My two pennyworth - if you drive a car like this then expect attention, it's that sort of car. If you don't want attention then try using a trailer to take your car to a track then trailer it back. Or buy a Mundano. Personally I am happy to talk to people at any time and often have kids and parents sat in the car. not being a cobra there is a certain element of security with the doors closed and I have never seen anyone trying to get into it without me being there and giving the OK. As for "Gullwing Lotus" yes I do get a lot of that and also the "Is it real?" I always tell the truth and that it is a replica - not a kit, as there was no donor vehicle involved; this is the distinction I make to define kit and replica. The only worry I have is people coming alongside on the motorway to take pictures and almost running into the car in front of them. I point out that they are in danger and they drop back with a thank you wave - no harm done. Basically you should expect attention and let's face it, if you'd never had one wouldn't you want to talk to the owner when you saw one?