Got the 'six month itch' AGAIN!

Pondrew · Post by **Pondrew** » Sat May 25, 2024 1:02 am

I don't know why, but lately I seem to need a new car every six months or so.

Six months is almost up from the last two (yep it's getting so bad I am buying two at a time now) and I have come into some money.

So I am seriously thinking of..............

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I hate green cars, but works for this puppy. Achingly beautiful car IMO
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-detail ... XN&fromsra

Special Kay · Post by **Special Kay** » Sat May 25, 2024 1:42 am

For me, Lotus always carries that age old stigma Lots Of Trouble Usually Serious. I have to agree though, its definitely a stunning car.

pvr · Post by **pvr** » Sat May 25, 2024 8:24 am

To replace which one? Thought you had bought the Z3 instead of your usual boy racer

Ole gits rule · Post by **Ole gits rule** » Sat May 25, 2024 8:36 am

Love the Emira but would want a brighter colour and I have had two Lotus, Elan M100 & Elise, always regretted selling that Elise, go for it and enjoy

BMWZ4MC · Post by **BMWZ4MC** » Sat May 25, 2024 8:58 am

I’d love that, it’s far more striking than the Cayman equivalent.
Just a word of caution Pondrew, your full postcode appears in the Autotrader search linked (assuming that you used your own postcode).
As for “Lots of Trouble”, I’ve driven around 9k miles in my Exige in just over a year of ownership without the slightest hint of trouble…unless you include deafness

Beedub · Post by **Beedub** » Sat May 25, 2024 9:03 am

Do ITTTTT..... my new steed should be here by october , i'm so excited its painful! lol! The emira ROCKS, one of my recent clients is the head of lotus UK , really cool guy and he was given one by lotus in this exact colour scheme it looks SO cool. Just do it! YOLO.

buzyg · Post by **buzyg** » Sat May 25, 2024 9:28 am

Why are you even asking. If you can fit in it then just do it.

1536Z4 · Post by **1536Z4** » Sat May 25, 2024 9:33 am

Watched Harry`s garage review on his so I would say go for it

Pondrew · Post by **Pondrew** » Sat May 25, 2024 11:23 am

pvr wrote: ↑Sat May 25, 2024 8:24 am To replace which one? Thought you had bought the Z3 instead of your usual boy racer

Not to replace anything..just an additional 'toy'. But therein lies the problem.....space!
There is not room in the garage for another car with the Z3 and me having to work on it. The Z3 can't go outside.
I have space outside (just) but I would not have a car like that outside, even under a cover.
I know of someone who offers storage for classic cars locally, but a) he charges a lot and b) I don't want a car which I have to 'visit'.

TitanTim · Post by **TitanTim** » Sat May 25, 2024 11:38 am

Looks like you've talked yourself out of it already

which might be easier than getting out of it

As said if you fit in it then go for it, looks great and the likes of Harry Metcalfe and Tim Burton (Shmee150) rate it.

I don't think you can compare today's Lotus's from days of old, build, reliability etc.

Looks great

Tim.

Pondrew · Post by **Pondrew** » Sat May 25, 2024 11:48 am

I had a 1985 Lotus Excel back in 1990. I never noticed it being bad quality TBH. In the year I had it, it didn't let me down despite me driving to Wales with the oil filler cap missing which made a bit of a mess (my fault)!

LawrenceW · Post by **LawrenceW** » Sat May 25, 2024 12:03 pm

Just stunning on every level, plus life’s too short…….

Zedebee · Post by **Zedebee** » Sat May 25, 2024 12:15 pm

Sounds like you’re looking for an excuse to bin the project, which would be a shame. I’d say finish the “Ferrari”, there will still be Lotuses for sale in five years time

Chippie · Post by **Chippie** » Sat May 25, 2024 1:50 pm

Zedebee wrote: ↑Sat May 25, 2024 12:15 pm there will still be Lotuses for sale in five years time

is that how long you think it will take to Him finish it.

IRD · Post by **IRD** » Sat May 25, 2024 3:40 pm

Pondrew wrote: ↑Sat May 25, 2024 1:02 am I don't know why, but lately I seem to need a new car every six months or so.

Six months is almost up from the last two (yep it's getting so bad I am buying two at a time now) and I have come into some money.

So I am seriously thinking of..............
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I hate green cars, but works for this puppy. Achingly beautiful car IMO
https://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-detail ... XN&fromsra

That is beautiful car and I love the colour. But is it the right purchase for someone who doesn’t enjoy driving very much?

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