Elan vs MX5

Post by: **Donels** » Sat Dec 16, 2023 1:58 pm

For Elan lovers watch number 27 on YouTube where he compares the Elan with a Mk1 MX5. To say he is blown away by the Elan is a bit of an understatement!

Post by: **JonB** » Sat Dec 16, 2023 2:10 pm

Thanks for the heads up, I will check it out.

Have to say though, his whiny voice irritates me…

Post by: **saildrive2001** » Sat Dec 16, 2023 2:30 pm

I just got this post, can you give a link to the video?

Post by: **JonB** » Sat Dec 16, 2023 4:27 pm

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RfAfBaa-hJs&t=780s

Post by: **Donels** » Sat Dec 16, 2023 4:27 pm

Here you go.

https://youtube.com/watch?v=RfAfBaa-hJs ... EVG-sGxAd_

Post by: **webbslinger** » Mon Dec 18, 2023 11:25 pm

I've been hanging back, but I've got to comment. I drove my first Elan in '67 and I've had my current car for 34 years and I still feel as enthused as that guy every time I get behind the wheel. My voice may even go up an octave trying to explain the experience. I enjoyed the video thanks.

Post by: **saildrive2001** » Mon Dec 18, 2023 11:47 pm

Thanks for the link. I agree with webbslinger, I've had my car for 54 years & still get a smile on my face when I drive it. My friends that I take for a ride in it are surprised at the performance & the ride quality. Not a bad design that is over 60 years old.

Post by: **RichardS** » Tue Dec 19, 2023 8:10 am

After 41 years with my Sprint I still experience the same emotions described above whenever I go out for a drive!
Richard

Post by: **RichardS** » Tue Dec 19, 2023 8:12 am

And just reached 4th gear after 16 years on the forum. Slow but steady progress!
Richard

Post by: **richardcox_lotus** » Tue Dec 19, 2023 10:52 am

That’s why you should never sell them !

Post by: **Karter7** » Tue Dec 19, 2023 11:41 am

Well I’ve just turned 50. I’ve had my MX-5 for 25 years. It’s 30 years old and immaculate. I’ve just bought my first Elan without even driving it! All you long term owners talked me into it. I just love looking at it!
I’ll watch the video.

Post by: **khamai** » Tue Dec 19, 2023 4:21 pm

While this video is about the MX5 (Miata), an S2 Elan is featured and highlighted - https://youtu.be/pdKLZtS2QVY?si=o5QIU_RS3Ex8SBUh

Post by: **Sadbrewer** » Tue Dec 19, 2023 5:54 pm

Enjoyed the video...thanks.

Post by: **Quart Meg Miles** » Mon Dec 25, 2023 12:34 am

Karter7 wrote:Well I’ve just turned 50. I’ve had my MX-5 for 25 years. It’s 30 years old and immaculate. I’ve just bought my first Elan without even driving it! All you long term owners talked me into it. I just love looking at it!
I’ll watch the video.

Why are you watching videos and looking at your Elan in the middle of summer, get out there and drive it!

Post by: **woodcock** » Mon Dec 25, 2023 3:03 am

I got my first Elan in Feb of "66, have gone thru many Lotus since, now driving a Sprint. The Elan is still the lightest car to drive.

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