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    Future Classic: Lotus Emira V6

    Really still very much reminds me of the Dino. I mentioned this to some of the folks at the factory, including some of the engineers. I got a big smile.
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    North American Emira Problem Thread

    I've had this with other cars, and had it briefly on the Emira but it went away. On other cars, it was the spring on the clutch that simply needed a dab of grease.
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    New performance flagship Turbo SE and revised lineup - Lotus Emira range

    I highly doubt it. I don't think there's a manual out there that would work, and even if there were the market is small and much of it has bought a v6 emira.
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    Strange sound after shut down

    Is it possible it's a cooling fan? Harry's I4 video included him commenting on the fan whirring way after the car was shut off.
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    Custom MagSafe Wireless Charger

    I'd like one -- iphone 13 mini
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    How bad will the Emira depreciation be?

    As an investment, a car is a terrible idea. It's generally a straight-up depreciating asset. That said some things you can't really think of in purely financial terms. For example: I did great as an investor in sewer bonds in a local county. But I never enjoyed being an owner of sewer bonds. I...
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    Shmee giving away his Emira

    Interesting. In the video -- where he seems oddly hyped up, hopefully just on say Red Bull -- he praises the car at length, especially during the drive.
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    Lotus Emira Appreciation Thread

    Huh. I have a different reaction -- all you guys are just smiling? I often laugh out loud! ;) No issues in 3200 miles. I've gotten used to it and it's loosened up nicely; especially the shifting now is much, much better. I've settled on this: it drives like a very excited terrier, ripping...
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    Nimbus Grey Lotus Emira Photo Thread

    Finally clean again, except for the wheels because I drove 50 miles.
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    Lease or buy?

    You can also defer the decision: lease now and consider buy out at the end of the lease.
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    I've seen the new base pricing sheet

    When I was at Lotus doing the driving academy, one of their cars had the non-alcantara headliner. It was fine, but totally missing the richness of the alcantara. Whereas before I had it I wouldn't have chosen the option, knowing what I know now I would totally pay for the nicer headliner if I...
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    NHTSA - Lotus Manufacturers Communications

    Could we perhaps create a sticky thread or a section with all TSBs including if possible the pdf? it would be very useful when planning dealer visits.
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    Another possible delay on I4 delivery ?

    Ugh, sorry. I remember when mine was on the way and the Dali hit the bridge and thinking there goes another delay... If there's anything positive from that experience it's that there will be huge pressure to get the ports open quickly, as there's very little tolerance for that much commerce to...
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    PPF shop chipped the paint on my brand new car, what should I do?

    So sorry to see this. The big challenge is where it is. It's a surface spot that catches the light and has a sharp bend to it, so you'll always see it if it's not perfectly fixed. 95% of the time my gut is touch up, blend, move on knowing that now it's yours. At least that's what I try to...
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    Nimbus Grey Lotus Emira Photo Thread

    Saw them next to each other at the factory. I'm a big fan of blues, but the osmium didn't look as special or unique as the Nimbus. It reminded me of a 1990s honda or acura colour (nothing wrong with that). I tend to like to get colours that are distinct to the manufacturer. My BMW was Carbon...
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    Bag World Bespoke bags

    Got mine too. Colin is a great fellow and has been working har despite losing a teammate temporarily and wearing too many hats as a result. The bags are lovely. Even better than I'd hoped. When I get around to it I'll send some photos, but if you're on the fence get some!
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    Anyone else have a car that doesn’t start strongly?

    I was told that the car needs to "boot" before starting -- specifically the instruction was to wait for the car silhouette to finish in the center screen before starting. I have not experienced any starting issues since doing this.
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    Intermittent failure to start

    my dealer told me always to wait for the center screen to load -- as in after the graphic of the car's profile animates and then goes away. I haven't had the issue since.
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    Bag World Bespoke bags

    I was away and after I paid he asked me to reach out when I'm back. I returned last week and emailed; haven't heard back. Hopefully all is ok.
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    Nimbus Grey Lotus Emira Photo Thread

    This one gives perspective on nimbus vs. generic silver, and on the size and footprint of the car.
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    More details for KEF Audio

    I've noticed the stock bass is just fine with windows closed, but can sound like it's popping with windows open. My assumption is this is because the car's cabin is no longer enclosed. With windows closed it's more than adequate for me, though i would like to listen to it louder at times with...
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    Cost for Oil Change?

    Lotus of DC charged under $300.
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    First Oil Change Service???

    Yup. For me the pricing is in the right place for "can" vs "should" to net out to the dealer doing it, at least for now.
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    USA Emira Owners - Issue Severity Poll

    2,000 miles. One small build issue not worth addressing (a very small imperfection in leather). TSB for water incursion not done yet (parts under backorder)...and that's it. Completed first oil change at 1,500 miles at dealer and it was reasonable.
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    First Oil Change Service???

    First change at 1,500 for me. Lotus of DC and it was under $300 for those watching. Seemed reasonable to me and they were excellent.
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    Break in Oil Change?

    Did mine around 1,400. Dealer had no issue at all doing it, and said the GM did the same with his. $300.
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    Hi from new Emira owner in Philly

    Congratulations, and welcome.
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    Emira vs … Miata?

    I really loved my two NA Miatas. the first was a supercharged STO, the second a burgundy M. In many ways they set the tone for me on playful RWD sports cars. And I thought of them at the time as Lotus homages, if not outright copies. I really loved the lightness -- I could feel the difference...
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    Do people really dislike the covered start button?

    I do the thumb thing too. I've also actually hit the "cage" over the button right after a shift. So at least in theory covering the button since it's there makes a little bit of sense. Maybe.
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    Squeak when letting foot of clutch?

    I've had this on a few cars over the years -- I think it's just a matter of a little grease on the pedal pivot mechanism.
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