That is a pretty broad statement to make based on very little information. Lotus brings in far more money (and profit) on it's engineering consultancy business than it has ever made making race or road cars. In fact, it's the contract engineering side of the company that the previous owners were most interested in. Most sports cars from major manufacturers have benefitted from suspension and chassis tuning by Lotus and some have even had engine tuning done by Lotus. Mike [snip] But if you own a car made by another mfg who contracted work to Lotus, be wary of what they designed. -Robert vin 6585 "X"