Lotus’s Legendary Gavan Kershaw THRASHES My Elise 240 Final Edition on Track Vs Series 1!

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  • Lotus’s Legendary Gavan Kershaw THRASHES My Elise 240 Final Edition on Track Vs Series 1! | TheCarGuys.tv
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    This week, as part of an epic Elise 240 Final Edition road trip, Damian returns his new car to the Lotus factory for a service and some unexpected fun.
    Yes that’s right, Lotus rolls out the red carpet for the CarGuys, as its legendary handling expert, Gavan Kershaw, takes us out onto the Hethel test track first in a Series 1 Elise, and then the 240 Final Edition. And you’re coming too!
    For any Lotus fan this must surely be dreamland stuff, as the man responsible for some of the best handling Lotus’s in its history, gives TheCarGuys a lesson in car control and compares the first and last Elise’s back to back.
    Will this finally make Damian love his Elise? What secrets about the car does Gavan reveal? How does it feel to slide a Series 1 and a Final Edition in the same morning? Just what makes the Lotus Elise so special? All these questions and more will be answered in this week’s episode.
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    This episode is dedicated to Hazel Chapman, who sadly died just as it was being completed, aged 94. It is not an understatement to say that without Hazel, Lotus may never have been founded. We all owe her a great deal.
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  • @michaelteret4763
    @michaelteret4763 2 роки тому +26

    I love how Gavan immediately paid respects to his teachers - pure class, that! And his smile as he drives, just wonderful. Lotus is my dream car.

    • @TheCarGuysTV
      @TheCarGuysTV  2 роки тому +1

      Class all the way - and what teachers too

  • @dangriffiths9813
    @dangriffiths9813 2 роки тому +56

    Looks like Lotus more than made up for the disappointing collection day. Well done Lotus for putting it right and realising that good PR with decent UA-camrs goes a long way. The future is looking good for them.

    • @TheCarGuysTV
      @TheCarGuysTV  2 роки тому +7

      My thoughts exactly

    • @AtypicalDriver
      @AtypicalDriver 2 роки тому +1

      @@TheCarGuysTV Wait what happened with collection day? BTW your definition of "thrashed" and mine are clearly different, unless he was way more aggressive off-camera!

    • @lindo1234567890
      @lindo1234567890 2 роки тому +1

      @@AtypicalDriver My thoughts exactly. That was a few parade laps! Gavin is an awesome driver so I was hoping for something a little faster.

    • @Matt-ze8ju
      @Matt-ze8ju 2 роки тому +1

      Yes, they’ve put something right for someone with a wide public reach for their own PR. The rest of us who bought poor quality, badly made cars Lotus don’t give a stuff about. They have no concept of providing service of any kind and really need to start to realise they need to provide the complete package.

  • @AdamLeask
    @AdamLeask 2 роки тому +7

    Once in a lifetime moment, so very jealous! Looks like it was an epic day and Gavan was such a genuine and knowledgeable bloke.

    • @TheCarGuysTV
      @TheCarGuysTV  2 роки тому

      Such a great day and very unexpected.

  • @panoply1886
    @panoply1886 2 роки тому +7

    The semi rant about the buying experience paid off then 😁

    • @dan3092
      @dan3092 2 роки тому +1

      semi ? lol

    • @pw191164
      @pw191164 2 роки тому +2

      It looked rather cosy with Gavin in your final edition..hope your visit to Lotus installs a little bit of love in your new Lotus.

  • @Peter-Oxley-Modelling-Lab
    @Peter-Oxley-Modelling-Lab 2 роки тому +4

    Fantastic that Lotus have corrected the poor dealer & new car experience you had Damian, with a great day for you! And such a well timed and a nice tribute to Hazel Chapman, the unsung hero behind the Lotus legend (RIP). 👍🏻

  • @kevinw62
    @kevinw62 2 роки тому +9

    Great video Damian. I thoroughly enjoyed that. The opening shots were lovely, along with some really nice on -track shots, especially when you were driving. The dedication to Hazel Chapman was very appropriate and a lovely touch.

