Tried a new Elise on for size

sammyb · Apr 26, 2005

I went to go look at the new Elise. The targa top was on. I'm 6'4", so getting in was near impossible. Interestingly, there was plenty of leg room, and almost enough headroom for comfortable driving.

But I'd like to meet the person whose butt fits in those seats. My pelvis was smooshed by the seat frame, and I'm a really scrawny guy (180 pounds.)

I was going to actually take it for a test, but I was running out of time.

CraigFL · Apr 26, 2005

I'm 6'-4" too so your experience was interesting. I hear you can't really get in with the top on anyway as it's supposed to be enjoyed topless... But you worry me with the tight fit because I'm considerably more than 180... Do you think your head would be sticking above the car with the top off??

Geo Hahn · Apr 26, 2005

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...I'd like to meet the person whose butt fits in those seats.

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I think he was named Colin somebody or another.

I don't think I have ever sat in a Lotus that I could drive comfortably but have a friend who is a perfect fit. Good for him as he has a Seven and an Elise.

Basil · Apr 26, 2005

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...I'm a really scrawny guy (180 pounds.)

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If you're scrawny, then I must be emaciated...145-150 (and thats after gaining about 15 pounds after I retired from the Air Force).

Basil

racing girl · Apr 26, 2005

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But I'd like to meet the person whose butt fits in those seats.

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That would be me Sam! And that car fits me a treat.... just need a sugar daddy now to buy me one.

RG /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/england.gif

TypeRboy · Apr 26, 2005

I've yet to see one in person. I imagine that I'll need a sport bike or some such thing to catch it...

PC · Apr 27, 2005

I was on the road with a handful of them on Rolling British Car Day. I want one!

PC.

Radford · Apr 29, 2005

Drove with one up I-85 this morning, all I can say is SWEET.

racing girl · Apr 29, 2005

Not that I'm rubbing it in or anything... but did I ever show you this???? /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/devilgrin.gif

RG /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/savewave.gif

Radford · Apr 29, 2005

So you really do know who's butt fits in that seat. Great photo, thanks for the 10000 volt s#%( eating grin.

Beavis · Apr 30, 2005

That car looks like so much fun. Wish I could afford one. But I got my GT6, and I'm no where near rich enough to own an Elise, so I can't complain about owning the next best thing.

I love the Elise. Near 40 miles per gallon highway too. Almost as good as some of those hybrids, but with acceleration that will kill cars twice its own cost.

At a scant 1900 pounds, this car would be awesome at carving up canyon roads, going 10/10ths. I bet those lateral Gs must make you sick to your stomach.

Grinnin' right with ya'. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/grin.gif

Super 7 · May 2, 2005

I'm thinking of selling the 7 and the Cortinas and buying one. They are sharp.

Hegg · May 4, 2005

I've only caught a glimpse of one and just HAPPENED to have my camera with me:

https://unabled.com/show/cars/sightings/Lotus_Elise.jpg

Definitely want to go test drive one someday.... How much does a test drive cost? /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/tongue.gif

Guest · May 8, 2005

racing girl is very prety.

Guest · May 8, 2005

racing girl is very prety. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/jester.gif /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/jester.gif /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/nopity.gif /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/nopity.gif

Basil · May 8, 2005

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racing girl is very prety. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/jester.gif /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/jester.gif /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/nopity.gif /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/nopity.gif

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And you are very gone. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/hammer.gif

racing girl · May 10, 2005

Ohh, don't you just love the internet... /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/eek.gif

Thanks Bas

RG /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/england.gif

jsneddon · May 10, 2005

Basil is very pretty too....

in his own special way /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif

MGA Steve · May 10, 2005

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That car looks like so much fun. Wish I could afford one.

[/ QUOTE ]I bid $100.00 for one on eBay! But, for some strange reason, mine didn't stay the highest bid for long--next day, the price was up to $33,000. /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/cryin.gif

Radford · May 12, 2005

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Basil is very pretty too....

in his own special way /ubbthreads/images/graemlins/smile.gif

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Wish I'd come up with that one.

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