Lotus Elise Sports Tourer 2d (2002/52) Owner Review
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Economy
Value
Not the greatest value, but different.
Costs
Depreciates a bit for 1st few years, servicing also expensive.
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On the road
Driving
Superb once brakes bedded in properly.
Performance
Excellent - very usable.
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Living with it
Reliability
Not broken down but 2 faulty hoods, wing mirrors came off, locks stuck - definitely handbuilt.
Image
Gets looks - not sure if it'll date as well as S1.
Comfort
Driving position great, ride just about bearable (fine at speed).
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Security and Service
Security
Fine for this type of car.
Service
Same faults as cars 2 years older have had-not good enough for the prices charged.
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Problems and Ownership
Problems
Engine
Occasional stalling, otherwise fine.
Other
Misaligned steering.
Ownership
Did you buy the car new?
New
Would you buy the same model again?
No
Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?
No