  • @DrPittenstein
    @DrPittenstein 2 роки тому +8

    Fantastic stuff. I'd have liked it twice if I could! Very little content out there on the Elise 240 FE sadly so thank you for this.

    • @TheCarGuysTV
      @TheCarGuysTV  2 роки тому +1

      Glad you enjoyed it! A 650-mile road trip coming in the next couple of weeks.

  • @Chrissy-H
    @Chrissy-H 2 роки тому +9

    That S1 is beautiful. Maybe its my age (I'm 35) but I find myself more and more drawn to the original Elise and it's low power engine which means you might actually be able to drive it properly flat out on some roads. I've had an S2 Exige cup 240, and now have an S1 racing car which isn't road legal. But there's something about an original 118hp car which would be perfect for a weekend or evening hoon.

  • @johnmandragon4830
    @johnmandragon4830 2 роки тому +3

    Fair play to Lotus for reaching out to you. You want to feel such a purchase is a special thing, it helps you bond and appreciate the car more.

  • @5thgearouttahere
    @5thgearouttahere 2 роки тому +1

    Diabolical thumbnail Damian! 😆
    Really pleased for your day out, doing exactly the same is a true dream of mine. Thank you for sharing mate 👏🏼

  • @cowanscott9047
    @cowanscott9047 2 роки тому +8

    Fantastic piece!! Great to get Gavin's insight into some of the defining styling cues of the Elise. Took me right back to 7 years of blissful Mk1 Elise ownership... Really tempted to get one again! Glad to finally see you enjoying the final edition!

    • @TheCarGuysTV
      @TheCarGuysTV  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks, Cowan - it has certainly made me feel more warmth for the car.

  • @robbiehutchin679
    @robbiehutchin679 2 роки тому +4

    Fantastic. Such a special and underrated brand.

  • @percarlson927
    @percarlson927 2 місяці тому +1

    I "envy" 🙂 your experience driving on the Lotus test track in your own Lotus Elice 240, good for you for doing that.

  • @marknewman2358
    @marknewman2358 2 роки тому +5

    As one car guy to another I love how real and pure you are. It’s a true pleasure to follow your channel. Best wishes for a Merry Christmas and a happy and healthy New Year.

    • @TheCarGuysTV
      @TheCarGuysTV  2 роки тому

      Thank you for those kind words, Mark - glad you enjoyed it.

  • @AtypicalDriver
    @AtypicalDriver 2 роки тому +1

    I'm always impressed how in the UK folks are like "helmets? nahhhh." In the US you can barely even walk through the paddock without a helmet.

  • @phil4605
    @phil4605 2 роки тому +5

    Enjoyed this one as good mix of content from legendary brand and guest. Natural delivery and styles and no annoying backing track. Keep them coming pls!

  • @barfmeister8509
    @barfmeister8509 2 роки тому +2

    Payback for the underwhelming new car buying experience you’ve encountered. Well done lotus for righting a sort of wrong 🇬🇧👍😎

  • @alk3419
    @alk3419 2 роки тому +1

    Jeezus I just had a Pavlovian aneurysm to that opening music... sounds identical to the hold music from my (Canadian) airline, which I've listened to for approximately 7 hours.

  • @seancain7305
    @seancain7305 2 роки тому +1

    YES!!!! So please that Lotus Cars searched you out & that happened. The fact that Gavan, the main-man was on hand really means something. Thanks for the film, one of your best & came over really heart-felt. Gotta be a keeper now surely ?

    • @TheCarGuysTV
      @TheCarGuysTV  2 роки тому

      Cheers, Sean - it was an incredible and unexpected day. Full credit to Lotus for pushing for this. If it was left up to me, I probably would have continued to sulk.

    • @seancain7305
      @seancain7305 2 роки тому

      @@TheCarGuysTV Haha

  • @andrewhurstcars
    @andrewhurstcars 2 роки тому +5

    Smart of Lotus to do that for you after your buying/ordering experience.

  • @creditcare5208
    @creditcare5208 2 роки тому +1

    One of my favorite episodes. Great to see Lotus reach out and great to see you beaming the whole time. This kind of response gives me a lot of faith in Lotus moving forward. I have ordered an Emira which will be my Lotus as I move over from Porsche. Cheers, from Canada and Merry Christmas!!

