? Track use only? Ready to Track today? Air jacks? Aim SoloAt the
2006 Los Angeles International Auto Show, Lotus Cars USA, the
subsidiary of Lotus Cars in North America, unveiled the MY2007
Lotus Sport Exige Cup. The 252 bhp, supercharged and intercooled
sportscar is a completely out-of-the-box track car with a
specification designed to prepare the budding driver for the grid
at some of the finest and most challenging circuits in North
America. Weight has been kept to an ultra low 1800 pounds and the
phenomenal power to weight ratio has been further enhanced by
increasing the power output from 243 bhp to 252 bhp. Weight saving
(or adding lightness!) has been achieved through the effective use
of lightweight materials and through the eradication of all
non-essential components such roof trim, carpets, front mudflaps,
central locking and bulkhead trim. The Lotus Sport Exige Cup is one
of the quickest cars around a circuit. Key to this incredible
performance is the aerodynamic package, which produces over 90
pounds of downforce at 100 mph increasing grip and ultimately
safety at higher speeds. With a top speed of close to 160 mph and a
zero to 100 mph slingshot in just less than 9.8 seconds (the 60 mph
sprint takes just under 3.9 seconds), the MY2007 Lotus Sport Exige
Cup is the perfect partner to a serious track day
enthusiast.EngineThe supercharged and intercooled engine in the
Lotus Sport Exige Cup has a maximum power output of 252 hp at 8000
rpm and a torque figure of approximately 179 lb-ft, at 7000 rpm.
This vast amount of extra power and torque now available means that
the cam change between the low-speed cam and the high-speed cam is
variable to ensure that there is a smooth and linear surge of power
from low engine speeds all the way to the maximum 8000 rpm. The
Roots-type Eaton M62 supercharger (with a sealed-for-life internal
mechanism meaning that it does not require the use of the engine's
oil) is run from the crankshaft and has an integral bypass valve
for part load operation. Charge air (air under pressure from the
supercharger) is cooled through an air-to-air intercooler (the
cooling air enters via the roof scoop) before being fed into the
engine itself. All charge air ducting has been kept as short as
possible with large diameter pipes making sure that the bends in
these ducts are not too tight, to the benefit of throttle response
and efficiency. Four high capacity injectors add additional fuel
under hard acceleration or high speed driving.BrakesThe brake
system includes large diameter 308 mm 2-piece aluminum belled cross
drilled and ventilated front discs and 282 mm cross-drilled and
ventilated discs at the rear, upgraded Pagid RS14 sports brake pads
set into the brake calipers (AP Racing two piece radially mounted,
4 piston at the front and Brembo sliding at the rear), high grade
silicone brake fluid, stainless steel braided brake hoses all
linked to the proven Lotus track tuned servo-assisted four-channel
ABS system that enhances braking performance and minimizing
stopping distance without taking over from the skill of the
driver.SuspensionSuspension is provided by Ohlins springs and
two-way adjustable dampers (which have 22 compression and 60
rebound settings and ride height adjustable perches to reduce the
ride height from 130 mm to 120 mm) and an adjustable front
anti-sway bar (five settings). Full instructions and recommended
settings are provided to allow customers to tailor the handling
characteristics of the car to their own requirements.As the Lotus
Sport Exige Cup cars are modified for track use, a double shear
track control arm brace is provided to cope with the expected kerb
abuse during racing and hard track day driving.The Lotus Sport
Exige Cup cars have the safety equipment that is expected for a
track car with 6-point seat belt harness on the driver's side (with
an FIA approved Recaro / Lotus Sport seat) - there is no passenger
seat (however, this car has had one added). The full roll cage is
SCCA compliant and completing the additional safety equipment is a
mechanical ignition kill switch with cockpit and external
activation and a plumbed electrical fire suppression system, again
with cockpit and external activation. (source: Topspeed.com)At the
Motor Car Group, we're enthusiasts first. We want you to enjoy your
new car from the minute it's delivered and the trailer door drops.
Before a car leaves our shop, it's gone through comprehensively,
both visually and mechanically. We do more than just kick the
tires, though: We road test (if the weather permits us here in
Cleveland!) and polish it inside and out.We're proud of our
inventory and do our best in describing each example as accurately
as possible. As with all classic cars, it can be difficult to know
the true miles and history. Further, what one person sees is a gem,
another person might not. So before making an investment, we
encourage you to hire the services of a private inspector for a
third party opinion. After all, we want you to be happy with your
car for years to come!No matter where you'd like your car shipped
to, let us make the arrangements. We've shipped cars all over the
world. Delivering your new ride in an enclosed carrier is nothing
new for us. We'd be honored to arrange all the logistics for you!
Every car we sell, from Sunday drivers through the rarest exotics,
is meant to be driven-get out there!If you have any questions
before, during or after the sale, do not hesitate to contact us.
It's what we're here for! Call us at (440) 914-0000, write to us at
[email protected] or stop by and see the new shop at 6441
Davis Industrial Parkway, Solon OH 44139. We're 26 miles from
Cleveland Hopkins Airport and we can pick you up when you come to
inspect or purchase your car.We welcome any prospective buyers,
their buyer's agents or inspectors from Monday through Friday
during business hours, as well as evenings and weekends by
appointment. We're car people who love what we do, and you'll feel
it from the first time you contact us. Give the R&H crew the
opportunity to serve you: Our passion and attention to detail set
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