I'm out - the cancellations thread

[lion shf]

This is my dealer, 60 minutes away. I have great confidence in them otherwise I’d go c8 or boxster

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[Lotustoronto]

This is my dealer, 60 minutes away. I have great confidence in them otherwise I’d go c8 or boxster

RDS Automotive Group | New Ferrari, Lamborghini, Bugatti, Porsche, McLaren Dealership in Newtown Square, PA

RDS Automotive Group sells and services Ferrari, Lamborghini, Bugatti, Porsche, McLaren vehicles in the greater Newtown Square PA area.

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would they provide you with a car if yours is in for service / offer the extra bit of service? To me that sometimes makes all the difference.

 

[Maurice R]

I think if you have a dealership that knows what they are doing and do not jerk you around then warranty and service will not be a problem.
Bought my Evora from Lotus of Dallas/ Earth Motor cars.
They have been amazing to work with
Had one warranty issue and they took care of it in no time. Took 3 weeks to get part shipped in, but as soon as it came in they called me. Fixed next day.
There is an issue on front headlight glass they called me to see if I had the problem and told me if so bring car in. I do not have that issue yet. Sevice manager said not too worry if problem arose as he ordered a number of the units so that they in stock
Also had a few silly things happen. Self inflicted and they fixed them for me immediately not question asked
They are great to work with and great people

 

[lion shf]

would they provide you with a car if yours is in for service / offer the extra bit of service? To me that sometimes makes all the difference.

May be a fib but as I questioned the wisdom of being an hour away, my salesman told me they pickup and drop off cars for service for free. It seems that this dealer‘s VIP service stance with their exotics is going to trickle down to my 80k Emira. If true I’m gonna be pumped
I think Lotus corporate is also super pumped to do business with such a heavy hitter (RDS not the rick)

 

[kratedisease]

May be a fib but as I questioned the wisdom of being an hour away, my salesman told me they pickup and drop off cars for service for free. It seems that this dealer‘s VIP service stance with their exotics is going to trickle down to my 80k Emira. If true I’m gonna be pumped
I think Lotus corporate is also super pumped to do business with such a heavy hitter (RDS not the rick)

most likely a BS fib/lie for sure. I was promised the same from two dealership sales people from two different brands ( Ranger Rover and Lincoln) and that promise disappeared as soon as I called for my first service.

The reply is usually.......

1) that salesman who promised you is no longer working here
2) we no longer honor that policy
3) we are short on staff and cannot do it anymore ( because we actually never did)

 

[lion shf]

most likely a BS fib/lie for sure. I was promised the same from two dealership sales people from two different brands ( Ranger Rover and Lincoln) and that promise disappeared as soon as I called for my first service.

The reply is usually.......

1) that salesman who promised you is no longer working here
2) we no longer honor that policy
3) we are short on staff and cannot do it anymore ( because we actually never did)

Well a week ago after us not chatting for 6 months he got me on the demo drive list [which filled up quick] so until he proves me wrong, I’m expecting vip treatment
let me guess Long Island?

 

[Pops68]

most likely a BS fib/lie for sure. I was promised the same from two dealership sales people from two different brands ( Ranger Rover and Lincoln) and that promise disappeared as soon as I called for my first service.

The reply is usually.......

1) that salesman who promised you is no longer working here
2) we no longer honor that policy
3) we are short on staff and cannot do it anymore ( because we actually never did)

I got it on my Lincoln but only because we bought the "Black Label". It almost makes it worth putting up with the rock hard seat bottoms......almost.

 

[Leonard]

Test drive last Friday

Based upon the above and a couple of other factors I cancelled my order at 7.30am this morning and in true "you couldn't make this up fashion" I have just received my Emira checkout email at 11.30am (no slight intended towards Lotus here, just impeccable timing).

Anyway I cant say that it hasn't been an interesting ride the last 18 months! And EVERYONE on this forum has been amazing, some great characters and massive enthusiasm for the brand, which is exactly what Lotus needs right now.

It is a shame the car didn't 'quite' hit the mark for me. I was never here to make money on the car if it didn't suit my requirements, so I hope my cancellation means that one lucky individual with a classy Nimbus build gets some good news in time for Xmas.