  • @johnrb9397
    @johnrb9397 2 роки тому +4

    Lovely stuff Damien. Hope this demonstrates that you should keep at it. This channel is worth the effort!

  • @HawkMillFarm
    @HawkMillFarm 2 роки тому +2

    Perfect demonstration of why I've never had a Lotus, I wouldn't fit in one! Fabulous to be able to drive your car on the factory track, good to be able to push a lower hp car to near the max, not possible with so much of the high hp (or kw) stuff, loved it.

  • @acskls
    @acskls 2 роки тому +1

    Fabulous video. Great to see you out on a track in your car so you can experience its full potential. Looks like great fun 👍. Keep up the good work. Andy.

  • @NELLY9000
    @NELLY9000 2 роки тому +1

    Brilliant video Damien. Lotus really pulled it out the bag turning a negative into a positive and given you an experience to remember. Gavan in you car on the Lotus track- I'd still be pinching myself. A real high point for the channel too.

  • @ferrellmontgomery4703
    @ferrellmontgomery4703 2 роки тому +3

    Once again, you've managed to outdo yourself with top drawer content! Loved this one!

  • @johns14a
    @johns14a 2 роки тому +4

    Excellent video. What a great start to the weekend 😎

  • @colinhutcheson1365
    @colinhutcheson1365 2 роки тому +1

    I have just passed my 40th anniversary of Lotus ownership, people either Love them or hate them or grow to love them. Pleased to hear the new owners are interested in the heritage. Great video by the way.

    • @TheCarGuysTV
      @TheCarGuysTV  2 роки тому

      Cheers, Colin - that’s impressive

  • @damienpearson8369
    @damienpearson8369 2 роки тому +1

    Great episode Damian! Looking forward to more Elise content! Think I've watched this about 7 times already. Can't take my eyes off the green!

  • @user-gi4uz5rc6u
    @user-gi4uz5rc6u 2 роки тому +1

    Absolutely awesome!

  • @jonathanknight8251
    @jonathanknight8251 2 роки тому +2

    I’m really glad to see the dark cloud has lifted and you’ll be able to focus on the car without prejudice from now on. I’m chomping at the bit for my 240FE to arrive, all the more so after coming along for the ride today. Thanks, and have a very Merry Christmas.

    • @TheCarGuysTV
      @TheCarGuysTV  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks Jonathan, it has certainly changed my view of this car. Look out for a 650-mile-road trip in the next couple of weeks.

    • @jonathanknight8251
      @jonathanknight8251 2 роки тому

      @@TheCarGuysTV I’m looking forward to it!

  • @simonhughes7382
    @simonhughes7382 2 роки тому +1

    As an unashamed die hard lotus fan, this is one of your best vids! Loved my trip to hethel in my old Evora S- the new set up looks ultra smart. And to drive those two back to back as well! Love it.

  • @911aircooled5
    @911aircooled5 2 роки тому +2

    Great job, glad that Lotus came to the party and finally made you feel special in your car.
    Would have been good if Jason joined you for a couple of hot laps.

    • @TheCarGuysTV
      @TheCarGuysTV  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks, 911. Yes it would have been good, but sadly Jason was ill that day.

  • @yukiotakata
    @yukiotakata 2 роки тому +2

    AMAZING episode,Gavan became a legend to me when he went to TG and told Jeremy HOW to drive the Gen 2 Elise,since he was complaining the car didn't drove aswell as the first Gen , also dude seems to be a genuine Gentleman.
    Now for my weird comment ,if you shave Damians head bald... he becomes Gavan 2.0...

    • @graemewilson1400
      @graemewilson1400 2 роки тому

      😆😅😅🤣 very close.

    • @TheCarGuysTV
      @TheCarGuysTV  2 роки тому

      Which you could say about all 40-something British men, sadly

  • @petedavis4097
    @petedavis4097 2 роки тому +1

    One of your best, Thanks

  • @legaltechinnovations1594
    @legaltechinnovations1594 2 роки тому +1

    Thanks for being us along for the experience 👍🏻

  • @paulypoos1
    @paulypoos1 2 роки тому +1

    Great vid mate. Nice to have Gavan with you showing you way etc. I enjoyed this one.

