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Hi, thanks for letting me join, I’m 63, been a lifelong motorcyclist, always liked the Lotus brand, thinking about a classic Elan to replace the bikes, here on a steep learning curve!
Chris.
Chris.
- ChrisH
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- Joined: 07 Nov 2023
- Location: Midlands
Welcome Chris,
'Bikes' is pleural. Shouldn't you keep one? The most reliable with best ergonomics for our older frames!
As for Elans. They are incredibly rewarding. Personally I'd spend a bit more and get one that's been done fully and properly.
The cost of a good restoration is more than the value of these cars.
Down to Elan or +2.
If the former, DHC or FHC, then pick the profile you like the best. There's really not a great deal of modern day practical performance difference between standard cars. We all have our favourites.
'Bikes' is pleural. Shouldn't you keep one? The most reliable with best ergonomics for our older frames!
As for Elans. They are incredibly rewarding. Personally I'd spend a bit more and get one that's been done fully and properly.
The cost of a good restoration is more than the value of these cars.
Down to Elan or +2.
If the former, DHC or FHC, then pick the profile you like the best. There's really not a great deal of modern day practical performance difference between standard cars. We all have our favourites.
Graeme
S4 SE
S2 GTS
Caterham 420R
Sold - Peterson JPS Exige
S4 SE
S2 GTS
Caterham 420R
Sold - Peterson JPS Exige
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661 - Coveted Fifth Gear
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- Joined: 29 Mar 2012
- Location: East Sussex
Agreed, and, my .02 digital-currencies is that the +2 is ideal for touring because of the front 1/4 windows, and (though you can change the Élan’s) rear toe in keeps the +2 easier to control and feels more stable.
Born, and brought home from the hospital (no seat belt (wtf)) in a baby!
Find out where the limits are, and start from there
Love your Mother
Earth
Find out where the limits are, and start from there
Love your Mother
Earth
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h20hamelan - Coveted Fifth Gear
- Posts: 1972
- Joined: 25 Sep 2010
- Location: RACECAR spelled backward, is——RACECAR! Kayak, Kayak. The Faster You Drive...The Slower You Age
Welcome Chris
I am a +2 fan better appointments and comfort/noise
Good luck John
I am a +2 fan better appointments and comfort/noise
Good luck John
John
+2s130 1971
+2s130 1971
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Hawksfield - Fourth Gear
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- Joined: 14 Jul 2004
- Location: Hartlepool Teesside
Welcome Chris!
1970 Elan Plus 2 (not S) 50/2036
2012 BMW R1200GS
"It just wouldn't be a complete day if I didn't forget something!" -Me
2012 BMW R1200GS
"It just wouldn't be a complete day if I didn't forget something!" -Me
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The Veg - Coveted Fifth Gear
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- Location: Atlanta 'burbs (southeast USA)
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