Take care all and enjoy those gorgeous looking cars

Merry Xmas
Leonard

PS I see @TomE is doing his own full group test! So will be back to see the fruits of his labour as an Evora GT410 is still most definitely a consideration Easter next year.

 

[digilotus]

Test drive last Friday

Based upon the above and a couple of other factors I cancelled my order at 7.30am this morning and in true "you couldn't make this up fashion" I have just received my Emira checkout email at 11.30am (no slight intended towards Lotus here, just impeccable timing).

Anyway I cant say that it hasn't been an interesting ride the last 18 months! And EVERYONE on this forum has been amazing, some great characters and massive enthusiasm for the brand, which is exactly what Lotus needs right now.

It is a shame the car didn't 'quite' hit the mark for me. I was never here to make money on the car if it didn't suit my requirements, so I hope my cancellation means that one lucky individual with a classy Nimbus build gets some good news in time for Xmas.

Take care all and enjoy those gorgeous looking cars

Merry Xmas
Leonard

PS I see @TomE is doing his own full group test! So will be back to see the fruits of his labour as an Evora GT410 is still most definitely a consideration Easter next year.

Sad news but at least you're back - hope you stick around!

 

[New to Lotus]

Same here Leonard I cancelled my dv with ice grey touring a few weeks back so I hope some lotus enthusiast gets an early Xmas . I hope lotus get this right I want them to succeed but the company has some improvement in cs especially.

 

[DJS]

Test drive last Friday

Based upon the above and a couple of other factors I cancelled my order at 7.30am this morning and in true "you couldn't make this up fashion" I have just received my Emira checkout email at 11.30am (no slight intended towards Lotus here, just impeccable timing).

Anyway I cant say that it hasn't been an interesting ride the last 18 months! And EVERYONE on this forum has been amazing, some great characters and massive enthusiasm for the brand, which is exactly what Lotus needs right now.

It is a shame the car didn't 'quite' hit the mark for me. I was never here to make money on the car if it didn't suit my requirements, so I hope my cancellation means that one lucky individual with a classy Nimbus build gets some good news in time for Xmas.

Take care all and enjoy those gorgeous looking cars

Merry Xmas
Leonard

PS I see @TomE is doing his own full group test! So will be back to see the fruits of his labour as an Evora GT410 is still most definitely a consideration Easter next year.

Top man Leonard, you have been a big part of the community on here and we are all grateful.

I have left my Emira deposit in for now but will unlikely go for the car, I'm car shopping every day for an alternative option but not going to rush anything.

The one thing Lotus needed to get right was the product itself, other than the looks they have failed i'm afraid.

Anyway what you thinking what are you going for?

 

[Leonard]

Top man Leonard, you have been a big part of the community on here and we are all grateful.

I have left my Emira deposit in for now but will unlikely go for the car, I'm car shopping every day for an alternative option but not going to rush anything.

The one thing Lotus needed to get right was the product itself, other than the looks they have failed i'm afraid.

Anyway what you thinking what are you going for?

I have a Polestar 2 being delivered in January now so that means I can concentrate on a purely weekend only toy now. The Emira was lacking the drama I was looking for in this regard.

Test drove the Alpine A110 and was very impressed. A lot more frenetic than the Emira, but I'm not ready for an auto just yet. Recommended for those that are though.

I am going to get my garage rebuilt and enlarged next year and then I can add something special that deserves/requires garaging.
981 Spyder
Evora GT410
Exige 390 Final Edition
Aerial Nomad
Sensibly upgraded older 911

Will possibly keep the GR Yaris until I decide, as it is a fun car for a blast/occasional track session. Yet equally as happy to be kept outside in the elements and not be mollycoddled

 

[Lotustoronto]

@Leonard - It's good to see you back! Certainly a shame to see you dropping out of the Emira. (go with the Exige 390 - It's already a classic)

Hope you stick around, your commentary has been missed.

 

[kratedisease]

Well a week ago after us not chatting for 6 months he got me on the demo drive list [which filled up quick] so until he proves me wrong, I’m expecting vip treatment
let me guess Long Island?

Yes Long Island, I am in Queens NYCity, the dealers were 40 mins away.

The lincoln dealer salesman promised the world and they never delivered but that was back 15 years ago, and then the Lincon dealership went out of business right after the market crash of 2009. The Land rover dealer also promised and then weaseled out and never did what was promised.

