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.......replied to random surveys.
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Thread title made me wonder if this was about Boris refusing to resign.
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The Phil Spec was introduced exactly because Lotus had strayed, just a tad, towards firmer suspension on Evora. Logically as they couldn't sell them in large enough numbers so they looked to chase the more 'hard core' buyer, starting with Sport 410 in 2016.
Phil Spec, originally a US car with more compliant suspension akin to S1, was launched in UK at the request of Phil P.
I like all Evora set-ups but I always considered smooth ride/great cornering a Lotus USP so would take S1 ride over others if forced to choose.
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White rose. ❤️
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I think listed on TLF classified too.
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Happy Bibsday Leader. Have a short holiday.......................................................did you enjoy it?
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Nothing to do with the fact he part owns the company auctioning the car.....
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Yep, most are fine on clutch. The failure rate was notable on a part that should last min 50,000 miles and is an expensive fix on Evora. Even 5% failure is too many but Lotus fixed the issue and certainly MY12 appear to be as it should be. I have no issue with a brand new model having some teething problems.
I had a clutch failure on Ford GT (05) at 23,000 miles. Ford replaced FOC without hesitation saying it was a part failure from new. I was surprised at this generosity.
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47 minutes ago, exeterjeep said:
Thought you were sliming down the collection? Or just a swap.
May be picked up by another dealer, who knows more about the brand?
I'm weak. 😄
A swap.
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1 hour ago, Sharpey said:
Why would the Sytner one need a new clutch after 9k?
Can be lack of use, I've had a few cars needing new clutch due to previous low mileage (judder). And early Evora had known clutch failure issues on a small but significant %, so it's not surprising.
The car is now sold. I was second in line as I was attracted to a lower miler.
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GMA and the Group of companies are doing a lot more than the V12 cars. Electrification is very much a part of it, as is innovation elsewhere.
If you appreciate Lotus, you should be in awe of GMA. Lightweight is the key and they want to show the big manufacturers that fat cars are bad.
If you don't appreciate the pinnacle of low mass sports cars, fair enough but those cars are only a small part of the projects that Gordon Murray Group are pursuing.
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This is great, though a bit OTT from Dario.
So fascinating, the project GMA are on. Living history, a very special time we are witnessing.
Justin
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The graphics are close but no cigar. Rear gold line detail, trying to copy Esprit profile, doesn't work for Evora curves, that needs resolving.
It needs LF1 style interior tweaks, some gold threads and leather.
The World Championship badges rear and inside just don't work.
Commercially, not worth doing but it would look fab with some adjustments.
Lovely to see.
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6 hours ago, Ba55uma said:
http://www.autotrader.co.uk/car-details/202205195883882?atmobcid=soc3
Another IPS, although the ad is misleading and says manual.
It says registered in 2015, but car looks like pre MY12 Evora.
And it says Evora S but looks like a NA.
Odd. Definitely pre-12 interior but centre console trim black not aluminium finish. Retro graphics to mimic S2 Esprit World Championship commemorative are aftermarket not factory.
Wheels are I think S wheels, not sure they did those on NA? Car appears to be NA, tax band seems to confirm.
Interesting to know the history of how it ended up looking like this and registered 2015. I should call the seller but I'm not sure they will know.
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S1 Elise probably Lotus greatest ever road car. I don't think I could be without one.
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LF1 is a cracker. As factory though.....Evora LE never had gold wheels from Hethel and as a seller, I'd revert to original to maximise selling price.
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9 hours ago, Greg | ValetPro said:
I'll be interested to see how quickly this sells. Seems value but I wonder if many buyers are looking for more originality and issues fixed.
If it were mine, I'd fix the airbag, return wheels to original colour, remove sticker to tailgate, more information in text and price at £30k or thereabouts assuming the paintwork is decent and FSH.
It should sell quickly as none of the jobs above should amount to more than £3k.
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Not a 12c. 570 I suspect.
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On 13/05/2022 at 22:22, Ba55uma said:
https://www.pistonheads.com/buy/listing/13367834
Nice one came up at Will B. Who ever is looking, grab it.
Airbag needs fixing. I don't understand why reputable Lotus sellers advertise cars with known defects. Fix them before advertising or mention in the blurb.
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The market is skewed presently due to supply chain issues on new cars. So perhaps 400's are a bit toppy. In normal conditions, I'd have expected to see a 2016 400 at £40k or thereabouts by now. One did sell for £38k but was resold weeks later for £46k (Jan 21).
The bargain Evora are Sport 410 and early NA are still value.
I agree, I probably wouldn't buy a 2019 onwards presently at prices asked (except the Sport 410 at £68k now under offer) but that is less Emira related, more supply chain effect.
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50 minutes ago, Techyd said:
As soon as the base Emira comes out, I would suspect Evora prices will have to tumble, no ones going to want to pay on or near Emira money for an Evora with perhaps only the special ones (GT430) making some exceptions.
I don't agree. Emira is heavy and has less BHP than 410 onwards.
Emira will have zip effect on early Evora, a successful Emira may even harden prices for those as awareness is raised.
+2/luggage capacity very important to many Evora owners. Post-2016 Evora are still depreciating (except 430) but I don't see any clean 400 or 410 'tumbling' in value due to Emira.
If they do, I'll happily pick up another so I don't mind either way.
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Early NA are fabulous. All you need in reality and prices are hardening.
Sport 410 is brilliantly bonkers but easily usable daily if you don't need rear seats. Prices insanely low, £30k less than 430, which can't last as folk wake up to Sport 410.
You'll love the NA, I hope to never sell mine.
Justin
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Welcome.
There is a stonking value Sport 410 at Silverstone Lotus.
Evora a special car. As is Exige.
Justin
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I look forward to your G spots.
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I have never…
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......not owned a Lotus since 1992.