I'm thinking of buying an S2.........

[HK Phooey]

Hello,

I'm a newbie so I appologise if this is a frequently ask question. I currently drive an MX5 and aren't really impressed with the new one. I've always liked the Elise ever since I drove an S1. I'm thinking of getting an '03/04 S2 and I was just wondering what it's really like living with an Elise?

It'll basically be a replacement for my MX5, my girlfriend has a practical car so it's really used for a short commute during the week, at weekends and the odd drive to France!!

[Nick J]

I used to have a MX5 and as much as I liked it I thought it was time to move on. I bought a S1 Elise a couple of months ago and Im absolutely loving it. They are totally different to an MX5. If you dont have a big commute everyday then I stongly recomend getting one. The overall running costs are similar but an Elise is a lot more special.

Do it, you wont regret it.

Nick

[StuartB]

I'd buy an S1 if I were you That said the best thing to do is to take everybodies opinions with a pinch of salt.

Its a buyers market, go out and drive lots of them and buy the one you like best

[minidiva]

It's really easy to live with an S2 - go and test drive one and you'll know that you must do it!!!!!!
I've got an S2 Exige and use it every day and it's no problem. I had the same worries before I collected it "will I be able to live with it every day?" etc.. but I'm loving it - it is a pleasure to drive, and having to do it every day is a treat! Fair enough I've only had it 6 weeks but it just gets better and better and I know I'll not grow tired of it.
My situation sounds like it's the same as yours, I only do a short commute and the other half has a practical company car and it works perfectly! Can't wait for spring to go for a blast over in Europe.

Go on, you know you want to!!

[wacattack]

StuartB said:

I'd buy an S1 if I were you That said the best thing to do is to take everybodies opinions with a pinch of salt. Its a buyers market, go out and drive lots of them and buy the one you like best

Get the S1, its what the elise should be! A Hard core drivers car!

[Boggy]

Hi

I'd either go for a 111s/111r S2 or a sports tourer S2, I can understand what the other's are saying but this will make your change to Lotus world a lot more easier to live with, try and get the short roof version as this is also a much easier combination

Boggy

[cheekymonkey]

just go and drive one and see how you get on. Chris at Westover Sports cars was a great help when i started looking. a word of warning, once you've driven one you WILL want one for sure

[HK Phooey]

Thanks for all the advice. I've wanted one for a while, that's the trouble!!

I went to look at a '53 Boxster on Sunday and there was an '04 Elise next to it. The Porsche didn't get a second glance. The Elise just looked so special.

I've just heard things about the roof leaking etc. Are they expensive to service? Is there any problems I should know about the engines etc?

[boggy]

Hi

If your going to spend that sort of money then don't even hesitate buy a Elise 111R. You should be able to get a 2005 car for the same money as a 53 Boxter, the R has the Toyota engine which is the way Lotus are now going these days, test drive one A.s.a.p you'll love it ! The only other thing I could recommend is maybe a Honda powered conversion in an S2/S1 but the choice is yours ?

Boggy

[tonner_notts]

you can get a 111r for 20k thats what id def go for

[shot2bits]

tonner_notts said:

you can get a 111r for 20k thats what id def go for

£20K!! £23 is the lowest i've found them for and that was a high mileage example...

[GTRene]

shot2bits said:

tonner_notts said: you can get a 111r for 20k thats what id def go for £20K!! £23 is the lowest i've found them for and that was a high mileage example...

there is one on PH for just under 20k...!!
www.pistonheads.com/sales/56379.htm

this one cost 19.500,-gbp and done just 31.000miles and some nice options! and specs...
GTRene

>> Edited by GTRene on Monday 12th December 17:45

[Boggy]

tonner_notts said:

you can get a 111r for 20k thats what id def go for

I think you'd be lucky to get a R for less than 23k, well if you want an Honest one anyway

Boggy

[Boggy]

GTRene said:

shot2bits said: tonner_notts said: you can get a 111r for 20k thats what id def go for £20K!! £23 is the lowest i've found them for and that was a high mileage example... there is one on PH for just under 20k...!! www.pistonheads.com/sales/56379.htm this one cost 19.500,-gbp and done just 31.000miles and some nice options! and specs... GTRene >> Edited by GTRene on Monday 12th December 17:45

That is Cheap, but I'd be a little careful here full respray ?

Boggy

[steff]

Boggy said:

GTRene said: shot2bits said: tonner_notts said: you can get a 111r for 20k thats what id def go for £20K!! £23 is the lowest i've found them for and that was a high mileage example... there is one on PH for just under 20k...!! www.pistonheads.com/sales/56379.htm this one cost 19.500,-gbp and done just 31.000miles and some nice options! and specs... GTRene >> Edited by GTRene on Monday 12th December 17:45 That is Cheap, but I'd be a little careful here full respray ? Boggy

IIRC the guy took it to a main dealer, who shall remain nameless, who kindly washed the car with the aid of a brillo pad...

[S Works]

Yep, I think you'll find that one is in top nick. He's getting rid to get an 06 white Exige

[GTRene]

when it was only as the story tells where stone chips on the car and window and the car had no serious accedent its a cheap and nice car for the money!
Just check it(or let it check) and ask...
GTRene

[beachbum]

IIRC, this guy put it up at this price so that he can shift it quickly, because of the imminent arrival of the 06 Exige. At least thats what I hope, or I've lost a damn sight more than I thought I would for a years motoring

[GTRene]

beachbum said:

IIRC, this guy put it up at this price so that he can shift it quickly, because of the imminent arrival of the 06 Exige. At least thats what I hope, or I've lost a damn sight more than I thought I would for a years motoring

qiuk sell and lowest price 19.500,- slow sell(or reduce in the end?) almost 25.000,-gbp(2004 cars)... there are always some fine priced cars around from people who need cash or other reasons, I mostly buy those cars because I cahnged a lot in the past, and that way you can drive a car almost for nothing when you sell within a year and ask the higher price what also can be a fare price! that way I can pay my hobby "fast" good feeling cars! a bit
I check a lot carprices before I buy...when there's a bargain price for a nice car then you have to act quik...
GTRene

>> Edited by GTRene on Monday 12th December 20:32

[Shakespeare]

Buy one.

But unlike the Mazda during the winter you may want to carry.

1. De-icer
2. RAC card
3. Water
4. Screenwash, oil, torch and a warm coat in the boot.
5. Rain-ex one yellow bottle and one black bottle
6. Kitchen role?
7. Bar towel in case it rains and a glo stick in case you happen upon a rave .
8. A sexy looking lady
9. An airforce (militairy) cap

‘O’ yes and there is the spare underpants.

Personally I only carry the spare pants.