Is the transmission the same as the other models like the exige? how good is the transmission? is it race made or just a everyday drive transmission? i asked because i am planning to get the base model. thank you in advance.
@Merts478 The Lotus Elise R (old model name 111R) and Exige and Exige S all share the same 6 speed Toyota transmission. It is the same transmission as found in a Toyota Celica connected to the same engine, Lotus just up the power of the engine with differnt air-box, exhaust and ECU. The transmission is grat up to around the 330hp mark where gears 4 and especally 3 are a weak point and can loose their teeth under high-torque situations.
@mabedfo CONTINUED... The Elise R and Exige models have 195 hp, the Exige S 220 hp and the later models have 240 and 260 hp so the standard transmission at these power levels are not a problem. My current Exige S (see my recent video I posted on it) wil be ugraded to 330hp soon and so im considering swapping the 3rd and 4th gear cogs for stronger ones. The base model (depending one what country you are from and the year) may have a 5 speed transmission which is a totally different transmission
@mabedfo and I've heard is actally a little stronger than the 6 speed transmission, BUT the base models engine is not very suitable for upgrading. If your buying a Elise and want to be able to supercharge it, make sure it has a 1.8 2ZZ engine otherwise you would be recommened to go for a engine swap. Cheers - Mabedfo
@mabedfo I see. It's still a beautiful car. Besides I don't like abusing my car. I don't race, but sometimes I want to go all out on the freeway here in California. I'm excited about this car.
Do you know the frenchman camerman and taking the p!ss or did you just notice the groaning, haha I took the p!ss out of him during the editing of this video and I picked it up :)
It looks like it handles & hugs the road like my beloved 1987 Bertone X1/9 which I had to sell 3 years ago:( since I couldn't find a mechanic to work on her anymore. Very sad day for me! But.. My eye has spotted a few Elise's here in Massachusetts and I'd love to test drive one..someday:)or maybe another Bertone;)
Good walkthrough. I'd advise you not to use the windscreen to get out of the 111R. It's not a structural component, my technique is to brace against the sills and lift holding on to the steering wheel.
Hi Oliver, although you most likely could be correct, the role cage component of a standard Elise I believe is made up of the windscreen structure and the rear roll hoop structure behind your head. With this in mind you would image the front windscreen component would be strong enough to support the weight of a pretty standard build 75Kg English guy getting in and out?
its a mid engine.... btw
TheSteveRibeiro 2 months ago
@TheSteveRibeiro Check the comment below, i said : I know I know mid engine, it was the 35 degree heat, warped my brain ;)
mabedfo 2 months ago
seriously, this video was hard to watch with that cameraman sounding like he's two shakes from a fit!
jmormando 7 months ago
is your cameraman okay. it sounds like he's having an asthma attack lol.
btw great video and great car! =]
ItsRyanStudios 1 year ago
@ItsRyanStudios He was just jerking off to the elise, that's all.
PandehPropaganda 11 months ago
Is the transmission the same as the other models like the exige? how good is the transmission? is it race made or just a everyday drive transmission? i asked because i am planning to get the base model. thank you in advance.
Merts478 1 year ago
@Merts478 The Lotus Elise R (old model name 111R) and Exige and Exige S all share the same 6 speed Toyota transmission. It is the same transmission as found in a Toyota Celica connected to the same engine, Lotus just up the power of the engine with differnt air-box, exhaust and ECU. The transmission is grat up to around the 330hp mark where gears 4 and especally 3 are a weak point and can loose their teeth under high-torque situations.
mabedfo 1 year ago
@mabedfo CONTINUED... The Elise R and Exige models have 195 hp, the Exige S 220 hp and the later models have 240 and 260 hp so the standard transmission at these power levels are not a problem. My current Exige S (see my recent video I posted on it) wil be ugraded to 330hp soon and so im considering swapping the 3rd and 4th gear cogs for stronger ones. The base model (depending one what country you are from and the year) may have a 5 speed transmission which is a totally different transmission
mabedfo 1 year ago
@mabedfo and I've heard is actally a little stronger than the 6 speed transmission, BUT the base models engine is not very suitable for upgrading. If your buying a Elise and want to be able to supercharge it, make sure it has a 1.8 2ZZ engine otherwise you would be recommened to go for a engine swap. Cheers - Mabedfo
mabedfo 1 year ago
@mabedfo I see. It's still a beautiful car. Besides I don't like abusing my car. I don't race, but sometimes I want to go all out on the freeway here in California. I'm excited about this car.
Merts478 1 year ago
He keep saying that Lotus Elise is a rear engine car? Is it true? I thought Lotus only build mig engine car?
chriskaicha 1 year ago
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Dkluyskens 2 years ago
If you look down the comments you'll note that the 30+ degree heat warped my brain :)
mabedfo 2 years ago
Don't forget the Part 2 to this video!
mabedfo 2 years ago
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loyalFX 2 years ago
Do you know the frenchman camerman and taking the p!ss or did you just notice the groaning, haha I took the p!ss out of him during the editing of this video and I picked it up :)
mabedfo 2 years ago
It looks like it handles & hugs the road like my beloved 1987 Bertone X1/9 which I had to sell 3 years ago:( since I couldn't find a mechanic to work on her anymore. Very sad day for me! But.. My eye has spotted a few Elise's here in Massachusetts and I'd love to test drive one..someday:)or maybe another Bertone;)
ciao614 3 years ago
does this car have like a socket to charge a phone at least?
mrrap4food 3 years ago
Yes! it has the socket between the two seats near to where your elbow normally is when sitting in the car.
mabedfo 3 years ago
Good walkthrough. I'd advise you not to use the windscreen to get out of the 111R. It's not a structural component, my technique is to brace against the sills and lift holding on to the steering wheel.
oliverjenks 3 years ago
Hi Oliver, although you most likely could be correct, the role cage component of a standard Elise I believe is made up of the windscreen structure and the rear roll hoop structure behind your head. With this in mind you would image the front windscreen component would be strong enough to support the weight of a pretty standard build 75Kg English guy getting in and out?
mabedfo 3 years ago
hey how much are usualy elise usualy
masterchiefjoe 2 years ago
awesome car man, the chicks must dig it, and people must turn their heads wherever you go.
SaiyanBloodline 3 years ago
That is one great review, you could take over from Richard Hammond from TG. well done mate.
SiddiquiAU 4 years ago
I like your car!
JustDav3 4 years ago
ew why did you get windows automatic...
gidawg23 4 years ago
They actally weigh less than the manual winders!! I have since found out from the Lotus experts.
mabedfo 4 years ago
rear engine?... lol!
boyScotland 4 years ago
I know I know mid engine, it was the 35 degree heat, warped my brain ;)
mabedfo 4 years ago
hehe... 35c!
Great video by the way!, it's the most detailed walkthrough of the Elise yet...
boyScotland 4 years ago
Er...mid engine
Cal289 4 years ago
A bit of spit and polish and we have our Clarkson for TG downunder. Have you applied?
Michael76 4 years ago
Jee's that was a hot day when we filmed that! hope everyone likes the video.
mabedfo 4 years ago