S1 which one

[guardian]

I am after a Lotus S1, I am changing from an MR2 turbo.

I am trying to decide between the 111s and the standard model.

I have a max of 15K.

what are everyones ideas on this

[joust]

I would say the standard model as it's the more "pure" - you'll also pick up a very tidy one (like mine ) for around £14k trade, £11-12k private.

111s have the more poke, but I think it slightly spoils the whole effect, but then I'm probably biased!

J

[guardian]

What are the standard ones like on speed and what are the best upgrade companys.

Is there any clubs ???

[bogie]

standard car will be slower than your MR2 Turbo.111s quicker as std, but limited tuning options. Better off starting std and spending the difference on mods...or get a car which is already well sorted.

Lots of clubs - for free info try

www.british-cars.co.uk - Lotus Elise board

www.seloc.org - for anyone to join

upgrades - well best VFM IMHO is www.dvapower.com

cheers
bogie

[david warrener]

go for a modded one or a 111S (that what i've got). if you don,t you,ll quickly find youself doing the mods anyway. and it'll cost ya less in the long run. hate to think how much i've spent. might be tempted to part with it i fancy an exige or esprit v8

[nick_houghton]

would be very surprised if you get a 111s for £15k, nothing less than £17k about. andy is selling his at £17k, and it absolutely is worth every penny..

[Simon N]

111s are worth £14-£15K realistically. No way £17K. At £17K you are looking at an S2. At £16K you are looking at an S1 S160. If your friend has got his 111s at £17K I can guarantee he will find it difficult to sell. A couple of 111s went for £13K in the past month or so one of which was on here in immaculate condition.

[Felix7]

Agree with what has been said, go for a standard S1 or even one which has been upgraded by a reputable name. Saw a B&C 160Bhp on a 'S' reg at the back of this weeks Autopsort for £12995. You will also find a fair few S1's for sale on PH too.

I personally have a 111S 79 and mods are limited, albeit I went down the Super Charger route, expensive, but it does make the car go rather fast!

THE MR2 TURBO may be faster in straight line than a standard S1, but on the bendy bits, the S1 is in a league of its own.

PC



>> Edited by Felix7 on Monday 27th January 22:40