USA/Canada Delivery Thread

[Nova]

You are right on that, another thing is where are the built USA cars going to sit till they go on the boat, outside or inside? rusty bolts and brakes anyone?

I am curious about that as well - are they going to produce the cars or hold off on production? If they are holding off on production, this would explain why we are seeing reported anecdotes of some UK production cars moving up in the expected delivery date.

 

[DF_Toronto]

Based on Harry’s video wasn’t the production line at something like 70-90% of target at the time? Even though it may not be 100%, 70% is still something…where are those cars going? Or are they just storing cars somewhere or paused the entire assembly line while the fix some major issues to avoid recalls?

 

[motorpool]

Just heard that Gator has sent an update with a good bit of info. Should be forthcoming shortly. No price increase for initial FEs, more FEs coming, and a bunch of other stuff I can't remember as the email was lengthy when read to me

 

[GetawayDriving]

From Tony at Gator! More stellar comms from the team at @GatorMotorsport . Big appreciation.

To those who've already placed your order for a First Edition V6 Emira

I'll rip off the bad news band-aid first.. There is a further delay to your delivery date. This is not because of production issues but a delay caused by emissions/safety certifications for U.S. market cars. As previously communicated, FE V6 production will begin in May & vehicles will start to arrive stateside at the end of July; however, they will not be released to dealers until all certifications are completed. This has been quoted between weeks 42-50 of this year (mid-October thru December). After that point, cars will be released from port proportionate to the previously mentioned timelines.

Good news.. I sent out confirmation a few weeks ago, but to confirm again, here was the statement made by Lotus Cars USA regarding FE V6 pricing ('1.0' only, explained later) in the US & Canada: The level of cost, particularly regarding production, supply chain, and logistics, has increased significantly and to the point where in certain markets, we have announced changes to the retail price. However, please be advised that this will not apply to US & Canada customers with FE V6 Emira orders already submitted to LCU and sitting within the production system. For these, the price will remain locked at $93,900 plus options and inland freight.

Possibly more good news.. I've received several requests to make edits to previously submitted orders. Lotus has not allowed this for some time but is considering a short period to allow minor changes. 'Minor changes' may include details like brake caliper color or tire choice (bolt-on parts, for example). Please do not expect to make a significant change like paint color or transmission choice. I will let you know if this opportunity becomes available.

Great news for those on the cusp of a First Edition V6 order allocation

Lotus has decided to increase the number of FE V6 Emira allocated to North America! An additional 600 cars will be given to our market, bringing the total production number for N.A. spec FE V6 Emira to 1,500. This means that a second batch of First Edition V6 Emira orders will be allocated to dealers and submitted to the factory (internally dubbed FE V6 2.0). Two significant changes for 'FE V6 2.0' orders are:

1. The starting MSRP has been increased to $105,400. Lotus has stated that since the Emira was revealed, production costs have increased by £12,000 (~$14,400) per vehicle. Thankfully, only a portion of the additional production costs have been passed on to the dealer & consumer.
2. 7 additional paint colors will be added to the palette for this batch of orders. All other available options & details for First Edition vehicles remain the same. I do not have official names or examples of these colors yet. The LotusCars.comconfigurator will be updated to include the new colors in the coming weeks.

We will contact deposit holders who have received an FE V6 '2.0' order allocation directly. Please note that we have not received the additional allocations yet, and it will likely be a few weeks before that occurs.

For all future variants: Base V6, FE AMG I4, and Base AMG I4

Many of you have asked about pricing on future Emira models. As of now, no decisions have been made nor communicated about this. A price adjustment is possible, but Lotus is waiting to configure this until closer to the production date of these vehicles. Material & logistics costs are regularly changing, up and down, so there could be an increase similar to FE V6 cars or no notable change at all. We won't know more until later this year.

Production in 2023 will be entirely dedicated to fulfilling both batches of FE V6 Emira. Production of future variants will begin in 2024, and approximately 2,000 cars will be produced for North America within the calendar year. The tentative timeline for 2024 is as follows: FE AMG I4 production January-April, Base V6 production May-December, and Base AMG I4 production August-December. All Emira produced in 2024 will be model year 2025 vehicles.

Some late depositors have been concerned about the ability to order an Emira before production ends.. Rest assured that you'll have the opportunity to order your Emira. Barring that legislation doesn't end production earlier; Lotus plans to produce the Emira until 2028.

More details on the AMG I4?

Many of you have been waiting for more information about the AMG I4.. We specifically asked for more customer/marketing materials (information, pictures, and videos) and were informed that these are currently a work in progress. It's typically a 5-month turnaround between order submission and production, so based on the above-described schedule, we should have more information for you by Summer.

Status of the factory

It appears that most of the supply chain & production issues have been alleviated. Lotus has stated that the production rate is around 80%-90% of capacity, and 100s of Emira are being built monthly. The most significant hurdle for most markets around the world, including ours, is currently type approval (emissions/safety certifications). This is a very complex process in the United States, and our market has some of the most stringent regulations. Lotus has been working on this for some time now but has had to make a few adjustments, pushing us back in the queue. This is ultimately what has caused the above-described delay.

Lotus Advanced Performance

L.A.P. is the division of Lotus that handles halo models like the Evija, motorsport cars like the Emira GT4, other special projects, limited editions, bespoke requests, and vehicle accessories. They've shared that bespoke customization for the Emira is coming at a later date, possibly as early as a year from now. In addition, around 30 different vehicle accessories for the Emira are in development, such as a sports exhaust and various carbon fiber parts. We'll share more information as it becomes available.

