Frankfurt 2009: Lotus Evora Type 124 Endurance Racer
by Dennis Chung
September 16th, 2009 4:10 AM
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Lotus displayed its Evora Type 124 endurance racer at the Frankfurt Auto Show.
The Type 124 (the 124 was the next number in line in Lotus’ naming sequence, but coincidentally, the 24 also represents 24 hour endurance racing) will make its racing debut at the 2010 Nürburgring 24 Hours in May.
Lotus engineers tuned the Toyota-produced V6 engine to produce up to 394hp. The car has been lightened to less than 2,646 lbs, though both power and weight may be subject to race regulations.
Other racing components on the car include a full roll cage, 18-inch wheels with Pirelli racing slicks, a new suspension setup as well as AP Racing brakes with six-piston calipers.
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