  • @UnleashElise
    @UnleashElise 2 роки тому +1

    What a great side by side homage! Damn this new Elise looks great and drives superb too. I just can't get over the idea though that a sports car must have a cup holder nowadays. So I rather stick to my S1 - Among few other things that wants me to remain a true purist. Thanks so much for the video. I really enjoyed watching it.

  • @englishjames007
    @englishjames007 2 роки тому +1

    Great video and insight, as always. 👍

  • @markplayford5836
    @markplayford5836 2 роки тому +1

    Very fond memories flooding back of trying to keep up with a stock series 1 Elise in a Caterfield Indy and just never been able to get close enough at Cadwell Park. A straight out of the box racing car, you don’t get many of them anymore! Wonderful stuff Damian. 😁

  • @wazzimachine4544
    @wazzimachine4544 2 роки тому +1

    What an amazing experience! Thank you so much for sharing!

  • @ozeskiman
    @ozeskiman 2 роки тому +1

    Great episode.. what a opportunity to get to drive the two back to back where they were created. Such an iconic car, the original so simple but ahead of its time. You chose a the perfect colour for yours..I see you're even wearing a Kermit, or is it a Hulk, to put you in the mood. Well done Lotus for coming good and giving you and us this opportunity.

    • @TheCarGuysTV
      @TheCarGuysTV  2 роки тому

      Thanks, Tony - yes, well done Lotus.

  • @cinqiwc
    @cinqiwc 2 роки тому +1

    Wow, this is really awesome! I’m so happy for you to have experienced this 👍👍👍

  • @marcdelaunay1
    @marcdelaunay1 2 роки тому +1

    The chuckle brothers drive the Elise! What a fab video! Thank you sir!

  • @93455Driver
    @93455Driver 2 роки тому

    Listened to Gavin talk on the Smoking Tire podcast, very honest, open, and interesting chat. Hope the Elmira and the new EVs allow Lotus to return to the US market in a way that they can be a true alternative to Porsche.

  • @jon8687
    @jon8687 2 роки тому +1

    Totally enjoyable thanks for sharing

  • @sethbranam9068
    @sethbranam9068 2 роки тому +1

    Well done Lotus! Well done indeed. So glad you stepped up for a customer. Great video sir. Congratulations.

  • @sickjohnson
    @sickjohnson 2 роки тому +1

    Just absolutely wicked cool of Gavan Kershaw and Lotus!

  • @barrydixon3692
    @barrydixon3692 2 роки тому +1

    Delighted for you Damien, dreams do come true. Hats off to LOTUS too, an awesome brand taking care of its customers as only it knows how (admittedly a lille late) dealers should learn a lot from this. Great video, looking forward to the road trip 😎

    • @TheCarGuysTV
      @TheCarGuysTV  2 роки тому

      Agree with all of that, Barry. Well done, Lotus.

  • @richspjones
    @richspjones 2 роки тому +1

    Bloody brilliant

  • @mattylf1
    @mattylf1 2 роки тому +3

    Looks like an amazing experience to go out on the Lotus test track. Makes me want another Lotus now. Would be great if Lots were to open a visitor centre with previous road and F1 cars. Perhaps that is something that could happen with the new investment.

    • @TheCarGuysTV
      @TheCarGuysTV  2 роки тому

      That would be cool and may well be on the cards - sounds like lots of cool things happening at Hethel

  • @anthonywebb4068
    @anthonywebb4068 2 роки тому +1

    Absolutely one of your best videos.

  • @timhayward6833
    @timhayward6833 2 роки тому +1

    Great video thanks and your Elise looking fantastic beside the S1, that green is really growing on me. I’m thinking next summer a Highland drive in the Elise and the Yaris to compare them. Good on ya!

