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You think they are just because of Goodwood, or that they maybe hired a new intern and we can expect more general emails going forward? All speculation (as with 90% of this forum) but I am hoping it wasn't just event specific. I am probably wrong though.

Yeah, there is definitely much to be desired still, but I thought it was a step in the right direction as you said. Hoping that if we take notice of the slight improvements, maybe more will follow? Probably foolishly optimistic, but now I know that we have eyes on us, I gotta watch what I say or...

I am from the Northeast US and got them (obviously), and my dealer also only required $2500 with no second deposit, just purchase on delivery! Hmmmm...

I know one of the big things we complain about is the lack of communication from Lotus and the quality of customer service, but I received 3 emails from corporate in the week between June 28 and July 5, which is more than I had total up to this point. I know maybe it wasn't the message we want...

Well, I'm 25, but I may be middle-aged by the time the car's go out for delivery, so I better start listening to these recommendations I guess! :p

Agreed, that is the one that I was most excited to see!

We all know about the delays to the production/ delivery of the Emiras and everyone is very anxious to have more solid timeframes, but has anyone heard of a plan at Lotus for when vehicles actually need parts AFTER delivery? Maybe they always have a certain percentage on standby to send to...

Okay, as long as it is a typical screw up and not only me who didn't get a reference number haha! Thanks

Did your email have a reference number? Mine just said "Your reference number: " and then nothing... maybe I should check up on that just to make sure nothing is wrong?

Incoming video from Lotus about 4-6 week delays in puzzle delivery, and puzzles that feature automatics or silver rims will be extra late due to piece shortages!

Do you consider trying to keep my current daily-driver barely running a project car? If so, tack on a rusty old Civic EP3 Si that I found on craigslist a few years ago for the cost of an Emira deposit :LOL:

Daily in the summers... wouldn't dare let an Emira see salty winters (not to mention clearance)

I think that is a different kind of scary... that's more of an "I'm going to get run off the road" than an "I'm going to get blown off the road"

I think this is a slightly outdated perception of tuner culture. That may be close to "stance" culture, which still involves slammed cars and widebodies, but most tuners of the 90s have grown up and now they can build some scary capable, respectable rides. Plus, I've heard more than once, the...

I have driven an Evora 400, but that is the only Lotus I have driven. I loved it, hence my interest and determination to get a driver's car, but wasnt blown away by the quickness (again, not what the car is for and I wasnt expecting to be) but I wouldnt want an Emira to be much slower in a...

As I had said and you highlighted, I am very drawn to the Evora and Emira because of the 2GR engines. I, and family members, have had these before in multiple applications and they have been super solid and always felt like they were begging to be pushed harder than they were allowed to be, and...

My strongest options are, in general order: Emira, used Evora GT, 718 GTS, and manual Supra. Also have considered and ruled out Atom, C8, Z, and 718 GT4. Was also advised to consider and test drive some in the 981 line. My biggest criteria is analogue driver experience, so obviously handling...

You are definitely right, the Emira certainly looks better... but that isn't my primary criteria, and I am not sure it is enough to offset the other factors. Was hoping for the amazing looks and AT LEAST not a downgrade in performance from the previous gen. Would be a more unique experience...

I agree that it is relevant to a decent extent, especially in this price point. When I was much younger I had a Mazdaspeed6 with some mods and a cobb tune that could pump out similar numbers to 60 (mind you it had AWD so launches were easier) but it costed me $9k. Obviously cornering was like a...

I can say if I had 8 months, I would not want a corvette, not as sure about the Porsche! I suppose there is something to be said about a return on investment (even a negative one). The value will definitely never be zero, especially with an mid engined, manual, ICE car the way the automotive...

It has been brutal, but luckily I have recently steadied out at just one job, my engineering career. I would never do it again. It was draining on my body and mind, as you said, and was not sustainable forever, but it started out of necessity for my family and worked its way from there. Very...

It seems like the general consensus is to test drive as many options as possible and not be rushed. Perhaps I have been feeling a bit rushed on this decision when you and others have pointed out, there is plenty of time. Just used to always going at this point, need to take a step back and breathe.

Exactly, and there is something to be said about getting a new car with your own customized specifications, but like you said maybe that isnt worth the compromises otherwise vs getting a more serious used GT car that maybe isnt exactly how you want, but could deliver a better experience.

You are not the only one to tell me to go the Porsche route, and I have test driven a couple 718 variants but no 981s. Maybe I should give that a shot, as well, before the Emira test drive. And you are definitely right, I should relax and enjoy the journey a bit more than I have been.

I plan to only track once or maybe twice a year, so that is a valid point. As long as I wont come near the limits in spirited (or occasionally above spirited) backroad driving, I may be getting a bit worked up over what is a non-issue in my case 95% of the time, regardless of what car I end up...

I am relatively new to the forum but been watching from afar (placed deposit April 2022, not due to lack of interest sooner), but wanted to get some feedback from others. It seems like there have been a lot of individually small compromises that have come out with the Emira over time that alone...

Hi, This is my first time posting on this forum, I put a deposit down a month or two ago and mostly just like to read what others are saying. I did just get an email back from my dealership today coincidentally that said the base v6 configurator options (new colors, etc) are set to be live...