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Old 06-15-2007, 02:08 PM
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Talking SLK 55 AMG vs Lotus Exige/Elise:Track day

As promised, I am sharing my videos at Pacific Raceway track (Seattle).
This footage is recorded from the yellow Lotus Exige with a very fast driver.
My SLK 55 AMG has the OEM wheels with Michelin Pilot Cup tires. Tons of fun ,although the early rain was a little tricky with my tires.
Enjoy,
Dan

Warm-up lap:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ORjQ0cBBllU

Lotus Exige vs SLK 55:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=W9DgggarMyo

SLK 55 vs Lotus Exige/Elise:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IdYs1zpIhFM
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You were racing with the top down? lol

I also saw an Atom in the last video. He was driving awfully slow though, what was the story there?
Old 06-15-2007, 02:49 PM
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top down

While I'm sure its not as aerodynamic with the top down ... the weight distribution F/R is much better with it down.
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Originally Posted by bfnnrgn
You were racing with the top down? lol

I also saw an Atom in the last video. He was driving awfully slow though, what was the story there?
I wouldn't call it racing,because is just a lapping day . With the top down is just easier when you have your helmet on. On the track there are different drivers, with different driving styles. We are all trying to be as safe as possible and drive well within our limits.
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