  • @MKSportscarsofficial
    @MKSportscarsofficial 2 роки тому +1

    That’s awesome… you did really well to organise that, well done 👍🏻

  • @georgekannavas6301
    @georgekannavas6301 11 місяців тому +1

    Nice video, thanks

  • @amphilbey
    @amphilbey 2 роки тому +1

    Fab video and enjoy the final edition, would love one to use and hand down to the children and grandchildren one day. If anyone has not been, can recommend the Lotus License at Hethel, fantastic track experience and coaching on the circuit. The demo laps from Martin Donnelly will live long in the memory. Happy Christmas.

  • @CarDaddy24
    @CarDaddy24 2 роки тому +1

    Awesome video/content, love to see you bonding with your new Elise! Will you add an Emira to the garage?

  • @rallymouse1
    @rallymouse1 2 роки тому +1

    Great great great video. It is amazing to see two of them in Hethel and driving them on test track. Special thanks Lotus and Gavan. It is shame to see one of greatest era is finishing Lotus history. But new range will be a great next episode. I am hoping to owning one of these one day.

    • @TheCarGuysTV
      @TheCarGuysTV  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks for watching and glad you enjoyed it.

  • @PADABOUM
    @PADABOUM 2 роки тому +1

    Very enjoyable. Made me miss my Elise S1. I recommend going there to any lotus owner if you can.

  • @IanRMcAllister
    @IanRMcAllister 2 роки тому +1

    Great episode - Thank You Lotus and Damian!

  • @NewtonInDaHouseYo
    @NewtonInDaHouseYo 2 роки тому +1

    Amazing content, thanks Damian!

  • @jazwal1981
    @jazwal1981 2 роки тому +2

    What a Friday evening treat. 😁👍

  • @richardcarter1000
    @richardcarter1000 2 роки тому +1

    Great vid. I went out in a S1 on the track with Gav in the 90s when I bought one. Brilliant. We were all a bit lighter then.

  • @JURASSICDIVERUK
    @JURASSICDIVERUK 2 роки тому +1

    Well done Lotus and congratulations on what is a stunning car! 😍

  • @alistairbell6728
    @alistairbell6728 2 роки тому +1

    Absolutely loved it. :) Nice one. :)

  • @torstenreil404
    @torstenreil404 2 роки тому +2

    A true gentleman

  • @robertmorgan8581
    @robertmorgan8581 2 роки тому +1

    Great episode, Lotus have so much fantastic heritage, just one thing…..get the bloody roof off!!!!

  • @martynrobertson8528
    @martynrobertson8528 2 роки тому +1

    😃🥚Uncle Fester and his brother. I loved this piece👏👏👏

  • @martinboulden3540
    @martinboulden3540 2 роки тому +2

    A fabulous video - Good work Damian . . . . . . . .

    • @TheCarGuysTV
      @TheCarGuysTV  2 роки тому

      Many thanks, my friend

    • @martinboulden3540
      @martinboulden3540 2 роки тому +1

      @@TheCarGuysTV That Gavin looked a little “starstruck” meeting a global UA-camr !!! Ha ha

    • @TheCarGuysTV
      @TheCarGuysTV  2 роки тому +1

      @@martinboulden3540 Who can blame him?

  • @martingetliffe
    @martingetliffe 2 роки тому +1

    Never Raced Or Rallied. Ha ha. Again another top notch quality video. Loving the drone shots. I’m glad Lotus has given you the Respect You deserve Buddy & realised their Faux Pas.
    It looks like you had a blast. I’m pleased for you because your new car reveal video, I could see you were genuinely upset, written all over your face. I’ve watched you long enough now to gauge certain genuine emotions. You wear your heart on your sleeve, a bit like Me and there’s nothing wrong with that……….
    On another matter I’ll be upset if the Mrs hasn’t bought me some of your, ‘MERCH’ for Christmas……..if she hasn’t, will you be having a sale after Boxing Day? 😃 Proper Yorkshire here…ha ha.

    • @TheCarGuysTV
      @TheCarGuysTV  2 роки тому

      Thanks, Martin. I have to admit I was very down about my Lotus, but this has certainly changed my mind and given me the warm feeling that I hoped I would get on delivery day. Big thanks to Scott and Rob at Lotus for making this day happen.

