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Formally emailed 9 days ago after being told they couldn't accept via chat. Still no response. Sent a chaser today, will call tomorrow. I am more disappointed than sad that I am not regretting my decision.

Sadly I'm out for now. The price rise impact (and OTR costs) took it within a couple of Ks of the C8 I put on order when I got hacked off with the delays in summer last year (irony being I put the Emira deposit on after finding out what the wait on the C8 was). An opportune build slot...

I find it interesting that Endeavour Essex are selling their demo with 3.5K miles on it for above what it would cost to order than spec now (inc price rise). I mean, I've driven that car and would have been tempted at some level of saving beneath list, but this is one that will have been driven...

Well I've just done my "configuration", 18 months after the last one. I am under little illusion that trying to reason with these people about the efficacy of promises made will magically result in a correction to the price, so I've partially offset by changing some options I wasn't certain...

That.....was worth the wait

I've been with Admiral and other sub brands for at least a decade. Had a mixed bag of experiences involving claims (three non fault over the course of 5 years). Oddly thinking of moving half the fleet elsewhere as the prices quoted and the increase are hideous. Having said that my home insurance...

So I've now had the "additional communication" and it's an invitation to the configurator....but I've already configured the car, when I put down the second deposit (albeit I made some changes afterwards). That and you're telling me that after 18 months of doing seemingly nothing aside from...

Matt Windle may have given off vibes of authenticity and may have actually believed what he said last year. However Lotus apparently brought in a new "VP of Commercial" two weeks ago. Given the amount Lotus have been loosing recently it's a bit too much to not connect the dots and suggest that...

Whilst I understand the point, it would have more validity if the company in question hadn't explicitly promised they would not raise prices. If they had been silent on the matter, whilst annoying, it would be "one of those things". It is because they said they wouldn't that it could be classed...

Someone should make sure the Matt Windle "the price you pay is the price you were quoted" video doesn't get removed from youtube. ETA: “I commit to you that these costs will not be passed on to you – the price you are being quoted will be the price you pay for your Emira and that is a promise”...

So two weeks ago they change my build date from May to June and now they say that I'm paying a further X because my build date is in June. Lets not even bother with the time I've had a deposit in (Aug '21) and the Matt Windle "the price you pay is the price you were quoted at placing deposit"...

God those look so much better than the yellow on that setup. Personally thought full black pack cars should get those as standard. Will definitely get some for mine, if it ever arrives

On a sample size of two, I'd say they're acknowledging a universal 1 month delay. God knows what's going to happen when you're mixing not only transmissions but also engine types.

Well, I've just had my build "confirmed" for June (V6MT) via email I didn't prompt (which at least saved me a job). Last update in November was variously March, then June then May in the space of 6 days so it's only really slipped a month. Does make it less likely to be in time for some fun...

If I could change my spec it would probably be to something very similar to that. Looks great!

I just don't understand why the Emira isn't in Forza Horizon 5. Don't get me wrong, I loved 4 as it felt like I was driving my own car on holiday in the lake district and is probably the game I logged the most hours on (never competitive - I don't have a driving rig) but if they've got the...

If I may correct you on a few points (from my standpoint if no-one else's). It's going out in the cold. It's going out in the hot and I wouldn't let a valet park it even if offered the service. Some people prefer the ascetic feel of a well turned piece of wood rather than plastic or metal (some...

I had a wooden one to replace the (what felt like) bakelite one in my Herald. Felt lovely. Presumably someone already has this with a derivation of the Lotus logo on somewhere. Might look a touch anachronistic but it's better than looking like that chap from "Raiders of the Lost Ark"

I'm not pre-disposed to like Schmee, albeit that's a personal prejudice, but given he has a certain following and his words carry some level of weight with the greater fraternity, I will say his couple of pieces on the Emira have seemed rather good and generally positive. I'd rather he'd driven...

Apologies - this turned into a long one Entirely possible that they'd quote for him as he's an existing customer and sponsored by them. It'd look rather bad if one of your major sponsors decided you weren't a good risk....that and he's got a fleet policy of the size where they probably just...

I always have a soft spot for Beddgelert as I used to camping there as a kid (with the ultimate aim of climbing mountains). In later years I stayed a few nights at the Plas Tan Y Graig which was very nice, albeit we're talking 10 years ago probably. Also now has the benefit of the Welsh Highland...

That is my new favourite picture of the year...and probably the default condition of mine when it arrives....soooooon

I suspect because they're keeping the build slot

So, finally my turn. Weather is not great being sub zero, so I was honestly expecting the test drive to be cancelled but fortunately it wasn't. I'd read a lot about what to expect on here from more than a few people who have driven this exact car (Colchester/"Essex" Lotus Magma Red/Touring) and...

Moderator note: copied from test drives thread and edited to focus on storage aspects <cut> I thought the most useful thing I could do afterwards was a little practicality test. Yes, it should fit two carry on suitcases behind the seats, even with mine back as far as it was (I only have one in...

June has now moved to May. Just as well I didn't sort out that fixed term investment.... I am taking this as a positive though as it means I should have it in time for my birthday. I'd suspect this is a result of a fair few cancellations (a hundred would do it I'd guess at current production...

Same - Jun/July build though

Must admit, that's close enough to mine that I've would've taken it if offered....would've used the saving on the black pack to fund the leather wipes

1610 for me. Now booked in for dec 8th in Essex. Could've gone sooner but wanted to leave a bit of space for those with more urgent needs rather than me just keeping the faith

Free for all I'm afraid. Last I saw I was either March or June build (still haven't confirmed which)

I'm just stoked that this might actually be happening....and not merely "soon"

Congratulations! Rest assured it's not just Ediburgh it's difficult to get to Hethel from. It's the entire UK unless you're driving because...well, Norfolk

Similar - and also with a mis-spelt name. I mean if you're going to try to get four months of communications in 15 minutes, at least you could get my name correct as a "valued customer"

I've also had the same (March '23 production) and I also don't find it believable - mainly because my deposit was in August '21 so this would actually be an improvement from what I had last been told. So either they've sent out a block email to a bunch of people it doesn't apply to or they're...

It's the UK. Chances are you'll get all three along with a bit of sunlight (but not enough to tell if DV really is green....) sleet and hail thrown in for good measure....on a test route which may or may not involve the back roads near Quidenham. Should test the tyre choice well.