delta3 Posted December 28, 2021 Report Share Posted December 28, 2021 usually cars built after july are designated next model year. so many FE's are 2022MY, as is my 390. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
TonyKL Posted December 28, 2021 Report Share Posted December 28, 2021 13 hours ago, Toqcars said: 2022 model? Really? Haven't they started the production line disassembly few days ago? 🙂 I don't think they quite managed to finish all the orders in time so some cars will leave the factory / be registered in 2022. Maybe they can disassemble the start of the line but I don't think all the cars are complete. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gold FFM jep Posted December 28, 2021 Gold FFM Report Share Posted December 28, 2021 Most if not all manufacturers start the new model year in August or September. I think this originated from Europe with the traditionally longer summer shutdown when model year changes could be incorporated on the factory production line. For example, a Porsche 928 built in September 1978 will be a MY79 (as shown on the chassis number). I assume some MY12 Evora were built in later 2011 as another more relevant example. Justin Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Exigo Posted January 1 Report Share Posted January 1 An Exige and a Landcruiser is a good option… 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post phrankeee Posted January 2 Popular Post Report Share Posted January 2 Hi everyone, just thought of sharing some pictures of my 420 that I took today, on my first drive in 2022. Got the car only a few weeks ago and I have done just over a 1000km. The car is brilliant and hopefully I will be able to exploit some more of its potential after the run-in service. One small issue I currently have is the extinguisher canister on the passenger side making a knocking noise. The dealership thinks there's something loose inside the canister and has agreed to replace it under warranty. Just wondering if anyone has had this issue before? And are there things to look out for when they carry out the replacement? Happy new year! 3 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seriouslylotus Posted January 2 Report Share Posted January 2 What fire ext is it? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpiritofLotus Posted January 2 Report Share Posted January 2 In my opinion that’s normal. There is a magnet to make sure the fire-extinguisher works properly regardless the car’s position (ex. upside down). Greets SoL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phrankeee Posted January 3 Report Share Posted January 3 22 hours ago, Seriouslylotus said: What fire ext is it? it's the Zero2000? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Seriouslylotus Posted January 3 Report Share Posted January 3 Quite normal for those to rattle as mentioned above Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phrankeee Posted January 3 Report Share Posted January 3 On 03/01/2022 at 00:31, SpiritofLotus said: In my opinion that’s normal. There is a magnet to make sure the fire-extinguisher works properly regardless the car’s position (ex. upside down). Greets SoL Ok I see, do you know if it's easy to take out the canister? Thanks Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SpiritofLotus Posted January 3 Report Share Posted January 3 No sorry, I don’t. I’m really picky with noises, but the rattling of the magnet is in my opinion only audible on very bumpy roads. And if you use the engine, you won’t hear it… Don’t forget, if there is a fire it probably won’t work correctly and you can’t order a new one 😉 I hope my answer doesn’t sound smart-alec, that wasn’t my intention. I just can’t write English… Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phrankeee Posted January 3 Report Share Posted January 3 Thanks for the reply, I don't think mine is a rattle sound, it's more like something loose rolling around inside hitting the metal canister, so it's actually quite loud even with moderate undulation of the car. Anyways the dealership has agreed to replace it with a new one, so I will see if it solves the problem and report back, cheers Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
390ja Posted January 19 Report Share Posted January 19 Howmanyleft has updated to Q3 numbers. Now showing the uk has 20x 390’s and 10x 420’s Interested to see what Q4 brings.. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Popular Post CM96 Posted January 24 Popular Post Report Share Posted January 24 Hi Guys, new to the forum here (and Lotus ownership). I make up one of the UK 420 owners, collected the car back in November from Hendy in Poole. See photos including one from a brake clean at weekend. Be interesting to see the final numbers on these and what the certificate of provenance says later on. 5 3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Bibs Posted January 24 Report Share Posted January 24 Congratulations, and welcome Quote 88 Esprit NA, 89 Esprit Turbo SE, Evora, Evora S, Evora IPS, Evora S IPS, Evora S IPS SR, Evora 400, Elise S1, Elise S1 111s, Evora GT410 Sport Evora NA For forum issues, please contact the Moderators. I will aim to respond to emails/PM's Mon-Fri 9-6 GMT. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Troyboy Posted January 24 Report Share Posted January 24 Very nice car. Enjoy. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
rs200evo Posted January 25 Report Share Posted January 25 Any reason the front number plate now sits higher on the car, and blocks the towing eye hole? Previous cups the plate sat lower allowing the eye to be in place permanently.... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gold FFM Paul_D Posted January 25 Gold FFM Report Share Posted January 25 Just a different front grill / number plate arrangement that the 410 and 430 have always had. I modified mine so the front plate can be held on with Velcro. Makes it quick to take off on track days to fit the tow hook. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toqcars Posted January 26 Report Share Posted January 26 (edited) I've bought the magnet holders that I can easily remove the registration plate before entering the track (that its not blocking the towing eye hole and not blocking air for cooling). Edited January 26 by Toqcars Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sam Downey Posted January 27 Report Share Posted January 27 What is that? An official option or aftermarket? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Toqcars Posted January 28 Report Share Posted January 28 In case you are asking me than yes, it’s an aftermarket. Magnets on the registration plate are rubberized to mitigate scratching. When removed (at least on the back), no screws/pins/clips are visible, because magnets are behind the frame/bumper. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Martrack Posted April 13 Report Share Posted April 13 On 03/01/2022 at 23:07, phrankeee said: Thanks for the reply, I don't think mine is a rattle sound, it's more like something loose rolling around inside hitting the metal canister, so it's actually quite loud even with moderate undulation of the car. Anyways the dealership has agreed to replace it with a new one, so I will see if it solves the problem and report back, cheers So, did it help ? I also have the Zero2000 extinguisher. On high speed turns, I can hear something rolling, I hesitate between little stones stuck somewhere in the chassis, or the noise of the magnet (according to what said previously above) rolling in the extinguisher itself, as it sometimes sounds metallic 🤔 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
phrankeee Posted April 13 Report Share Posted April 13 I had the extinguisher canister removed and the sound is gone. Lotus has agreed to get me a new one and see if there's sound in the new canister. I am still waiting for the new one to arrive. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JON leicester Posted April 23 Report Share Posted April 23 On 03/10/2021 at 14:34, tactical lizard said: You know that looks awesome there, but I remembered reading that someone had viewed a plum crazy and said it was a very flat colour in the light. That is what led me to discount the plum crazy as an option. I sort of don't want to see one in the flesh because I may end up regretting my choice of colour 😂 Be certainly worth keeping hold of yours for a while if its the only one in such a unique colour, I can't see these end of an era cars losing too much money in the long run. Had alacantra white 410, discounted racing green,plum and essex and burnt orange for various reasons went for nightfall blue with yellow calipers and stitching etc,its not stand out till the sun comes out,Then a presto see why i chose it 1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DangerousDave Posted April 24 Report Share Posted April 24 Anyone know how many psi the 390FE blower puts out? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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