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That’s what happens when the GM decides to let their 14 year old be the “Social Media Specialist”. :unsure:

Exactly, 45 FE’s / 700 slots = 6.42%. 6.42% of 2500 slots next year = 160 cars. Sure, we don’t have first hand knowledge of the Lotus allocation system but within the auto industry it’s historically based on the number of vehicles a dealer has purchased in previous years. Considering no...

I’ve read 700 FE / 2022 production for North America, 2400-2500 into NA for 2023 production.

Actually the title should say 2 Emira‘s vs. the Ferrari Roma. $229000 US starting price before options. It’s a pretty car but apples to oranges comparison.

Here’s a good FAQ from a Tax Collector in SD https://www.pennco.org/index.asp?SEC=ACD83452-3D9C-42ED-91D3-2249E9276013 And here’s a link to the form where you would apply to NY for a title without registration. https://dmv.ny.gov/forms/mv82ton.pdf Note section 5 on tax. Also, no car dealer in...

You aren’t going to save $8k, more like a bit less than $4k and if you don’t mind the hassle then go for it. Like I said SD requires proof you already paid at least 4% in taxes or have a valid title and no state will issue a title if the local state taxes aren’t paid.

Then you can go watch this one.

Ok, so you are trying to save 4% or roughly $3700. To do that you will need to also title it there as well which means you will have to engage a service like this https://yourbestaddress.com/sd-vehicle-registration/ but they only mention registration, not titles so you may need to find some...

I guess the question is, “what costs are you trying to avoid”? The South Dakota fees are: Sales Tax 4% unless you have proof you paid at least that in another state or have an existing title to the vehicle. Registration Fee $72 Title fee, if needed $10 Lien registration, if needed $10. In New...

But what are you trying to save, sales tax? Annual tag renewal in NY is the same $60.

Figure $4k-$6k for a good one. Most are now made in China but if you stick with BendPac, Rotary or Backyard Buddy (made in USA) you’re good to go.

Well, it is illegal in Florida and I find it hard to believe that NY, one of the most onerous tax states in the country, would not try to suck every last dime out of you. Here in FL, if you physically take delivery you pay the 6% sales tax, no exceptions. Most states have reciprocal...

It’s a standard portable scissor lift rated to 6600 lbs. The rollers are only on the rear section since the scissor action relies on the part moving back and forth. It’s very stable but requires a flat surface, which isn’t a problem for 99% of the garages in the US. This one is a Titan lift...

I have to believe Lotus’ dealer strategy will be tied more closely to the 132 and beyond. Considering the model run length and limited market for an ICE sports car their existing North American dealership footprint can support the projected volume. I’d expect them to grow through extension...

Yes, it is entirely state dependent. One thing to remember, servicing an EV is a completely different animal than an ICE vehicle. There are a lot of things the mobile service cannot do with Tesla. You have to bring it into one of their centers for any major work / issues. I imagine that list...

Got it, same with my dealer. Simple math vs. announced number of units and their FE allocation means my non-FE number should get called about a year from now for fall 2023 delivery.

You can’t assume the Tesla model with a company that already has franchised dealers in the US. Lotus would have to revamp their entire US legal entity much like they did in the UK to adopt anything approaching the Tesla model. And they will find that many states would bar them from doing...

Not sure how they will accomplish adding 10 dealers when they have nothing for them to sell for well over a year. Consider this, a new dealer pops up tomorrow and mysteriously Lotus frees up allocation for them. Someone walks in and plops down a deposit on March 19th and jumps to the front of...

Which is why my 1 year old $107,000 MSRP 718 Spyder is now commanding $140,000 in some US markets. Crazy times indeed.

How did you or the dealer arrive at that date? Lotus certainly isn’t publishing any expected delivery times.

I have no inside knowledge of the Lotus/Geely relationship but I do have decades of experience in the automotive industry and corporate worlds so here’s my take on this. If you want to get a first hand take on production build quality, materials, etc. just drop by your local Volvo or better...

Yep, had mine for about a year now and it’s everything I hoped it would be. I haven’t decided whether I’ll keep it when my numbers called but it certainly keeps me entertained while I wait.

2021 Diavel 1260S

Coming from a 2015 981 GTS with X71 suspension and a 2021 718 Spyder and loving them both I’m thinking the Sport suspension with Goodyear tires is the sweet spot for the street, for me. I will have a 2nd set of wheels and Cup2, Cup2R or Sport Maxx Race 2’s for track days. Best of all worlds.

I did confirm Lotus is sent all the deposit information and will require an explanation if someone places more than 1 reservation unless it’s at the same dealership. Good for them. In the Corvette and sometimes the Porsche world it’s the Wild West. Of course nothing prevents your significant...

https://dollarsandsense.sg/no-nonsense-explanation-on-why-cars-in-singapore-are-so-expensive/

I answered 1, 4 and 5 assuming an A/B comparison scenario. In a vacuum, just using memory then 4 is probably the only one for me.

1 4 5 But, with regard to #1, the more important number is “area under the curve” but 40 bhp is enough for this butt dyno to register.

Yes, they do but there is nothing that says I can’t buy 2 cars. In fact, there are a couple on this forum in the UK who have 2 deposits with Lotus directly. Their form even says if you want to buy more than one car enter an additional reservation. I’m not saying I’m going to do it or even...

I talked to Orlando, Naples and Charlotte today. All three are $2500 refundable, Naples and Charlotte convert the $2500 to non-refundable when your number comes up and they place the order with Lotus. I didn’t ask Orlando if there was a second deposit needed for order placement. All 3 sell at...

Like the title says, has anyone placed a refundable deposit with more than one dealer? Corvette and Porsche buyers do it all the time, just wondering if anyone here has. BTW, I’m considering it.

I believe JAX was only asking for the $5K which would get you on the list and an order when they had an allocation. What I am not prepared to do at this point is place a non-refundable deposit to get a position on a list. I absolutely understand them wanting to enter into a binding contract...

I spoke with Jacksonville and they are asking for the entire $5k deposit up front and it’s non-refundable. They got 9 FE allocations but are confident they will have base allocations available later in the summer / early fall so I could get an early ‘23 build. All deals are MSRP, no ADM. I’ll...

Thanks for the replies, I won’t discount Orlando and will reach out as I have yet to talk to either (still deciding how / if I want to do this). I’ll assume that unless someone falls off the list I’ve likely missed the window of opportunity for an FE allocation. Are either asking for ADM?

Hi guys. Completely new to Lotus, been driving and racing Porsche’s since ‘78 but I’ve always respected the Lotus driving DNA. I’ve become completely obsessed with the Emira now that I’m seeing on track reviews. Being new to Lotus I have no idea about dealers as I’m spoiled having dealt with...