Recent content by Simon_P

Hi, Can the Recaro seats from the Trophy/182 be fitted to a V6 once you have bought the car. 1 dealer says they can another is saying only if you order them before delivery. We have the car already. cheers Simon.

Went into my local dealer yesterday to pick up a new oil filter and they have a demo and one in the showroom for sale. Its the first time I have seen one and to be honest it looks so much better in the flesh than pictures, even Lees freshly waxed one! I still think the wheels look a little...

Missed getting a willy 1 back in 93 but the dealers one (owned by the principal was getting bid over list) However from the same dealer got 7% discount on my brand new willy 3 back in 95. Then sold it 2 years later 20k on the clock for £14,500 had over 10 calls for it as well, first bloke who...

Guys - Where can I find the threads with the details of the oil leaks once the plastic engine cover is removed. The leak is in pools around the bolts....I have tried to search but can not find the thread I am looking for. I also seem to have the patchy paint work. cheers Simon.

Thanks for the above guys! Will try this at the weekend. cheers Simon.

Guys, I am having a few problems with the signal. I have just purchased the cable for the UV screens, has anyone got one and where do you find is the best place to fit it inside the car? Cheers Simon.

No I am not.....honestly...well maybe a little:oops:. However if you read one of my posts up above you will see that I did think about buying a VXR220 with ohlins but just couldnt justify the extra expense. If I was a virgin to these cars that is where my cash would go though. cheers Simon.

Hey Ad172 - no problem:D I just dont like it when someone wants an honest/owner opinion and people get things wrong. You are correct about getting a younger better VX than Elise but then you need to look at depreciation and I hate to say it the badge. The ABS is dangerous and I for one would...

Lotus developed the VX and then used the information to develop the Elise S2. Not quite true All VX are built in the Lotus Factory and there is a rumour that for every VX that breaks down GM(Vauxhall) fine Lotus. Therefore Lotus are spending more time building the VX to a higher standard...

Hard decision dude!

ad172 - I hope non of your rant post was aimed at me as its not very constructive and you have missed the point. You are wrong with most of your post anyway. Servicing is not cheaper for the VX. If you use an independent (I wouldnt trust those monkeys at Vauxhall to service my car) to...

George - That is not a bad price at all but as the milage wears on the squeaks crashes and bangs get louder. The Na Vx engine is good but how has it been looked after? Is it heading for a major service i.e. cam belt? Check the front clam for stone damage; I would imagine with that mileage...

Forget ALL TVRs apart from the Griff 500 and the most up to date ones. You will be off the road more than on it and left with no notes in your pocket. I know several owners and not 1 has had a good car. They look/sound fantastic and go like rockets in a straight line but thats it. Just read...

Mk1 Exige I hope :cool:

I apologise sn00p I was a little harsh. :oops: Defo slap your mate about though as only after market seats are carbon fibre (thats where I was referring to bollox) Do you really think Lotus would supply those as standard, LOL!!!!!!!!!!! cheers Simon.