sport 160??

[R9TUS]

Thinking of going back to Lotus. I've got a TVR T350 and fancy a change.
Had 111S before, and thinking of S1 160, as I prefer the looks of the S1.
How is it compared to 111S? Much faster? Reliability?
Do you think it is worth the premium?
Comments would be appreciated
GAV

[340ragtop]

I've owned / driven / services all the variants.

160 was underdeveloped from an engine and suspension point of view IMHO.

For the track - go with a 160, new suspension and a retime / remap. or the road a 111s (has CR box and VVC mech) will be quicker in most situations.

I love the look of the 160 though - the raiser blocks, alcantara etc. are great.

reliability wise there's nothing in it - it's just that day to day the 160 is a PITA to start / idle / drive slow - the 111s is much more civilised.

have alook at the british-cars BBS and check the archives for a lot of feedback on the 160 running - anyone that says they're easy to live with as standard is lying!!