  • @karlsumner5594
    @karlsumner5594 2 роки тому +3

    I quite fancy doing the Lotus Driver’s Academy sometime, that would be awesome. Maybe give it a try Damian?

    • @TheCarGuysTV
      @TheCarGuysTV  2 роки тому

      Maybe - I've learnt from the master.

  • @jon.steele
    @jon.steele 2 роки тому +2

    Nice one Lotus, setting the bench very high... Porsche will need sell you a GT car to trump this comeback lol

    • @TheCarGuysTV
      @TheCarGuysTV  2 роки тому +1

      I think Lotus is safe with winning best comeback.

    • @jon.steele
      @jon.steele 2 роки тому +1

      @@TheCarGuysTV with that experience I really agree 👍🏻

  • @christianpittard4989
    @christianpittard4989 2 роки тому +2

    Really enjoyed this video.
    Gavan was very insightful. What a gentleman. How about comparing your Elise vs other cars you own based purely on driving pleasure? Many thanks

  • @jafer4741
    @jafer4741 2 роки тому +4

    Gav is a legend!

  • @ckmurphy1
    @ckmurphy1 2 роки тому +1

    Fantastic idea loved it

  • @browners_28
    @browners_28 2 роки тому +1

    Well done, Lotus.

  • @drew699
    @drew699 2 роки тому +1

    Pleased Lotus pulled all the stops out. Hope it made up for the slightly dodgy start to ownership. You should do their track day drivers course- it would be fascinating to hear what you learned about car control etc & it would make a great YT episode too. Look forward to more Elise content. Cheers Damian.

  • @aeromotive2
    @aeromotive2 2 роки тому +1

    nice vid! great spec on your elise

  • @davidcollett1699
    @davidcollett1699 2 роки тому +1

    Great content. Well done damian.

  • @lukewaring2832
    @lukewaring2832 2 роки тому +1

    So you going to buy one of the new ones then 🤔
    Thanks for sharing 2021 with us
    Have a great Xmas stay safe.
    😎

  • @dylanh1978
    @dylanh1978 2 роки тому +1

    Excellent video

  • @byronmills5952
    @byronmills5952 2 роки тому +3

    What a terrific edition! 😀😀👍👍 Hopefully you'll be able to take Jason's Lotus Sunbeam for some sideways action around the Hethel in the near future too! 👌👌

    • @dickieb2233
      @dickieb2233 2 роки тому

      Well that would be good to see but Hethel don't open their doors for non Lotus cars...unless you are very well connected.

    • @byronmills5952
      @byronmills5952 2 роки тому +1

      @@dickieb2233 The Talbot Lotus Sunbeam was fully developed by Lotus at Hethel. The cars were assembled by Lotus themselves at a facility next door to the Hethel factory on Ludham Airfield. With its world Rally Championship winning status, Lotus running gear and development and assembly history it has every right to enter the gates of Hethel.

    • @dickieb2233
      @dickieb2233 2 роки тому +2

      Of course, that is right. Forgive me, I am tired and old. The clue was in the name; Lotus Sunbeam. Hope you find this reply refreshing. Admitting my mistake. Bryon, your knowledge of the car's history is most impressive. 👍

    • @byronmills5952
      @byronmills5952 2 роки тому +1

      @@dickieb2233Thanks i've always loved the Lotus Sunbeam - a happy childhood memory is going with my friend and his father to collect his brand new Embassy black and silver Series 2 example back in 1981.🙂👍

    • @dickieb2233
      @dickieb2233 2 роки тому +2

      @@byronmills5952 Great memories from our youth. By then I was already toying with the idea of using the 2.7ltr V6 from our Peugeot 604 STi in a smaller car. then along came the Vauxhall Chevette 2300HS. Similar concept to the Sunbeam but not as butch.

  • @lotsofcurveslover
    @lotsofcurveslover 2 роки тому +1

    What a great video.

  • @coryebeling535
    @coryebeling535 2 роки тому +1

    You two look quite similar. You may want to think about shaving your head and impersonating Gavan. This way you can try to sneak into the factory and borrowing some test cars for some exclusive content?

