Lotus Exige

[PJC]

Looking to get this any thoughts from those is the know?

http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/ ... rt/1339734

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Whoa initially thought "that's expensive for a 6 year old exige" but they do seem to be holding remarkably high residuals.
Guess it's because the engine they used is no longer in production as it was killed off by euro 5 requirements as such not been on sale for a few years (2 or 3 - can't recall).

I would enquire as to what was done to make it 260ps - the "official" 260 upgrade used on the cup and 211 cars does have some unique parts. I'm wondering if they just mapped it or slung on a smaller pulley. Also look for verification of the numbers as it does seem quite a co-incidence that they match the factory 260 package.

extraordinarily low mileage... I'd investigate that further and make sure it's still been serviced when it should have been.
Is it because a weekend toy (unlikely) or used on track (more likely) or been broken down (always possible )

Don't be put off by track usage - these are supposed to be used that way and as long as they are looked after they will not miss a beat for being there (the advantage of a light gear is easy wear and tear).

[HYFR]

Ad says one lady owner never been tracked!

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One way to find out - check the docs for any replacement tyres. Yoko 048s last just about 6k miles on road use and if never been tracked then should still be on the original set. If not then bah humbug.

[PJC]

If they ever call me back I will ask the question.

Went and viewed this but worried its too extreme.

http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/ ... ec/1375395

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Nice spec - ohlins are the best suspension I've ever driven.
However the cage really does restrict things on a practical day to day side.

[535dboy]

I would enquire as to what was done to make it 260ps - the "official" 260 upgrade used on the cup and 211 cars does have some unique parts. I'm wondering if they just mapped it or slung on a smaller pulley. Also look for verification of the numbers as it does seem quite a co-incidence that they match the factory 260 package.

It was Christopher Neil's that did my upgrade so should include the new injectors, fuel pump and then 211 reflashed ECU - so effectively the Lotus Sport 260 upgrade

[535dboy]

If they ever call me back I will ask the question.

Went and viewed this but worried its too extreme.

http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/ ... ec/1375395

Wow that does look extreme and the roll bar must make getting in and out a right PITA

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If they ever call me back I will ask the question.

Went and viewed this but worried its too extreme.

http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/ ... ec/1375395

If you are looking at that price range then I would go for
http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/ ... te/1134792

Limited edition and the last exiges made.
Also the facelift version with different front (inspired by Porsche ) and a proper rear wing (always hated the flimsy rear spoiler on the original s2 exige)

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I would enquire as to what was done to make it 260ps - the "official" 260 upgrade used on the cup and 211 cars does have some unique parts. I'm wondering if they just mapped it or slung on a smaller pulley. Also look for verification of the numbers as it does seem quite a co-incidence that they match the factory 260 package.

It was Christopher Neil's that did my upgrade so should include the new injectors, fuel pump and then 211 reflashed ECU - so effectively the Lotus Sport 260 upgrade

That cool - always wary with dealer upgrades as one I saw for the mk1 was essentially a plastic flower pot over the air filter.

[535dboy]

If they ever call me back I will ask the question.

Went and viewed this but worried its too extreme.

http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/ ... ec/1375395

If you are looking at that price range then I would go for
http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/ ... te/1134792

Limited edition and the last exiges made.
Also the facelift version with different front (inspired by Porsche ) and a proper rear wing (always hated the flimsy rear spoiler on the original s2 exige)

Except it says deposit taken!

Does look good though and from what I can gather a dealer with a good reputation.

[535dboy]

I would enquire as to what was done to make it 260ps - the "official" 260 upgrade used on the cup and 211 cars does have some unique parts. I'm wondering if they just mapped it or slung on a smaller pulley. Also look for verification of the numbers as it does seem quite a co-incidence that they match the factory 260 package.

It was Christopher Neil's that did my upgrade so should include the new injectors, fuel pump and then 211 reflashed ECU - so effectively the Lotus Sport 260 upgrade

That cool - always wary with dealer upgrades as one I saw for the mk1 was essentially a plastic flower pot over the air filter.

Flower power ......

.....I'll get my coat

[PJC]

Well, it is a one owner car with all the annual service stamps on original tyres, mature owner no paintwork.

Christopher Neil upgrade at £2,500 with receipts.

No movement on price only a couple of hundred quid, one years comprehensive warranty too.

[535dboy]

Well, it is a one owner car with all the annual service stamps on original tyres, mature owner no paintwork.

Christopher Neil upgrade at £2,500 with receipts.

No movement on price only a couple of hundred quid, one years comprehensive warranty too.

That upgrade price is about right and what I paid

CNs were one of the first to offer the upgrade and I got mine done early on and it was trailered up there and back

They have a good reputation as I understand it so assume that car is good.

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Yeah I used CN's when I was in Manchester.


This one is nice too
http://www.pistonheads.com/classifieds/ ... -c/1088485