Generous man with Esprit sought...

[JayEmm]

Hi guys,

Most of you will know about my Evora 400 and what I'm up to with it. For those that don't, pop over to the Evora section where I'm keeping a running thread of my ownership from Day 1, with an accompanying video diary on Youtube (www.jayemm.com)

One thing I want to do is to compare the car with other cars that may appeal, but doing things in a slightly unusual manner. So my last video compared it with a Ferrari 355, slightly unfair given one is 21 years old and the other is 21 days but both now cost the same it seems. Soon I want to compare the car against a hot hatch, then an M3, etc...

One car I would love to do a comparison with, but have no direct access to, is an Esprit. Preferably it would be great to compare with a V8 because in terms of "most powerful Lotus" the V8 has only just handed over the mantle to the new 400. Given the fact any new Esprit is probably some way off, the Evora now inhabits the role the Esprit did of Lotus' flagship. It'd be great just to spend some time with the cars side-by-side and see just how far Lotus have come. What would be absolutely amazing is being able to drive said Esprit, for which I'd happily exchange seat time in the 400, but failing that just an opportunity to get up close and personal with one would be great. I've seen a few at meets but not had the time to properly explore one.

If there is anyone out there who may be able to help, or knows someone who can, I would love to know!

Thanks everyone

[hopo]

Hi Jay,

I watched your Ferrari 355 and Evora vid just last night and have to say that I was thinking exactly the same thing! a comparison with a Late V8 would be superb. There is also very little on these cars online which is a shame so it would be great to see some modern footage/review. Alas I cannot help with a late V8 but could possibly assist with a Guigaro Turbo esprit at some point.A sport 350 would probably be the best comparison. Good luck with the search!

Really enjoying the vids, keep up the fantastic work.

 

Regards,

 

Jon

 

 

[purso]

Hi james dependent on time and location id be happy for you to do a comparison with my car. Drop me a pm

[swindon_alan]

Deffo Brooke's! As close as you will get to one of the last Esprits and with an awesomely low mileage to boot. That would be a brilliant comparison to a nearly new Evora, James.

I will offer mine as well but it is an early V8 with 57k on the clock. Anyway, if you get stuck..!

[purso]

Thanks Alan, very kind words, I think with the time money and expertise that has gone into your car not to mention the awesome colour, awi mono blocks and wrap around dash James wouldn't go far wrong with yours, I just had a little less to do than you today hence a speedy response

[JayEmm]

Sometimes the internet really comes through. Comparison of Evora 400 & Esprit V8 has been arranged. I'm personally really excited about this one because I've never even been in a moving Esprit. Truly iconic car those. Will be interesting to see if I agree with the period assessment of the V8 and the Ferrari too, as I've recently driven that.

Best get swotting up, where's that massive tome on the Esprit got to...

[swindon_alan]

Ha, trying very hard to resist the temptation to say something about the comparison and Esprit V8s and to queer the pitch!

SHUT UP ALAN!!!!!!

Leave the man alone and let him form his own opinions! Perhaps we should lock this thread now

[purso]

Obviously no sane man would ever choose any car other than an esprit  its only through fear that they wouldn't look cool enough driving one why anything else sits on peoples drives  

Having said that I should probably kidnap James evora hostage until the video is released with the correct conclusion  

[swindon_alan]

Ha ha ha love it Brooke!

[JayEmm]

14 minutes ago, BP81 said:

Having said that I should probably kidnap James evora hostage until the video is released with the correct conclusion  

It should be said that I will be comparing the cars entirely on completely relevant things like number of turbos, number of wiper blades and number of exhausts to decide a clear and honest winner

I would love to know a little bit more about the V8's engine and specifically the troubles the early one had. I do believe it was fixed quite early on, is that right? Any links to threads with interesting tid bits of information always appreciated!

[Chillidoggy]

Generous man with Esprit sought...

 

Where's Barry?

[purso]

damn it!!!!!!! i thought it was going to be the important stuff like how many sunroofs each car has and does it have a radio ariel?

[JayEmm]

Also valid points. Equally important as prominence of spoiler and number of cylinders

[swindon_alan]

16 minutes ago, JayEmm said:

I would love to know a little bit more about the V8's engine and specifically the troubles the early one had. I do believe it was fixed quite early on, is that right? Any links to threads with interesting tid bits of information always appreciated!

Early ones had cylinder liner problems and the single clutch plate wasn't up to much. As in mine was originally a Lotus director's car and they put a completely new engine in at 7k miles! Most early V8s had the upgraded twin plate AP clutch setup retrofitted as well.

6 minutes ago, ian29gte said:

Where's Barry?

Come on Ian, leave him alone please. He is sat in his engine cavity cross legged, gently rocking backwards and forwards, sobbing...

[rizla603104]

got an S4 in Newmarket....?

[JayEmm]

Alright, form an orderly queue gentlemen.

Anyone interested in getting their cars or themselves on camera, please do PM me. I will have the first "owner profile" video up sometime next week, with hopefully many more to follow. Let's see how much brand awareness we can build. Take some weight off poor old Bibs' shoulders

[ChrisJ]

There'll be a number of Esprits - both G & S (no S4s or v8s I think - they all look the same to me  ) - at the next Herts/Essex/Cambs meet on Thursday 9th.
 

 

 

[JayEmm]

Excellent. I keep waiting for the relevant thread to appear in the H/E/C section so I know what the venue is this time round.

[purso]

Chris clean your mouth out with soap and water!!!!!!

[ChrisJ]

It's got to have the sharp edges

 

@JayEmm - I think it is going to be here http://lionandlamb.co.uk - @pete will post up over the weekend confirming the location.

[Barrykearley]

On 1 June 2016 at 12:23, ian29gte said:

Generous man with Esprit sought...

 

Where's Barry?

Still wondering if a miracle might occur..... 

today could well be the day.

i have nothing left to be generous with.....blood sweat or money

On 1 June 2016 at 12:28, swindon_alan said:

 

Come on Ian, leave him alone please. He is sat in his engine cavity cross legged, gently rocking backwards and forwards, sobbing...

@swindon_alan I really don't like being watched or spied on at these sensitive times..

[JayEmm]

The most sincere thanks to Brooke, @BP81, top chap and a genuine enthusiast. Thoughts, feelings, more photos and videos will follow next week. What a great day.

[CocoPops]

Top job.

out of interest, when was the last Espirit registered?

[purso]

I had so much fun thank you James!! Was uber interesting seeing your reactions to the esprit and such a blast getting a go in the 400 what a machine!!!

For the record James was a very respectful driver of the esprit if anyone else has anything interesting to do anymore 400 versus (fingers crossed a gt4 turns up) type content

[swindon_alan]

31 minutes ago, JayEmm said:

The most sincere thanks to Brooke, @BP81, top chap and a genuine enthusiast. Thoughts, feelings, more photos and videos will follow next week. What a great day.

What a brilliant photo!

Well done gents, look forward to the write up, vids and all that