111RS006 Build: Introduction to a Special Tribute

 We were approached by a client to refresh his '06 Exige which we were happy to do.  He sent the car to us from across the country with the intention of doing some basic upgrades and some bodywork.  After we reviewed the suggested work, he told me that he would be interested in turning the car into a 111RS.  Then he told me the full story.

This client wanted to build this car as a tribute to his brother, fallen Naval Special Warfare member John Douangdara, who along with his MWD Bart and 29 other Special Operations service members, were tragically lost in Afghanistan on August 6, 2011. He belonged to Seal Team 6 and the elite Gold Squadron of DEVGRU.

John was an Elise owner who loved his car.  He was a true driving enthusiast.  Most of his friends drove bigger, more powerful cars, but John preferred his Lotus.  I think we all can relate to this sentiment!

We plan to build a very special 111RS to honor John.  This black Exige will sport the Type 72 color scheme.  We will add some special touches that we hope will make this build even more meaningful for John's family and friends.  We plan to recruit our suppliers to make this a truly special car.  Nitron are already on board!