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Shakopee, Minnesota, United States
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Here is an extremely rare opportunity to own a very special one-off Lotus sports car. This incredibly unique supercar was custom-built from a true Lotus factory race car chassis, but highly modified by the builder to much higher performance specifications and improved cockpit design/comfort. If you let this one go, you will not see another one for sale down the road. This is it. 1 of 1. This is NOT your production Elise/Exige with 190hp Toyota power plant, but rather a 1700lb 300hp 6-spd go-kart on steroids, with nearly twice the rubber on the pavement then a production model S2 Elise/Exige. Built from a 1999 Lotus Sport 190 race chassis with 5,800 original miles, the Elise GT has 1000 miles on the newly fitted Honda race engine (break-in/tuning), and less than 50 miles on the new composite widebody. $135,000 has been invested into this car build. This is not a body kit. Although the hand-formed, composite body is absolutely stunning, it was developed to optimize aerodynamic performance. Integrated front splitter, DRM-style wheel venting, side rockers, rear diffuser, and 67" fully adjustable carbon fiber wing (removable) provide an incredibly stable feel at track speed. Finished in Ferrari Giallo Modena yellow paint, the front clam is wrapped with 3M clear bra for paint protection. Updated lighting package includes custom HID beam headlamps and full LED lighting. The power plant is a custom transplanted 4cyl K24, Honda's high-torque engine with the latest iVTEC technology. Performance-built to over 300bhp, this normally aspirated 2.4L is like having 600+hp in a 3500lb car. In other words, the power to weight ratio is through the roof and absolutely exhilarating to drive. Torque is delivered throughout the entire rpm range and is nothing short of phenomenal. Honda K24A2 2.4L iVTEC Engine (from the Acura TSX) - Normally Aspirated - 300+bhp Honda 6-spd Transmission / Exeedy Performance Clutch / Lightweight Fly Wheel Ported/Polished Race Head / Oversized Valves / Performance Valve Train - Springs / Stage 2 Cams / Pro Chain-Tensioner Skunk2 Pro-K Series Intake Manifold - 70mm Throttle Body - Composite Fuel Rail - 725cc Injectors - K-Tuned Fuel Pressure Regulator Custom Cold Air Intake with remotely mounted (accessible) K&N Filter System 12.5:1 Compression Pistons w/ Coated Skirts / Bored 87.5mm / Crower Lightweight Rods / Balanced Rotating Assembly (Spins to 9500, but 8500rpm red line recommended) Baffled Oil Sump w/ K20 Oil Pump (ported for high flow) / Remote Oil Filter Cartridge (Canton) / Laminova Water-Cooled Oil Cooler (Mocal) High Capacity / High Pressure Radiator / Dual Race Fans - for Improved Cooling (important on mid-engine cars) Custom Yellow Silicone Coolant Hoses / Stainless Steel Braided Fuel / Oil Lines - Aluminum AN Fittings Custom Fabricated Header / Exhaust System - MagnaFlow Race Muffler (This car sounds incredible!) In order to adequately transfer the power to the pavement, 3" of additional rubber was added to each corner of the car. This required a custom composite body be designed to fit the wider low-profile Hoosier R6 tires with SSR 3-piece wheels. Add some custom-valved Nitron dampers and upgraded aluminum-belled disc rotors, and the grip/performance on this car is unlike anything you can imagine. The interior has been tastefully outfitted with carbon fiber and black alcantra suede. Custom carbon fiber seats with Schroth 6-point harness system ensures both driver & passenger are connected to the car during extreme high-g turns. The center console was custom fabricated with carbon fiber/alcantra and fitted with gauges and a Traqmate GPS data logger system with telemetry recording (RPM, Gear, TPS, Brake, Speed, GPS, and more) for integration with video. Custom software and digital dashboard (along with training) is also included with the car (see videos on YouTube). A progressive shift light system sets atop the dash to further assist the driver to get the most out of the car's power.. The dash/door panels also incorporate carbon fiber and alcantra, providing a tastefully finished and refined look. To top it off, the Elise GT also includes a unique prototype 'H-pattern Auto Throttle Blip' system designed to rev match during quick downshifting under heavy braking, eliminating the need to heel/toe. This is an INCREDIBLE feature, and not available on any other H-pattern transmission. One of a kind! This car was imported, designed, and built for off-road use only. It is not street legal. That said, the chassis is Lotus, but everything else has been replaced. A new Honda engine, transmission, drive train, body, lighting, suspension, interior, etc. With a couple modifications to the exhaust system (catalytic convertor), it may be possible to get this car certified as a 'kit car' dependent on your State's compliance requirements. I know of people who did it with these cars, but I had no desire to do so as this is the ultimate track car... through and through. I also will include some very specialized tools developed specifically for this car, and a SUPER low profile extended floor jack. The car is way to low for regular floor jacks. I also have collected tons of manuals and support information (including wiring diagrams) and will include all receipts for items should you ever choose to register as a kit car and apply for a VIN. The car comes with a certificate of origination that indicates 'For Off-Road Use Only'. Email me for video links to see more of this car on track! ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Also Available (but not included in this price)... Custom 20' Look Auto Hauler Trailer - Custom built to provide track side comfort, but also to use as a mobile trade show showroom/office. I use it to operate a track side GoPro camera rental service. 