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Car is finally heading over after tariff delays. Now planning for PPF. I’m leaning towards PFS given overall positive feedback with multiple data points and proximity to my dealer (Eurocar). For those who have had their cars done via PFS, how’s your PPF job holding up? Any issues or concerns...

This is exactly what I was told and it looks like your price also went up 7k so at least that’s consistent. I went ahead and confirmed intent to purchase. I’ve been waiting for this thing since announced and waited to place a deposit until shipping started early last year. I’m getting mine from...

Given current tariff rates only 7.5% higher than previous, and my price went up 6.4%, looks like Lotus didn’t absorb any of the tariff as lotus USA gets the car for well under MSRP at port. I’m ok with this. Though I wish I knew what that assessed value at port is. I can’t help but wonder if the...

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7k increase or 6.4% over original MSRP

Looks like a 7000 dollar increase or 6.4% more on MSRP pricing

Just got a call and follow up text with pricing

just got this from my dealer

At this point I’d rather have a pending MY2026 build. I confirmed my build w/ PDF Nov2024 so I’m assuming its finished just sitting overseas.

Agree. As our cars start rolling in we should keep each other posted on price adjustments to avoid getting shafted. I’m hoping Lotus absorbs some of the cost but unlikely.

Hope it’s not 10% more than already agreed on as the duty was prev 2.5, now 10, a 7.5 bump but that’s prob on what the dealer gets them for and not on the MSRP. Never considered the scenario dealers may use the tariffs as an excuse to squeeze a few more dollars out of us. We should keep each...

Hopefully things will start moving soon! https://www.theguardian.com/politics/2025/jun/16/starmer-and-trump-finalise-uk-us-trade-deal-at-g7-but-steel-tariffs-still-on-hold

Really hope this is true. I just emailed my dealer last week and they replied today stating no new news from lotus.

My understanding is no shipments have come in since tariffs. My build was locked/submitted November, in production start of March. I was hoping to be on one of the boats that got in before tariffs but doesn’t seem to be the case. Prob just sitting across the pond waiting for the details of the...

Stuck behind a pay wall but “big if true” https://www.autonews.com/geely/lotus/ane-lotus-us-tariffs-uk-trade-deal-emira-0522/#:~:text=Lotus%20began%20U.S.%20sales%20of,%2DRoyce%20cars%2C%20were%20102%2C000.

Just saw this on another thread, article from autocar: https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/new-lotus-europe-boss-plans-build-more-cars-hethel “The deal recently agreed between the UK and US to lower those tariffs to 10% has helped Lotus, but Windle has yet to press go on restarting...

“The deal recently agreed between the UK and US to lower those tariffs to 10% has helped Lotus, but Windle has yet to press go on restarting shipments to the US as he waits for the details. "The headline numbers have gone out there, but actually the specifics behind it still haven't been...

How long would a vehicle be “locked in production” for? I was told this start of March. I assume car is built and sitting across the Atlantic until tarrif issues settled somehow, but my dealer is unable to verify and no VIN.

Crossing my fingers the 90 day pause in tariffs includes the 25% on autos from the UK. Can’t find a source that clarifies what this pause does include. Seems like a blanket 10% tariff is still on.

Sorry to hear. I’m hoping for an email or call that my car squeaked through, but as days pass it becomes less likely.

How did you get a hold of Lotus USA. Ive reached out via the website and was directed back to my dealer for further info.

Same for me, no VIN, 11/18 build submission, so I’m cautiously optimistic mine came in in the latest batch.

Congrats! I really hope this is the case for me. Build submitted and confirmed with submission ID on 11/18, just a few days after yours.

I wonder if this may backfire more than thought. China may swoop in and strike a tempting deal with allies and claim/make up for any possible lost US market share.

For sure, I’m totally nervous and hoping enough ass kissing happens so Trump excludes the UK from any tarrifs. Guy seems to respond well to flattery. We’ll find out “soon” 😂

Emailed my dealer and they said my MSRP is locked and not to worry about tarrifs. We’ll see 🤷🏽‍♂️

Just saw this also with an Emira currently in production, such crap timing. Love this car and willing to pay a bit more but not a 25% bump

Wow that’s the fastest timeline I’ve seen. Deposit to VIN in 6 months. Congrats! Who did you order through?

My dealer said my car is “locked in production”. I assume that means it is currently being built, but no VIN provided yet.

I’m considering reaching out to my dealer also. Order accepted by lotus 11/18 so should be in production or getting there soon. Haven’t touched base with them since order locked/accepted.

Nice! I wonder if this means base V6 production now beginning. Lotus accepted my order 2 months after yours. Good to see some of us are seeing progress.

No just about a year ago now. Really glad I was able to get an allocation with all the buzz about the V6 going away soon

Initial deposit mid Feb 2024 for Base V6 MT Order locked/accepted by Lotus Nov 2024 Just waiting now, lurking the forums for updates/threads like this. I’ve found this forum to be the most informative on production updates.

Just saw this on the Lotus Instagram page. So sold on this rim color

I received my allocation for base V6 and submitted my build 11/18. I know time varies greatly but for those who have recently had their cars made, how long was the wait between build submission and production date?