V6 Exige v 997.1 GT3 - sorry

[BertBert]

Sorry for another comparison question, but as a long time 911 owner, I wanted to get a 997.1 GT3, but sadly, my man maths falls way short!

Many years ago I drove an early Toyota engined exige, but can't remember much about it. Is there anyone with experience of both who can help out with any comparisons? I've been meaning to get into the world of Lotus again, my previous experience being an early Elan, early L7 and many Caterhams.

Cheers
Bert

[BertBert]

Thanks both for the thoughts. Had a look at Jayemm on youtube and he has some useful videos, although the fact-to-chat ratio is a bit on the low side!

I'm off to Bell and Collvill on Saturday to see what's what. It's possible that the Evora might be a better bet as even tough it's an occasional use car, sometimes I'll want to do my commute in it which involves a #long# time on the M1! I much prefer the look of the Exige to the Evora though.

Bert

[BertBert]

So to report back test drove an S at Bell and Colvil today, was gobsmacked, really enjoyed it. Didn't expect it to be so good!

I might have to think about an Evora though as I hadn't realised how little space for stuff there is in the Exige, not sure I could get enough stuff in with Mrs Bert for a week in Europe. I know there is the obvious alternative!

B&C were great, didn't expect an unaccompanied test drive in the slightest. Awesome.

Bert

[BertBert]

Does the Evora have a front boot?

By the way to answer my own question, the exige is quite different to the 997 GT3! I suspect more akin to the Cayman. But I absolutely loved it!