We have an Emira V6M, Macan, and 4Runner. LOL I too work from home so the wife's Macan is our daily, the Emira is just a toy for fun, and the 4Runner is the crap hauler, like Christmas trees, plants, large items you buy from stores, etc. and it holds more than the Macan and honestly I could careless if it takes a hit here and there on the interior.
Thinking of Selling Macan GTS and Mint e46 M3 for Emira
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Geez I need to lose weight.
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2022 and on GTS gets the turbo engine. 2.9 liter twin turbo. I don’t have a Chevy to sell.Don’t sell Macan GTS. This is the 3.0 single turbo one right? That one is awesome. Just get rid of M3 and Chevy for Emira
Mr. Wolfe
Good morning Greg,
Welcome to the gang (and the asylum of Lotus.)
I would go out of my way to keep the M3 or make sure you have right of refusal to buy it back when the next owner wants to sell! Much as I suspect you know it is becoming a special car.
The Emira is a good car and it will be close to the M3 in character. Would you be able to co own both of them for an overlapping period of time. Long enough for the newness of Emira to wear off and see if you'd "miss" the M3?
I have an Elise and I would not give it up to keep the Emira.
Welcome to the gang (and the asylum of Lotus.)
I would go out of my way to keep the M3 or make sure you have right of refusal to buy it back when the next owner wants to sell! Much as I suspect you know it is becoming a special car.
The Emira is a good car and it will be close to the M3 in character. Would you be able to co own both of them for an overlapping period of time. Long enough for the newness of Emira to wear off and see if you'd "miss" the M3?
I have an Elise and I would not give it up to keep the Emira.
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Hey all, I appreciate ALL of the comments, thank you!
One thing that I probably was not clear on is, I am not comparing the M3 to the Emira. I decided 1-2 years ago to sell the car because I am not using it enough. It's just been sitting in my garage. I have owned e46M's for over 20 years and just ready to move on, that's all. My 911 always scratches that itch of wanting a raw driving experience.
Not exactly sure the biggest reason I want the Emira. I guess it's a few things; it's beautiful, I like where the engine sits, and it's available in a MT. I always say I am going to get into tracking my cars and I just never do... Maybe some day, but I feel like I am kidding myself if I say I am going to track the car. It would be a nice day/weekend car. The value of factory widebody 964's has been insane so it will also give me 2 cars to split up the weekend duty.
I guess my bottom line is, I am not looking for the same experience as what I have. I don't need this car to be as raw as an Elise as my 964 is super-engaging. A cruiser that is "capable" for spiriting driving, while being beautiful is what I am looking for.
Mr. Wolfe
One thing that I probably was not clear on is, I am not comparing the M3 to the Emira. I decided 1-2 years ago to sell the car because I am not using it enough. It's just been sitting in my garage. I have owned e46M's for over 20 years and just ready to move on, that's all. My 911 always scratches that itch of wanting a raw driving experience.
Not exactly sure the biggest reason I want the Emira. I guess it's a few things; it's beautiful, I like where the engine sits, and it's available in a MT. I always say I am going to get into tracking my cars and I just never do... Maybe some day, but I feel like I am kidding myself if I say I am going to track the car. It would be a nice day/weekend car. The value of factory widebody 964's has been insane so it will also give me 2 cars to split up the weekend duty.
I guess my bottom line is, I am not looking for the same experience as what I have. I don't need this car to be as raw as an Elise as my 964 is super-engaging. A cruiser that is "capable" for spiriting driving, while being beautiful is what I am looking for.
Mr. Wolfe
geoffbland
Emira Fanatic
I would say ignore everything discussed here and simply just go and have a test drive - you will know within 2 minutes if you need one.
Try to drive both the V6 and the i4 - even if you think you need the manual the i4 is very good (for context I still got the V6 but the choice between the two was a lot closer than I expected).
Try to drive both the V6 and the i4 - even if you think you need the manual the i4 is very good (for context I still got the V6 but the choice between the two was a lot closer than I expected).
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Your logic make perfect sense and I second the test drive (an extended one if you can) to get a sense of these cars. They are quite fun, find a local Lotus group and go hand out at their cars and coffee and see a few colors.
Post your M3 here when you sell it.
