Finally can stop looking for an S1! Result!!!! :o)

[jj]

If I were in the market for a sub 10k Elise I would be battering a path to this dudes door

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1258401.htm

[Corranga]

Well I think all this just shows that I sould stick to the colours I like!

I totally agree. As I said, I think silver looks bad. Guess what colour my car is That said once you're in it, you won't care, and I do like the way the silver highlights the curves in the sun, and matches well with the bare alloy interior...

If I were in the market for a sub 10k Elise I would be battering a path to this dudes door

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1258401.htm

Funny looking S1 :p

[Sanjøy]

If I were in the market for a sub 10k Elise I would be battering a path to this dudes door

http://www.pistonheads.com/sales/1258401.htm

I think you might have ruined a few ppls days with that!

[Ferg]

Thanks for the S2 link, wow it just shows what you can get eh. I have to say though that my heart is set on an S1. I feel more of the lotus spirit when I look at an S1 that I remember growing up with Lotus'. It's not completely out the question, but not my prefered path.

I really like the silver on the S1 too. I was hoping to have a look at the silver 111S that was for sale in Leeds but it had gone.

Just about to phone the grey one....gulp.

[tut]

Yep, do not get sidetracked by pretenders to the throne.

tut

[jj]

Looking backwards I think that mega basic, 120bhp S2 I had was probably the best allrounder. I just didnt realise how good it was at the time.

[jen]

Burnt Orange. Drool.......

If you needed anything resprayed, our painter is very highly recommended.

Pics are on the S1 Engine Conversion thread in technical.

Good luck on your search!

Jen

[Ferg]

Hi Jen, Those pics are amazing, what a great car.....

[jen]

Thanks!! Although Im only really getting to look at the photos of it just now as Alan is constantly out driving it!! He loves it to pieces!! I reckon more than me!!! Mind you, it won't complain about the amount of money we've spent on fuel!!

[Ferg]

ok update:

The grey S1 (black wheels etc) was a little too expensive for me. The owner was very nice and discussed options but he would only bend a little on price. The car looked genuine, and it had all the covers and roofs and all sorts but I think I'm going to have to start Lotus ownership at a slightly lower price point. I can always add the wheels and shocks etc later as time progresses. It would have been due it's C service within the year and I had to consider this as part of the funds I had available. I've left an open offer with him...nothing more to do.

the search continues...

[campbell]

Every example you look at improves your knowledge and negotiating power. Stick with it

[Ferg]

Sold the bike today so I'm now fully liquidated ready for Elise buying. Gutted to see it go, such a great bike but keeping my eye on the prize!

[Gourlay83]

Take your time and get the right one Ferg. Best of Luck

Alan

[s29ttc]

Biggest hint is take your time and don't dive in The right one will come along just wait for it and keep your eye on all areas

[Andy G]

Ferg has now driven one Expect the hunt to be intensified