Great forum! Have been doing lots of reading! Seems this is the best place to be if you own an Exige
So, I’m after an Exige S2 1.8s and in a position to buy one, almost immediately. I’ve seen 2 I like:
And
Budget is circa £35k. I want as new as possible with low miles, good spec and history and preferably one owner. Also prefer the facelift MY10 version with the different front clam and larger rear spoiler.
The above 2 I’m quite keen on, I do prefer the red one though as it just appeals to me more, yet the other is only on 5k miles and is a Type 72 special edition…!
I’m also a little confused about the Spec and Trim on offer…?! Anyone able to clarify?
Are they overpriced? I know I’m looking at top end priced ones. I’m hoping to keep for approx 2 years, then sell before mileage gets too high so under 25k miles on the red one really…
I’d really appreciate any help, opinions etc…Do you know of any others for sale that might be of interest to me?
The type 72 would be my choice every time. Limited edition with all the options should ensure good residuals.
Red one doesn’t have Sport pack which is likely to effect resale especially as not having the sports seats. Also has the basic Y alloys which are the least popular and heavy in comparison to the other wheel options.
Exiges look great in bright colours but I had lots of interest in my black one when I sold it last August.
So you both think the Type 72…! Okay, I do like it, never been a huge fan of the black & gold look but I’m sure it’ll look better in the flesh. What do you think would be a reasonable offer for it, as it’s right at the top end for asking prices…
Good to know black is a popular colour, I do like the shouty red one but yes I can work with black Good residuals is a high priority for me so can see the benefits with the Type 72 there.
So in terms of options, I can’t really find a definitive guide to what was available and I’m confused a bit! All I can find is this:
Oh and is there a bit of a buyers guide available for the Exige, what to look out for etc?
I’m thinking the Type 72 might’ve been tracked as the tow eye thing is protruding from the front bumper and it has race harnesses which I’m assuming were added as an aftermarket thing?
Tracked cars are invariably well looked after. If you do track an Exige then full harnesses will always help. Also, if you haven’t done track days, you’ll be amazed at how capable these cars are when pushed hard.
Both look great, on the 72 bargaining points may be
Service history, no mention in the ad so may not be FLSH?
Tyres - not sure if the 72 came with something different than other Exiges, but they are not the usual 048’s, given that it’s probably on its second set after 5k, they should be in good shape though!
Another vote for the Type 72. The red one seems over priced to me, which is probably a result of it being at a larger dealer than the 72.
I bought from Paul Matty, nice bunch of guys
