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  1. HoweBank

    Possible further delays

    The common enthusiast for lotus product desires a light weight, nimble to make most of power unit. Here in the UK there are that many cameras, driving at 10/10 is very hard to keep your license. just saying
  2. HoweBank

    Possible further delays

    as of yesterday I'm out and requested refund. I use the car as a summer vehicle so to be told delay from spring 2022 to latest september it makes no sense for me personally to get the car and be taking it off the rd soon after to avoid the poor weather. The reviews confirmed what I suspected...
  3. HoweBank

    No regrets on reversing my position

    The modern world here folks where people outsource their thinking and media control you. There will be plenty think they are strong enough to own their own mind but the reality is very different. Those interested in purchase to own for a spell and get out financially undamaged should be on...
  4. HoweBank

    Now that reviews are out is anyone having 2nd thoughts about Emira ?

    Im not happy with the reviews either. yes it hurts I maybe one of few on here that actually likes the cayman a lot BUT... its a flawed car that the journos are not really mentioning any more. The lotus will have you up and down the box through gears. The cayman will go from first to second...
  5. HoweBank

    Am I the only one who doesn’t want a Porsche…

    I love them really but having owned a gts 997.2 I would want a full fat GT version and they are big money. the 80-90mph 2nd gear in a cayman is a pig put off for me I'm afraid. way too long. everything else about them is lovely
  6. HoweBank

    Not Happy

    Oh, I might ask myself. cant believe it has been that long. incredible. I had it in memory that it was later than that but that may have been my second payment. thanks
  7. HoweBank

    Not Happy

    thanks for the reply interested in how you determined what number of depositers you were to ascertain my own positon. I have not read the forum in an avid sense I must confess and my order was placed the day of launch which I think was early october 21 some 8 months ago.
  8. HoweBank

    Not Happy

    Sorry if this annoys but I don’t understand folk whether they have sufficient funds or not to justify the product as being worth it. The costs of cleaning inspecting and delivering a car can be approximated up front and communicated openly on purchase. Not stiffed later and told to swallow it.
  9. HoweBank

    Not Happy

    A valet is a clean of the car for the US member’s information If delivered to the door it will require a clean again is my view unless transported on a sealed trailer which they can't guarantee. pdi is what they should be doing anyway and not pushed onto the customer later. It amounts to...
  10. HoweBank

    Not Happy

    Just received a call from Lotus and feeling quite disgruntled. very fresh so perhaps I need time to dwell on the moment. My July date communicated to me previously has been adjusted to August delivery at best. (Almost worth waiting for the September plate) The Emira will be a hobby vehicle...
  11. HoweBank

    Interesting Article on the Cost of the Electric Future

    I hope not but governments are only interested in getting re-elected not long term planning for the greater good. fossil fuels are a depleting resource so a good alternative needs finding for that alone. Oils are needed so so much more than cars.
  12. HoweBank

    Interesting Article on the Cost of the Electric Future

    I'm not convinced on the whole climate debate sorry. I do believe in efficiency though and if there is a better solution then I'm all for it. regardless of the climate debate I'm side stepping here I can see that densely populated areas can improve if less exhaust gas were present. Electric...
  13. HoweBank

    PPF on new car

    I hope I have not opened pandora's box here. especially since I'm informed it has been discussed in other threads. all good points made. and thanks for input. just my deliberations really. I see the considerations as * alternative coatings v ppf comparison * I have experience of ppf...
  14. HoweBank

    PPF on new car

    wowzers. never knew clear film cost that much. almost as much as a respray. thanks for replies
  15. HoweBank

    PPF on new car

    general Question. anyone know if the car comes with PPF fitted and if not who are the boys in the U you would trust to do it and any ideas on cost? cheers
  16. HoweBank

    hello there, I'm Paul perhaps better to post in private. probably being over cautious. I'm...

    hello there, I'm Paul perhaps better to post in private. probably being over cautious. I'm based in Richmond. Are you close by then? I chose the Hethal Yellow, lower black on silver alloys with a Tan interior.
  17. HoweBank

    Hello from Yorkshire, UK

    I'm located in North Yorks and get mine in July. Be good to get a look of yours too when it arrives
  18. HoweBank

    delivery dates for First edition

    actually got n email say july delivery so happy its not too far away. anyone computed the on the rd final costs for a UK car?
  19. HoweBank

    vs Cayman GT4 RS - Competition?