    • @TheCarGuysTV
      @TheCarGuysTV  2 роки тому

      All 40-something British blokes look similar, haven't you noticed? :)

  • @mbeurg
    @mbeurg 2 роки тому +1

    Great video, love Lotus (the british Ferrari).

  • @robertlloyd7493
    @robertlloyd7493 2 роки тому +2

    👍 merry Christmas all you petrol heads

  • @danofficial117
    @danofficial117 2 роки тому +1

    Looks a bit cramped in there 😂

  • @S2000Y
    @S2000Y 2 роки тому +1

    Just think, if lotus hadn't bodged your collection this may well have not taken place. My favourite bit - this car is never really straight, apart from the two straights. Genius 😂

  • @jonathantennantphotography2869
    @jonathantennantphotography2869 2 роки тому +1

    Always love your videos, but this was a bit special. I bought a '98 S1 new loved it but sadly sold it. I just bought an early S1 again after 7 Caterham 7's and I have to say the Elise S1 is special. Also first time I watch on a proper TV and great quality.

    • @TheCarGuysTV
      @TheCarGuysTV  2 роки тому +1

      Glad you enjoyed it! Thank you so much for your kind comments, Jonathan.

  • @peterkirton4580
    @peterkirton4580 2 роки тому +1

    When I bought the mark 1 Elise I originally was going to have one in that Green but ended up buying one in Mustard Yellow.

  • @leeandrews1072
    @leeandrews1072 2 роки тому +1

    Gavan is not a small man to fit in that Lotus, you look close enough to be on a date 😉

  • @davidhipkiss7464
    @davidhipkiss7464 2 роки тому +1

    Well done Damian.

  • @craigrobertson7938
    @craigrobertson7938 2 роки тому

    Well done lotus. S1 Elise incoming ? Did you get gavin to sign the sun visor etc ?

    • @TheCarGuysTV
      @TheCarGuysTV  2 роки тому

      It doesn’t have one 😂😂😂

  • @captain_context9991
    @captain_context9991 2 роки тому +3

    "Give it the beans" - To proceed briskly by applying some welly.

  • @richardmoore7381
    @richardmoore7381 4 місяці тому

    Gavan, is yours now for sale?

  • @flyinghedgehog3833
    @flyinghedgehog3833 2 роки тому

    Superb.Hope you dropped a deposit on the Emira First Edition?

  • @zakelwe
    @zakelwe 2 роки тому +1

    I do hope Lotus continue similar to Volvo rather than go the way of Saab. At least the owners are the same.

  • @arthurosborne2445
    @arthurosborne2445 2 роки тому +1

    Better complaints department then Porsche .

  • @jjjones4469
    @jjjones4469 2 роки тому +1

    They finally let you in the building then !!! This is why I would buy a lotus you want to be treated so special not just a dealership number what drives me mad whether it’s 10 k car or a 900k car to that person it’s a lot of money and so many dealers just like it’s nothing but yet the staff most of them couldn’t write a check for either yet they treat u like crap !!!
    Lotus needs to be on the ball with things like this and there dealers as this would make me buy one but other than that like egg customers they way they are treated and nothing is to much and gifts etc unreal how they treat you and that’s why I becoming a customer purely of how they treated my pals !!!
    Plus the cars are amazing

    • @TheCarGuysTV
      @TheCarGuysTV  2 роки тому

      Agree with that, Jj - I hope Emira customers are given a more positive experience than the one I had, but I accept that this may be down to a certain dealer, rather than Lotus itself. Hopefully, as a result of seeing how my experience can taint the buying experience, this is something that Lotus will focus on in the future.

  • @uthriangod8747
    @uthriangod8747 2 роки тому

    Looks like all your wailing about Lotus customer service got u somewhere - squeaky wheel gets the grease i guess.
    Good to see a vid about the car

    • @TheCarGuysTV
      @TheCarGuysTV  2 роки тому +1

      When you say "all your wailing" you mean the collection video, yes?
      Apparently, anyone can ask to have their cars serviced at the factory.