or "Sport Activity Vehicle" will not fool us! We're smarter than your average car customer. Now, if you design a proper and true station wagon, I'll buy one!
Lotus: please, please let this be nothing more than a wild, unsubstantiated rumor!