This is definitely the spec I'm looking at. Also an approval colour from the wife. Lol Yellow too. Thats really the most important thing. Lol. I just need to convince her of the manual over the i4.....
If i saw this floating around Bell-vegas I'd be floored.
I have been OCD-ing over the emira for a while. To me it seems to be the perfect balance. Minus power. I want some more out of it, but with a few bolt ons, I feel, I'll be in my happy spot.
How has maintenance costs been? My daily's have been audi for years, so I understand euro costs. Just recently switched one to a tundra, so it has been softened. - maybe.
Any of the standard issues? Hvac/ac, wind noise, steering buttons, etc that all the reviews mention?
Still super happy with it?
Why did you choose this over anything else in the price point?
I'm pretty sure my mind is set....as it's lines are beautiful.
Sounds like you put some miles on it...still keeps a smile on your face?
Buy anything recently from GRP since the tariffs hit?
I briefly talked to Paul the other day. I think it was Paul. Seemed nice. I'm probably going down the path of a low milage resale to save on lux tax, and maybe a little on cost. Near the top of my budget. Especially if I'm going to go drop another 10-15k on mods.
That's my story.
Welcome to the Forum and good luck finding someone local to talk to and good luck buying your Emira.
"Emira issues:" there are plenty of Forum postings easily found by searching "problems" but below is one I think quite informative:
Anyone have zero issues and are racking up the miles?
www.emiraforum.com
Keep in mind that the issues are amplified somewhat, like they are on any Forum dedicated to a specific vehicle, which attracts unhappy owners who post about their problems. That's not to diminish those problems, but I've belonged to other car Forums and if you unduly focus on all the complaints and think each of them will happen to your vehicle, you'd likely never buy one.
Maintenance costs: reasonable IMO and moreso if you're a DIY person. The V6 Toyota Corolla engine helps reduce costs, since you're able to (for example) purchase Toyota OEM oil filters and can choose from several reasonably priced synthetic oils. That applies to many other Toyota engine components. You may save on maintenance costs by avoiding a dealer and finding a shop familiar with British cars and Lotus in particular.
Modifications: the Forum is great for ideas and in many cases, provides invaluable advice for DIY people, both about what to buy and how to do the mods.
GRP: sadly, I've put any further purchases from GRP "on pause" due to tariffs. The ship and foreign exchange is bad enough, but the tariffs were the last straw. Contact Greg at GRP (the owner) if you're looking for up-to-date details on what happens at the border with Canadian orders. He's very approachable/helpful/responsive.
I've had my V6 manual transmission Emira for over 15 months and with over 12,000 problem-free km now (daily driver, except winter) I ++ enjoy getting behind the wheel each time. Even driving to/from work, is "a fun occasion" which I look forward to, as part of my day. Tracking it brings the "fun factor" to a whole new level. Finally, consider shopping around if you don't mind sleuthing and potentially paying for ship. You may save some dough that way, especially with winter around the corner when some owners will be trading in their Emiras, if you don't mind waiting another month or so. Hope this helps out.