Its all verbal sales promises. Nothing is ever in writing,

BUT....Lincoln now DOES provide the pick up in writing if you by their black label cars.

 

[kratedisease]

This is a weird thread....

kinda like the elimination round in a tournament.

Who can go the distance and has the iron steel mental patience to wait for their car ?

Once you throw in the towel, you come here to do your post game interview and discuss why you threw in the towel and quit.

 

[Magicman]

Test drive last Friday

Based upon the above and a couple of other factors I cancelled my order at 7.30am this morning and in true "you couldn't make this up fashion" I have just received my Emira checkout email at 11.30am (no slight intended towards Lotus here, just impeccable timing).

Anyway I cant say that it hasn't been an interesting ride the last 18 months! And EVERYONE on this forum has been amazing, some great characters and massive enthusiasm for the brand, which is exactly what Lotus needs right now.

It is a shame the car didn't 'quite' hit the mark for me. I was never here to make money on the car if it didn't suit my requirements, so I hope my cancellation means that one lucky individual with a classy Nimbus build gets some good news in time for Xmas.

Take care all and enjoy those gorgeous looking cars

Merry Xmas
Leonard

PS I see @TomE is doing his own full group test! So will be back to see the fruits of his labour as an Evora GT410 is still most definitely a consideration Easter next year.

Good! One less Nimbus Emira in the area

 

[Leonard]

This is a weird thread....

kinda like the elimination round in a tournament.

Who can go the distance and has the iron steel mental patience to wait for their car ?

Once you throw in the towel, you come here to do your post game interview and discuss why you threw in the towel and quit.

I think its just a point of interest to see % of people still in and % of people out and why. Post game interview is a great way of putting it. As it may help someone elses game.

I am not going to go into a diatribe about why I have cancelled, don't see the point, especially as I'm generally seen on here as being negative in my outlook.

But in summary I simply cannot get on with the seats, it doesn't feel like 400bhp to me and because of this and the focus on comfort, its lacking a bit of drama. Apart from that it really is an amazing car! And those coming from slower cars and for whom the seats work for them, will love it

 

[Mistral]

I think its just a point of interest to see % of people still in and % of people out and why. Post game interview is a great way of putting it. As it may help someone elses game.

I am not going to go into a diatribe about why I have cancelled, don't see the point, especially as I'm generally seen on here as being negative in my outlook.

But in summary I simply cannot get on with the seats, it doesn't feel like 400bhp to me and because of this and the focus on comfort, its lacking a bit of drama. Apart from that it really is an amazing car! And those coming from slower cars and for whom the seats work for them, will love it

Regardless of whether the Emira is an amazing car and an absolute bargain at the price, it still has to be the right car for each of us to spend £80k, particularly if intending to keep it long term.

Depending on what you're looking for the Exige seems a good bet, not quite as fast as a Nomad but not as basic either. Whatever you decide you need something for the Peaks weekend next year!

 

[Tonyshepp]

I think its just a point of interest to see % of people still in and % of people out and why. Post game interview is a great way of putting it. As it may help someone elses game.

I am not going to go into a diatribe about why I have cancelled, don't see the point, especially as I'm generally seen on here as being negative in my outlook.

But in summary I simply cannot get on with the seats, it doesn't feel like 400bhp to me and because of this and the focus on comfort, its lacking a bit of drama. Apart from that it really is an amazing car! And those coming from slower cars and for whom the seats work for them, will love it

The great thing is that Lotus have attracted new customers to the brand to even consider a Lotus where in the past it wouldn't be on the shopping list. All opinions are valid and all our needs are different.

Time has dragged on with the release, more people have access to much more information to aid in their purchasing decision then we had back in March.
If the car had been released in March/June/ July we may have bought it ignorant of other information.

Your views aren't negative, they are balanced with your needs. Fast forward a year and it may be a different story - I'm even finding the shape of the new M3/M4 acceptable , back in March it was hideous
Times they are a changing

 

[RevMonkey]

The great thing is that Lotus have attracted new customers to the brand to even consider a Lotus where in the past it wouldn't be on the shopping list.

Yes, this is it. They will also sell every single car they make despite others saying that the car is not for them and then giving the reasons as it's not as fast as a Tesla, as loud as Concorde or as raw as a motorcycle.