I've never driven one or even seen one in real life, so I can't profess to be an expert. But I heard it weighs 400 lbs less than a Miata, wow!
It looks like you can get a solid one for about the same price as a new ND with options. Pricey for a used car but pretty damn cool! I've been thinking about dream cars that aren't totally unattainable (no McLaren F1s or Carerra GTs). My other maybe attainable dream car would be a Ferrari 360 Modena, but obviously that's pretty different, heavy (probably) and powerful and more expensive.
I open up the floor to you guys, what are you saving up for or dreaming of getting one day? I know Miata is always the answer, but I'm curious what else folks like in here. RX7? original NSX? would be really cool I think..
My only reservation with the Elise is I'm not crazy about the bug eyed front end, but it looks like some years were a bit more chill from my Google image searching.
P.S. I shall give myself 5 lashings for heresy. I love all Miatas (well I'm not crazy about NC looks tbh), my favourite ever car was my NB BRG, RIP.
This is my first tune on here, an A800 Elise setup for fast cornering. Not a world beater meta car, but capable of top 1% times on some of the more twisty circuits. Its done well for me on tours and open racing for its ability to out-corner most other cars with its go-kart-like handling.
Share Code: 134 545 002
#Stats
- 229hp
- 161 ft-lb
- 1,346lb
- 0-60 3.822s
- 0-100 8.773s
- Top Speed: 148.0mph (maybe a tail-wind, realistically its like 144)
- Bola Ocho Circuit: 00:47.670 (top 1000)
- Chihuahua Circuit: 00:56.587 (top 1%)
#Upgrades
Conversion
- None
Aero
- Race Rear Wing
Tires
- Semi-Slick Race Compound
- 235mm Front
- 255mm Rear
- Rims: Stock
- Track Width: Wide (for style)
Drivetrain
- All Race Upgrades
Platform
- All Race Upgrades
Engine
- Race Camshaft
- Race Ignition
- Race Flywheel
#Tuning
Tires
- 28psi Front & Rear
Gearing
- Final - 4.48
- 1st - 4.14
- 2nd - 2.67
- 3rd - 1.82
- 4th - 1.33
- 5th - 1.00
- 6th - 0.80
Alignment
- Camber Front: -2.0
- Camber Rear: -1.5
- Toe Front: -0.1
- Toe Rear: -0.1 Caster: 5.0°
Antiroll Bars
- Front: 7.50
- Rear: 36.70
Springs
- Front: 387.9
- Rear: 507.1
- Ride Height: 5.3" F/R
Damping
- Rebound Front: 12.4
- Rebound Rear: 14.0
- Bump Front: 5.0
- Bump Rear: 6.1
Aero
- Rear: 125
Brake
- Defaults: 50%, 100%
Differential
- Acc: 65%
- Dec: 17%
Its biggest flaw right now is top speed and its not ideal for long straights and most sprints, which is fine since that wasnt the goal with this one. I feel I've squeezed out as much power as I can get without sacrificing handling and precision, but of course any feedback is appreciated.
Hi all, I’m in a bit of a dilemma. I’m looking for a 2 seater sports car as a second car and a bit of a toy. I’m currently torn between a 1.6 Elise and an F-Type. My heart wants the lotus but practicality is telling me to get the jag for the ease of use and not looking like an idiot at work (I’m 6”2’ so getting in and out has been difficult for me). Has anyone had both of these and could give a decent opinion on the practicalities of these as a semi-daily drive ?
Hi All,
Would love some feedback on the build. Not the best driver but got a 59:54 on Mexico with it.
Share code: 157 001 058
Build
Conversion:
Engine swap: 5.2L V10
Aero:
Front Splitter: FH5 Front Splitter
Tyres:
Compound: Rally
Front: 295
Rear: 365
Wheel: Any +17lb
Track width: Max Front and Rear
Drivetrain:
Sport tranny
Race driveline
Race diff
Engine:
Race intake
Race exhaust
Race ignition
Race engine block
Tune
Tyres
F: 27, R: 26
Gear
FD: 3.8 (adjust based on course)
Alignment
Camber: F -1.0, R -0.5
Toe: 0, 0
Front Caster: 5.5
ARB
F: 21.8, R: 38
Springs
F: 973.3, R: 1,161.9
Height: F: 2.6, R:2.9
Damping
Rebound: F: 10.0, R: 12.5
Bump: F: 7.0, R: 7.5
Aero
F: 420, R: 430
Diff
Acc: 70%, Dec: 25%
Does anyone know if there's a chart for 323 vs 233? Just curious.
(u/awaffle4life I summon you)
No clue if this is anywhere near meta, but it worked for me, and I wanted to share. Good luck!
Disclaimer: This car is, by any means, not easy to drive. Be careful out of slow turns, you will get wheelspin.
HMC currently standing at 01:04:997 on a semi-clean lap.
Sharecode: 167 646 393
THE BUILD:
Engine, drivetrain and aspiration: Stock
Front and rear aero: Forza installed
Tyre compound: Street
Front tyre width: 215
Rear tyre width: 255
Rims: 5Zigen GN+ (mandatory)
Rim size: Stock 15"
Track width front and rear max
Clutch: Stock (I use manual with clutch)
Transmission: Race
Driveline: Sport
Diff: Race (as usual)
Brakes: Race
Spings: Race
ARB front and rear: Race
Weight reduction: Race
Intake: Stock
Throttle body: Race
Fuel system: Stock
Cams: Race
Exhaust: Race
Ignition: Stock
Valves: Race
Displacement: Race
Pistons: Stock
Flywheel: Stock
Oil/Coolant: Race
THE TUNE:
Front tyre pressure: 1.75 bar
Rear tyre pressure: 1.82 bar (again "ish" because of the stupid interface)
Final drive: 4.22
1st: 2.40
2nd: 1.84
3rd: 1.45
4th: 1.17
5th: 0.97
6th: 0.86
Camber front: -1.3°
Camber rear: -0.6°
Toe front and rear: 0.0°
Caster: 5°
ARB front and rear: 16.00
Springs front: 475.4 N/mm
Springs rear: 625.7 N/mm
Ride height front and rear: 13.5
Rebound front: 8.3
Rebound rear: 11.6
Bump front: 5.0
Bump rear: 6.8
Aero front: 35 KGF
Aero rear: 65 KGF
Brake balance: 44% (since the weight distribution is disastrous, this actually gives you insanely short stopping distance)
Pressure: 100%
Diff: Acc and Dec 50%
Some of the suspension settings might look off on first look, but due to the weight balance of only 40% in the front, this actually balances the car quite well, which is especially important in the final corner of HMC.
I'm aware that there is room for improvement, but I think I'm on the right path.
Feedback would be very much welcome.
