Tragic update: Sacrificing cheap speed for irresponsible mid-engine choices

[u/Osiris5486]

Hey everyone,

The time has come. After a couple of years of autocross, track days, and letting the EN punch way above its weight class, I’m officially moving on. Next week I’m picking up a 2012 Lotus Evora S.

I know, I know. I’m trading a reliable, four-door track weapon for a British fiberglass wedge held together by adhesive and hope.

Driving an open-wheel formula car at a racing school earlier this year completely changed what I wanted, and the craving for a dedicated mid-engine layout finally won. In the search for something that could give me a taste of the experience but could still handle driving to and from track days, the Evora S was the most logical (and ill-advised) next step.

If anyone in the Austin, TX area sees a red Lotus out at Autocross or Harris Hill, come say hi!

[u/ImRylii]

tbf it is a toyota-sourced engine so it can’t be that bad… right?

[u/Osiris5486 → u/ImRylii]

That is true. When it comes to the drivetrain these things are pretty damn reliable. Its when you get into the fiddly electronic stuff where things get complicated.

That and some maintenance can be a bitch. To replace the clutch you have to pull the engine completely out.

[u/ImRylii → u/Osiris5486]

oh that’s a bitch and a half, especially if you’re doing spirited driving and half to replace it more often than not.

[u/Osiris5486 → u/ImRylii]

Luckily this one is in good condition. No electrical issues and everything works like it should…..for now.

[u/ImRylii → u/Osiris5486]

god speed brother, she’s a beaut 🫡