20' Look Trailer - Tandem Axle (2011 or 12... I'd have to look) - Bought it new. Finished ceiling with 12v lighting from vehicle hitch connection. Custom Cabinetry - I designed the cabinets and had a company custom build them in. Lot's of power outlets in them. An AC unit is housed in the cabinet on the left. Underneath is storage for additional tires/wheels. The center cabinet is where I put my laptop. I also keep a small Bose sound system in there. Both of these feed the 27" HD Display Monitor/Speakers up above. This allows me to play promotional videos at shows and provide track side video services. I also installed rope lights around the ceiling for low light setting at trade shows. Folding Sleeper/Sofa - Folds flat against the wall when hauling the Lotus. Once the car rolls out, it drops down and provides a nice sofa on track day. Nice for changing into proper track suit and shoes. It also folds down into a rather sizable bed. 20' Awning - I just had this installed this past April. Checkered flag design and folds out in two minutes. Awesome!! Race Ramps - The Lotus sits very low, so to avoid any scrapes on the front splitter, these are super-lite ramps that allow you to easily and effortlessly drive the car into the trailer. No steep ramp or winch needed. Piece of cake. I fully outfitted the trailer with items that are specifically made to support track side race gear, holders and shelves if you will. The are polycarbonate plastic so they'll never rust. Tie Down Straps/Holders, Helmet, glove, and glasses holders. Ramps/holders. Twin 10'x10' Checkered Flag Race Canopies/holders, CF Chairs & CF Table/Holders, CF Flags on telescopic poles (with Lotus Flags too), Fuel Bottles and Holders, Floor Jack Holder, Air Gauge Holder, Cans & Cleaners Cabinet. These are all mounted on the walls so nothing slips around. It also has a checkered flag 20'x12' pad that covers the asphalt trailer-side (for car or chairs/table). I also have an 2001 F350 tow vehicle if interested in negotiating the whole package. More photos on request. |
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Lotus F1 confirms Grosjean, Maldonado for 2015
Wed, 19 Nov 2014With the season-ending Abu Dhabi Grand Prix now just ten days away, the focus is beginning to shift to next year's Formula One World Championship, with more and more pieces to the puzzle falling into place. And the latest news comes from the Lotus team. The Enstone-based outfit has confirmed that it's keeping both its drivers right where they are for next season, with Romain Grosjean partnering Pastor Maldonado once again.
Swiss driver Grosjean, now 28 years old, made his grand prix debut with the team in 2009, returned as test driver in 2011 while winning the GP2 title, returned to the F1 grid in 2012 and has been driving for the team ever since. He's scored nine podium finishes to date, but has finished no better than his eighth place this season.
Venezuelan pilot Maldonado, 29, won the GP2 the year before his teammate, and moved up to F1 with Williams, for whom he drove for three seasons before switching to Lotus for this one. He shocked the field when he won the Spanish Grand Prix in 2012, but has only finished in the points once this season.
Lotus recalls 2008-2011 Elise, Exige and 2011 Evora over fire fear
Mon, 07 Jul 2014Lotus is recalling 860 vehicles after discovering that the oil cooler hose could detach from its fitting. Should the hose separate, it could spray oil on one of the lightweight car's tires, giving new meaning to the phrase "sudden loss of grip." The other case is, believe or not, more dire, as the spraying oil could hit the engine and ignite. Of course, neither situation is desirable, hence the recall.
The vast majority of the affected vehicles (780 of the 860) are the 2008 to 2011 Elise and Exige, built between November 2007 and July 2011. Another 80 Evora S coupes from 2011, manufactured between September 2010 and September 2011, are also included in the recall.
All repairs will, naturally, be completed free of charge. In the Elise/Exige's case, that means replacing the hose fittings, while the affected Evoras will get a new hose assembly.
Lotus to produce new crossover in China
Fri, May 1 2015Lotus and its parent company recently signed a joint-venture agreement with Chinese automaker Goldstar to build vehicles in China for local consumption, and according to the latest report from Autocar, it'll all come down to a new sport-ute. That's because the market for C-segment compact crossovers in China is huge. So big that it's impossible for Lotus to ignore. Porsche is reportedly selling 30,000 Macans in China alone each year, and is expected to reach 50,000 per annum there in the near future. "Six million SUVs will be sold in China this year, and more than half of those are C-segment models," Lotus chief Jean-Marc Gales told Autocar. "That figure is forecast to rise to eight million in four years. C-segment SUV sales alone will be bigger than the entire German market." Little wonder, then, that Lotus and Proton are keen to dive in. Technical details for the new Lotus crossover are still being worked out, but we'll likely be looking at a steel monocoque chassis clad in composite and aluminum body panels, riding lower than a Macan and weighing a good 400-500 pounds less. Power will likely come (at least initially) from the same 1.8-liter four and 3.5-liter V6 that power Lotus' sports cars, but driving all four wheels. A hybrid system could follow, and the finished product is likely to adopt a nameplate starting with the letter E – in the grand tradition of the Elise, Exige, Evora, Esprit, Europa, Elan, et al. According to Gales, "Our car will drive beautifully. It will be supple and comfortable but the emphasis will be on handling. It will be the lightest and fastest of its class on the track." This would be the first crossover Lotus would design, engineer and actually bring to market, but not, strictly speaking, the first time it has toyed with the idea. There was the APX concept (pictured here) it showcased in 2006 and the T5 that Proton essentially licensed Chinese automaker Youngman to build with Lotus' name on it. But the former was never put into production and the latter wasn't a proper Lotus. The design is currently being worked out before a prototype can be put together so that the joint venture can get the manufacturing license it needs from the Chinese government. So we're likely looking at another year or two before we see something solid. "Let's get the design right, then make a prototype," said Gales. "Let's make it beautiful and very light.