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Argh, too much choice, all do things differently... - Ferrari California for cruising - Aston Martin Vantage maybe closest as a direct replacement for the Emira for me - Ford GT for muscle fun - Ultima RS (maybe even with an LT5 if I was feeling stupid) - Pretty much any McLaren for true...

Ha, I like it... Although not sure I can agree to always keep my cars clean!!

I threw a few quid into this SPAC last year as a bit of a laugh. Tapped out today at 40% up. Would never have been brave (/stupid?) enough to put any meaningful money into this, but pretty sure there would have been people who did. Honestly don't see this going anywhere but down in the longer...

This is VERY true!

Oh, you might not have realised, that post of mine was from June last year, not recent... I too am eagerly awaiting an I4 though!!

Ah, to me, you see, it's like the difference of going from a CRT TV to a 4K LED TV. Your watch analogy I can sort of understand, but I only wear my analogue watches very rarely, on special occasions, and I know they are a compromise, not overly functional and really just for show, all other...

I think I must be one of the few who really, really wouldn't want 'old school analogue dials'. However, a few more different layouts or customisation options would be a welcome addition, especially if not directly linked to drive mode selection.

Impossible to know, is so heavily based on your own position, objectives, risk position, potential depreciation, to name a few.... However, I would 'suspect' that leasing may not actually be that competitive compared to other financing solutions. Buying outright is a different proposition...

Sounds like the damping may be too harsh/stiff for your preferences - If anyone has ever had a car with adjustable dampers, you will know how jarring the car can become if you set the dampers too hard. Lots of modern cars with electro-magnetic adjustable dampers tend to have a track-focused...

I love the lines of the Emira sans wing... But, I do believe, with the 'right' wing, it could look more aggressive. Just not sure I have seen the 'right' one yet. Would love to see a few options actually fitted and being driven about before making up my own mind!

It might even be 'possible' that they may be delivering V6 auto and I4 FEs at same time as initial base models

I would say that is highly unlikely. Lotus will continue to fulfil V6 Auto and I4 FE orders globally. Also, very much doubt they have finished producing V6 manual FEs just yet.

We get very mixed winter weather in the UK, can range from well below zero C up into the teens (as it is today), but also generally raining and wet. Can make choosing the correct tyres to run through winter somewhat difficult (pure winter tyres are only really appropriate for short periods...

Or get the i4 with DSG, or better still, get an EV. I wouldn't want to be launching a relatively high powered manual too many times, for sure!! You will definitely benefit from in-gear acceleration improvements though.

I noticed the same thing on the dealer demo car I test drove a year ago, I suspect this will become common over time and usage. Looks very much like corrosion spots to me ☹️

This is such a good idea, physical buttons are much better than capacitive touch controls... Great to see there is a direct replacement too. Would be good to get part numbers and where to source (for shipping outside of china).

This falls into the 'epic' car category for me... Lovely car. Would love one in my collection... One day, maybe!

A video rather than photos, but this is my exact colour combo, so couldn't resist posting here... [Edit: Not keen on the presentation style, or the accuracy of some of the things he says, but some good angles of the car]

Petrol & tyres

It's the little things - That looks sooo good... I am so tempted to get the extra door panel bit re-trimmed in red leather when mine finally arrives. I am getting red leather interior too. Like the original interior renders, but they changed to black leather on production cars. Would be...

My first ever track day car was a 1995 Toyota MR2. Whilst that was nowhere near as powerful as the Emira, it was mid-engined and RWD, and it taught me a LOT about driving dynamics, driving on the limit and just how dramatic things can get when you nudge over the limit. It is due to all of the...

Officially confirmed as gift...

Personal opinion: steer clear... Having run track cars for many years, personal experience with bluestuff pads on an RX-8, I had 3 sets, all worn down to the backing plates within a day on track each time (admittedly very hard driving). For balance, I do know other people who run bluestuff...

White with red interior is an iconic colour combo in my opinion (brings to mind NSX Type-R among others). Would be a strong colour combo choice for me. The interior will still have plenty of black in it, so that colour mix wins in my eyes. Also, really not a fan of alcantara... Plus you lose...

Lambos have always looked 'fat', whereas the Emira looks 'slim'... In person the Emira isn't a 'small' car though, especially if you see one next to an elise

I will definitely be interested in a 'nicer looking' engine cover, possibly real carbon fiber, or possibly something painted / hydro-dipped (though not fake carbon fiber for me). Will be interesting to see how many full carbon fiber parts come out (not just stick-on covers).

I will certainly be considering a future edition, maybe a final edition of sorts, or something sooner... Really interested in what they do with the I4 tbh

OMG, that is terrible, definitely AI generated, and has been proof read by the non-car-guy intern (or perhaps just the usual sales team). Too many errors it is laughable! Anyone with a deposit there, be very worried when you have to go back for any service work... You'll get the car back with...

Overall, I sort of like it, but I think the shape is perhaps too 'smooth'? Love the doors, side profile looks pretty good, rear is so-so, but front I just don't get, looks like a squinting fish with its tongue poking out 😝

Now THAT is a "rest room"!! Seriously though, a micro sink on top of the cistern... who even thinks of this stuff???

Great milestones for a great forum!

Unlike the Emira, which is impossible to find an 'ugly' angle, the Eletre does look a little strange in some pictures from some angles... however, having seen a few in the flesh at Goodwood earlier this year, personally I think it is a gorgeous car in the flesh

Tbh, I was sort of hoping mine wouldn't be built/delivered yet, hoping for a bit more time for early teething troubles to be sorted, but not going to turn it down now!

Got same email yesterday, saying Oct build. I am a Jan 2023 deposit, so seems like they will be building a whole batch of I4's shortly!

Too subjective... One person could say that Nimbus grey is a horrid beige-like colour, but sure enough the next person along wil wax lyrical how it is absolutely the perfect colour for showing off the complex body shapes and how it changes in various lights. Beauty really is in the eye of the...

Looks even better in person than in pics/videos... The shape, the lines... One of the best proportioned and best looking cars... At any price point... Ever. The details in the headlights are amazing. Looks wider than it actually is (probably a consequence of the shape and low roof). Steering...

Utter heresy!! 😉 I say seats without the stupidly large headrests, which are totally unnecessary, and somewhat awkward for taller people. Also +1 for coloured seatbelts.