Emira Test Drive Event: Round #2

We received a lot of positive feedback from our Emira test drive event last November! We plan to host another test drive event this upcoming April or May. This will provide a longer test drive opportunity than we were able to provide before & more days to choose from for those whose schedules wouldn't cooperate last time. We'll send out invitations once we have more details and dates set.

Lotus Eletre, Type 133 Hyper-Sedan, and other future Lotus models

We saw a production-level Eletre and received lots of information about Lotus' future EV models. For the sake of brevity, I've excluded that information from this message. Please let me know if you are interested in the Eletre or 'Type 133' sedan, as I'd love to fill you in!

 

[Lotustoronto]

From Tony at Gator! More stellar comms from the team at @GatorMotorsport . Big appreciation.

To those who've already placed your order for a First Edition V6 Emira


Great news for those on the cusp of a First Edition V6 order allocation



For all future variants: Base V6, FE AMG I4, and Base AMG I4


More details on the AMG I4?


Status of the factory


Lotus Advanced Performance


Emira Test Drive Event: Round #2


Lotus Eletre, Type 133 Hyper-Sedan, and other future Lotus models

You the man! and Gator is awesome! - Very interesting turn of events with the additional F/E's at a nice higher premiuim.

 

[kitkat]

Adjustments due to emissions and safety, oh boy.

 

[GIN]

Thanks to @GatorMotorsport for the email update. I am not crazy about the delay and issues but it makes it easier knowing I have a competent, customer oriented dealer in my backyard to help with any issues that may arise.

 

[idleuser]

TLDR

1) 1st 700 FEs for NA is price protected. Shipping in Q4 2023.
2) 2nd batch of 600 FEs will be produced. Pricing starts at $105,400 (approx. 11% increase).
3) 2nd batch FEs will have 7 additional colors to choose from. Shipping in Q1-Q2 2024.
4) Base edition will ship out produced and shipped in Q3-Q4 2024
5) Lotus performance parts will be introduced later.

Taking the differences between 1.0 FE and 2.0 FE; Base edition will cost approximately MSRP 95,400 with 10k worth of options. 2.0 FEs are getting shafted and I feel that Lotus will have a hard time selling those 600 FEs considering Base Editions will be shipping 3 months after 2.0 FEs are done in Q2 2024.

It may be better just to wait for the Base Edition and use the extra money to add in LAP to get a better deal.

edit: 7 additional colors instead of 6. Thanks Eriegz

 

[NicolasB]

Adjustments due to emissions and safety, oh boy.

6,400 rpm redline coming in 3,2,1...

 

[dgrace]

Much appreciated @GatorMotorsport . I can't say I'm thrilled with the idea of cars sitting at the port for months before delivery.

 

[4MIR3]

"As previously communicated, FE V6 production will begin in May & vehicles will start to arrive stateside at the end of July; however, they will not be released to dealers until all certifications are completed. This has been quoted between weeks 42-50 of this year (mid-October thru December). After that point, cars will be released from port proportionate to the previously mentioned timelines."

So our batch 1 v6 FE's will be sitting at port for 2-3 months? (Aug, Sept, Oct)

Ports are subject to more weather due to their proximity to the ocean... Paint/Rotors are going to be subject to major corrosion.

 

[VL3X]

"As previously communicated, FE V6 production will begin in May & vehicles will start to arrive stateside at the end of July; however, they will not be released to dealers until all certifications are completed. This has been quoted between weeks 42-50 of this year (mid-October thru December). After that point, cars will be released from port proportionate to the previously mentioned timelines."

So our batch 1 v6 FE's will be sitting at port for 2-3 months? (Aug, Sept, Oct)

It would appear so. I knew this was going to happen. 😤

 

[VL3X]

So, 3 month delay makes first deliveries now June-July... Sort of what I was expecting but I'm still not confident that target will be met either. Why would I be? I can already see the port certification and delivery delays now.

 

[idleuser]

Imagine if all the cars sitting at the port needs retrofitting to pass certification... That would be a nightmare!!

 

[OneThreeOne]

Hmmm...

It would appear so. I knew this was going to happen. 😤

Porsche community is all to familiar to this scenario.

 

[Concept24]

I just received a notice from Lotus Cars USA, saying that "configuring and completing my order will be in the Fall". I had sent my reservation deposit in December of 2022 and had expected to configure in Q4 of 2024.
I wonder if this means my Base V6 would be an FE version at the much higher price.

 

[KCMO68_510]

Well, I'm going to go crazy wondering if my December 2021 order will be an FE2.0 or not.

 

[idleuser]

Well, I'm going to go crazy wondering if my December 2021 order will be an FE2.0 or not.

Depends on how close you are in the queue line at your dealership. I'm assuming the allocation for the next 600 FEs will be distributed in the same way as the 1.0 FEs. So that means dealerships are getting between 10-40 cars. So if your dealer is getting 10 and you're number 11...

 

[MIGZ]

Good info thank you for sharing.

 

[KCMO68_510]

Depends on how close you are in the queue line at your dealership. I'm assuming the allocation for the next 600 FEs will be distributed in the same way as the 1.0 FEs. So that means dealerships are getting between 10-40 cars. So if your dealer is getting 10 and you're number 11...

I think if I'm right I was like the 22nd order at my dealership overall. So I like to think I might get in, but in reality who knows.