Post your M3 here when you sell it.
RyanGphoto
Emira Fiend
I had a e46 M3 cabriolet manual.. and I STILL Miss that thing and I sold mine a LONG time ago. Where are you located and how much are you looking for it? I might be interested.
Ryan G
Ryan G
BoardwalkLotus
Member
Hi Greg!
That's a fantastic stable. We'll let the community answer your question because we're sorta biased
so we'll just say that fyi if this is something you're looking to do soon, there are currently big savings to be found on the remaining 2024 cars. We're offering exclusive deals on select cars in our inventory (we stock the largest inventory in the US), which amount to a triple savings over ordering new: 1) Lower MSRP of the 2024 cars
2) Priced pre-tariffs
3) Then our exclusive deals on select inventory cars
If you're looking for a 2026 car, you should be aware that allocations are already filling up on these so it may be worth getting on the list soon. A deposit can hold your place in line, and is refundable until the actual order is placed.
We're located in Redwood City CA but would be happy to help if desired (we deliver to PA).
Cheers!
Team Boardwalk
Lotusdoesit
Well-known member
Along with a Tacoma TRD Pro, F80 M3 Comp, and of course a Lotus FE V6 Manual, I would love to add that E46 Comp to the stable. Is that an Interlagos? What do you you think you might ask for it?
Taco satisfies the off roading and rock crawling itch. The F80 is like a bull in a china shop. The Lotus is the attention grabber anywhere you go. From little kids coming up to the valet and asking if they can sit in and take pictures to grown men constantly asking "what is that car, it is beautiful".
Taco satisfies the off roading and rock crawling itch. The F80 is like a bull in a china shop. The Lotus is the attention grabber anywhere you go. From little kids coming up to the valet and asking if they can sit in and take pictures to grown men constantly asking "what is that car, it is beautiful".
How much for the M3? message me.
If you are going to buy an Emira now is the time. 2026 models have price increases.
The i4 Emira can be had new for under MSRP and significantly under MSRP is you buy a 2024 new.
V6 you will probably have to buy used, but you can still find a deal.
The i4 Emira can be had new for under MSRP and significantly under MSRP is you buy a 2024 new.
V6 you will probably have to buy used, but you can still find a deal.
New to this forum as well. Just gained interest in the Elmira when I walked by a Lotus dealer in London yesterday. Now the itch is growing. Thought maybe in the future I’d add a 458, such an amazing looking car, but after renting one in Maranello, and seeing the interior quality and felt it was too big, I decided maybe not for me. Honestly think the Elmira looks better, especially with CT carbon bits or Vorsteiner’s stuff.
Had a E46 M3 that I thought I’d keep forever, but sold to buy a Sprinter Van.
Now, too I am looking to sell my 15 Macan Turbo and 07 S2000 to get into this car.
Also have a 94 964 Wide Body Turbo Look just like you that not going anywhere anytime soon or ever. Same exact car tastes
geoffbland
Emira Fanatic
The infamous El'mira...
I agree, modern Ferraris seem to have over fussy fronts or rears - the Emira looks better. But rather than just looking you should take an Emira for a drive - then your "itch" will become a "need" - or you will decide it's not for you.
Good luck!
I agree, modern Ferraris seem to have over fussy fronts or rears - the Emira looks better. But rather than just looking you should take an Emira for a drive - then your "itch" will become a "need" - or you will decide it's not for you.
Good luck!
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I sold a 15 macan turbo and have a 05 s2000. And want an e46 m3. lolNew to this forum as well. Just gained interest in the Elmira when I walked by a Lotus dealer in London yesterday. Now the itch is growing. Thought maybe in the future I’d add a 458, such an amazing looking car, but after renting one in Maranello, and seeing the interior quality and felt it was too big, I decided maybe not for me. Honestly think the Elmira looks better, especially with CT carbon bits or Vorsteiner’s stuff.
Had a E46 M3 that I thought I’d keep forever, but sold to buy a Sprinter Van.
Now, too I am looking to sell my 15 Macan Turbo and 07 S2000 to get into this car.
Also have a 94 964 Wide Body Turbo Look just like you that not going anywhere anytime soon or ever. Same exact car tastes
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