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  1. brainf18

    The 1st Edition isn't exclusive

    Never say never but I "intend" to keep my Emira for many years and drive the crap out of it.
  2. brainf18

    The 1st Edition isn't exclusive

    that sort of "special" customer service, in large measure, has not translated to buyers on this side of the pond.
  3. brainf18

    Moving on...

    That was fast and I'm sure sooooo much easier than dealing with the keyboard cowboys on BaT and C&B
  4. brainf18

    The 1st Edition isn't exclusive

    When Lotus announced the Emira 1st Edition there was an implied level of exclusivity for early adopters. While Lotus never really committed to firm limited production #'s for the 1st Edition, their marketing materials implied that it would be a limited run and guarantee rarity. That...
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  6. brainf18

    Cars you've sold or passed on and wished you hadn't?

    My favorite three Race Cars. 993 #27, Spec e30 #105 and Spec 944 #271
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  10. brainf18

    Osmium Silver Lotus Emira photo thread

    I call it the "Porsche spec". I've owned over a dozen different Porsches over the years and I know its not everyone's cup of tea but I love silver with black interior. This is my first Lotus and I love the look of the Os Silver with blackpack and black interior.
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    Osmium Silver Lotus Emira photo thread

    More pre delivery pics
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    Osmium Silver Lotus Emira photo thread

    Ready for delivery
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    Emira At dealer.webp

  18. brainf18

    USA/Canada Delivery Thread

    922 Days since deposit and finally my car has arrived at the dealer for delivery. Thanks Gator!
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    Emira At dealer.jpg

  20. brainf18

    Steering Wheel Press-Type Buttons Now Available from GRP!

    Greg...Any chance you could make a quick video showing how to properly remove the airbag and swap out these switches? Thanks!
  21. brainf18

    Emira vs … Miata?

    X2...My son's RF pictured and my Emira should deliver this week
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  23. brainf18

    Alfa 4c looking to purchase an Emira but am unsure

    If your not enthusiastic enough to row your own gears, just get a Porsche w/ PDK. Its a far superior gearbox to the Lotus clunk-O-matic.
  24. brainf18

    Emira vs Corvette E-Ray - Spoiler, Emira wins

    I can't really wrap my head around this comparison?? These cars and their buyers are SO different. I can't imagine anyone is cross shopping a hybrid corvette and an "old school" analog Emira.
  25. brainf18

    Do people really dislike the covered start button?

    As a fighter pilot, the Emira start switch and cover are nothing like any switch gear in any 3rd 4th or 5th gen fighters I've flown. The start switch is easy to use...Put you hand on the console and slide you right thumb under the cover and press.
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  27. brainf18

    To each their own…

    I wouldn't go so far as say "toxicity"....Disappointment maybe at one less manual not being brought into this world. Yea.
  28. brainf18

    Why are so many Emiras being resold in the USA?

    Doesn't matter if the owner never intends to sell. Things can certainly change but I see no viable alternative to the Emira now or ever esp given the trend towards electrification.
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    Why are so many Emiras being resold in the USA?

    No one "needs" an Emira. Its a 2nd, 3rd or umpteenth car. So what if there's a wait and Lotus' delivery process has been disappointing. I look at it this way. ICE cars are dying and the Emira is the end of an era. To have the last ICE Lotus is worth the wait. Besides my other several cars...
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  31. brainf18

    Throttle House Cancel Their Emira....

    PICTORIAL SUMMARY OF THE THROTTLE HOUSE VIDEO
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  33. brainf18

    Porsche ends combustion engine in 718 Cayman/Boxster in 2025.

    From now until 2028-ish are going to be revolutionary (in a bad way) for car enthusiasts. It won't be much longer and purchasing a new ICE sports car will no longer be possible.
  34. brainf18

    Emira vs Blackwing

    Test drive the manual when you can...After that if you're not passionate about the Emira, its looks, quirks and likely an occasional item that needs repair, then you should pass.
  35. brainf18

    Emira Review Index [V6 FE]

    Before BMW or Porsche gives a car to the press it goes through a thorough "stress test" by a factory driver. Lotus on the other hand said, "here...take this one". That said, to break a 1/2 shaft....OMG! What the hell? Beyond abuse. Seems to me M/T was TRYING to break the car, perpetuate the...
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    Emira Review Index [V6 FE]

    Every Dad Driver's review was pretty spot on. I have time or have owned each and their observations mirror my own.
  37. brainf18

    Emira Initial Impressions - It's Heavy, Far Too Heavy.

    Delta' one and only post...Seems like (he/she or it) wanted to brag on their stable of cars and bash the Emira. Job done I suppose.
  38. brainf18

    DIY - Oil Change Reference for 2GR-FE

    The fact Lotus didn't include an oil change / inspection panel baffles me (pun intended). Seems like a no-brainer. But Lotus opted for 39 bolts required to remove under tray instead. Just another opportunity for the aftermarket to step up with a solution I suppose.
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