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Interesting...I wonder if there are variances in the shifter. Mine feels quite smooth and comfortable. I can't imagine it doing that but I'll pay more attention today now that it's SUNNY in Raleigh!

I noticed a lot of wind noise immediately when I hit I-40 out of Wilmington. Much of comes from behind me near the rear window. If it persists it's something I'll bring up with Lotus Cape Fear to address on its next visit back there. Glad to hear the Milltek and GRP delete make a big...

I have the Milltek and GRP delete pipe sitting here next to my Emira. Just waiting it out a bit to make sure I need it but I'm almost certain I do. Do you notice much of a difference from inside the car? Honestly that's where I want to hear more of the exhaust. I feel it's far too muted from...

It was part of the Lotus gift package ;)

Ironically, I finally received my gift today! ONE DAY after taking delivery of the Emira. I'm still happy to have it, but my wife and I had a good laugh when I picked up the "Lotus Cars USA" box on the porch this afternoon.

Hi All, Now that Emiras are actively being delivered in North America, I figured we should have a thread to document our post-delivery experiences enjoying the Emira. Since today is my first full day of ownership after getting home with the car late last night and it's been pouring rain all...

Here's a clip I just recorded from an iPad mini around 40% volume parked. I know it's not perfect but maybe gives you a better idea of the quality of the system until you hear it for yourself. Honestly, during my testing today (parked) and after further tweaking, I'd say the system is not just...

The dealer only mentioned the 4K RPM limit. They made no mention at all of driving modes and TBH this is the first I've heard of it. Where did this information come from? I went through the quick start guide just now and don't see it anywhere. EDIT: Found it on page 203 of the owner...

Windows up. I'm sure you'd have to push it above 50% with them down at 80mph. Is listening to to music at 80mph with windows down really a common use case? I'll try to test that tomorrow when the sun is back out. Of course it's raining all day here in Raleigh on my first day with the Emira...

Alright so I tinkered a bit with the KEF audio on my initial drive home last night. Initial thoughts are that it is not quite as good as the Harman Kardon system in my 340i (which IMO is really good). However, after adjusting the equalizer and using Carplay (wired and wireless using Spotify as...

I took mine out of Tour into Track immediately but have been largely following the 4K RPM limit. I'm only 150 miles in and most of that on highway but I could feel it loosen up a bit even on that initial drive. I can't compare much to an Evora 400 as I've only driven an Evora GT Auto and I...

I posted in the main delivery thread but thought I'd add it here too. I was #3 delivery and #2 off the lot (sorry about that hiccup with the driver, @ttvetdoc, but thanks for letting me be #2 out the door =p)

Apparently I just missed you as I arrived about 3pm. Looks like the next Cars and Coffee Morrisville is likely to see multiple Emiras on the next go around. Let the fun begin!

Back to Raleigh from Wilmington with this beauty. I was SO happy with the spec immediately once I saw it in person. The 2 hour drive home was fantastic. At my first stop at a gas station at least 5 people stopped and stared. The young lady at the register said, "we don't see many cars like...

I don't see any dealer prep fees on my sheet but they may have rolled some into the market value selling price as it came out to $96,780 and IIRC the only added cost option I opted for was the Alcantara steering wheel. I'll know more after pickup today.

I just sent funds for my Emira and picking up on Friday afternoon at 3:30pm EST at Lotus of Cape Fear in Wilmington, NC. I'll for sure post pics when I can!

You sir, are a legend. First Emira delivered in the US. Can't wait to join you on Friday!

I'm actually on paternity leave until March 25th but that also comes with handling a 2 y/o and a newborn so...not much better =p

You were close but mine has silver wheels...this is the one! I did work some with Shane Stacey and he's been super nice and helpful. I have spoken more with Shane Heffernan who manages the place but yeah, the Shane/Shane combo are great for us. I'm set for Friday afternoon at 3:30pm for my...

Multiple reports of people (some of whom I've met in person) at Lotus Cape Fear in Wilmington, NC have scheduled their pickups for Thursday and Friday of THIS WEEK. I'm anxiously awaiting my phone call to schedule. Gonna be hard to sleep this week :)

Friday is ideal for me so I'll try to schedule for then whenever Shane gives me the ring. Maybe we'll meet again and this time under the happiest of circumstances! :)

My car has been on the lot in WIlmington since December. Other depositors at Cape Fear (Wilmington Lotus Dealer) have informed me they have set dates for pick up this week. I'm just waiting for my phone call to set a date/time to complete the purchase and drive it home. I put in the deposit...

Welcome to the scene! I'm set to be picking up my Nimbus over Tan V6 manual in the next few DAYS at Cape Fear. Our specs are very similar. I live in North Raleigh and would definitely be up for a drive when we all have our Emiras!

I'm getting excited for the week. I have held back any expectations given the history but I think in the next two weeks we're finally going to have some Emiras on the US roads.

You do still have to fork out 50% of the cost of the car up front. Being able to finance the rest at 0% is definitely a decent deal though assuming there aren't too many restrictions apart from the 15K mileage which seems plenty high.

All I got was a very basic deposit form from my dealer stating I'd made a deposit. I never got a build date or any confirmation of my spec from Lotus or the dealership. It was all crickets. Then, a year later, my car arrived at the dealership. I'd say don't worry about it. Silence seems to...

I think I too would go with a red F8 tributo. It might be the only car that is arguably prettier than the Emira in my eyes :)

Received! Looks fantastic. Having these parts makes the excitement of getting the Emira "soon" a bit more real!

Just ordered decat pipe and Milltek valve controller. Hoping the Emira arrives as soon as these parts do but likely not!

I'm buying the Emira but as a somewhat successful trader, I am 100% NOT buying the stock.

I completely agree. I'm 100% replacing it. The point of this question was whether to go with the GRP stainless or a titanium decat. Aerie states the titanium pipe is like 600 grams so I was curious how heavy the stainless was to see whether or not it's worth the extra ~$80 or so.

@GRP what is the specific weight of this decat pipe? I'm strongly considering ordering one and would like to know the difference in weight between this and titanium options. Thanks!