    I dont wish to be rude but unless you are spending regular serious money with porsche, I personally believe you should not compare the GT4RS with the Emira. For one I dont believe you will be able to get one and the price for a second hand one will be near double the sale price judging by...
  20. HoweBank

    delivery dates for First edition

    Hello All, I placed my order and paid deposits within a couple of days of going on sale and again for second deposit. last comms informed me july 2022 delivery in February this year. not been told anything since then but are seeing people jump out of que due to slippages etc. Question to...
  21. HoweBank

    Configurator Video with music

    I had a go too. My IT skills not so good. The background music will give the game away but if others like the yellow and my spec it may help in choosing. just for a giggle
  22. HoweBank

    Sports Car Shootout: Lotus Emira Vs. Porsche Cayman GT4

    I owned a 997 gen 2 911 GTS for nearly 8 years and sold it at a profit. Loved it to bits. full aero kit on it too. sold it at begining of lockdown with 19k on clock. Boastful but I reckon probs the best example in the country given how rare it was with these options. that sale is funding my...
  23. HoweBank

    Under the skin: Why the Lotus Emira's four is more exciting than its V6

    I have opted for the V6 for the reasons discussed. sound, low down linear perfromance and manual box. I have an S1 exige and love it to bits but flogging it through gears whilst enjoyable is also draining. cc's make such a difference to enjoy both moods. personal opinions of course
  24. HoweBank

    On-the-road Costs - am i missing something?

    I smell a salesmanship rat here. I agree with the posts finding this to be extortion. the tax element you will never avoid but the other details are a joke. egging the pudding me thinks. Lotus should be informed of this displeasure. I opt fr a collection from factory option and would happily...
  25. HoweBank

    Emira Priority Customer

    interesting if all noted when they paid deposits to see where we are on list of orders if that is anything to go by. I paid 1st deposit on the 9th July and the second deposit on the 7th october and heard nothing since. Spring starts March 20th!
  26. HoweBank

    Order placed? : post your —FINAL— spec here

    I went for yellow and yellow calipers with lower black. prefer the full colour roof. silver wheels with black interior. 3.5 v6 manual
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  28. HoweBank

    Yorkshire Dales, Richmond

    Yes we do have some nice scenary here too. I have not heard any lotus news at all and both times placed the initial and second payment deposit the next day when open to order and then to spec. I actually own an S1 and an S2 but are looking to sell the S2 to clear room for the emira. If you...
  29. HoweBank

    Yorkshire Dales, Richmond

    I have to use yorkshire Dales else people assume Richmond London! I love visiting Switzerland and Austria but not been for a while given world circumstances Had my order for the yellow Emira in for some time. waiting patiently and oping the world returns to freedoms prepandemic to enjoy these...
  30. HoweBank

    Hello from Switzerland

    Big fan of the oberland teritory. when the sun is shining this area is unbeatable
  31. HoweBank

    Sports Car Shootout: Lotus Emira Vs. Porsche Cayman GT4

    Having been fortunate to own both brands I have generally thought the build quality of the Porsche is much better and an excellent car. The raw driver feel I have had from the Lotus cars I own gives them the edge in this category. I have ordered the Emira and hoping the press delight in build...
  32. HoweBank

    Alternate configurator renders of the other 4 FE colors

    thank you for these images.
  33. HoweBank

    idle rev limiter and speed restrictor

    thanks for the quick replies chaps
  34. HoweBank

    idle rev limiter and speed restrictor

    hopefully a silly Q but a friend has informed the latest porsche and regs mandate idle rev limitations for noise and speed restriction devices fitted. Is anyone else aware of big brother government policing? cheers
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