4exige 100 2 Vehicles Report post Posted January 25, 2017 Hi Folks I've done it! i orderd by Lotus Munich a brand new Lotus Evora 400. The 400 will replace my Exige S V6 because i would often drive out with my kids (2 and 4 Years) and my lovley wife . My Evora will look like the yellow Sport 410. At the beginning I was not quite sure if the Evora is the right thing for me. But after a few test drives the 400 convinced me fully. I was afraid that I have too little performance against my exige. But then I drove the 400 with automatic and I was totally excited. it was mind blowing for me and i would carefully say that your are pretty faster with the 400 automatic then a normaly Exige S V6 with 350BHP. The new automatic is not comparible to the old IPS. it's must faster and more precise than the old one. Big thanks to Stephan Carsten and his team Lotus Munich for the greate support. also thanks Lotus for realize my special wishes. Also thanks Jayemm (James Martin) for the greate youtube channel. you made my decision much easier . And also bibs for your test of the 400 My Order: Color: Solid Yellow with black pack and black stripes on the site. i also orderd the rear Spoiler in full black paint and the service pannel at the front. Transmission: Automatic Wheels: Black forged wheels Interior trim: Alcantara with yellow stiching an yellow parts (same as 410). Steering wheel also in alcantara Other options: yellow brake calipers, lotus and lotus evora letters at the back in black. BR Stefan 13 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
CocoPops 827 Report post Posted January 25, 2017 Welcome to 400 ownership... (almost!) When is it due? Quote Currently Owned: 2018 Lotus Elise Sport 220 in Metallic Blue, Alcantara Pack, Forged Wheels, 2piece brakes, AirCon, Hard/Soft Tops, Red Calipers, Stereo, Interior Colour Pack, NVH Pack, Carpets, Mats. Previously Owned: 2016 Lotus Evora 400 'Hethel Edition' in Essex Blue, Red Leather, Red Calipers, Silver Forged Wheels Previously Owned: 2010 Lotus Evora NA in Solar Yellow, Sports Pack, Tech Pack, "Heritage Edition" Recaro Seats Follow my Lotus journey here: http://www.FaceBook.com/HandmadeInHethel Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
4exige 100 2 Vehicles Report post Posted January 25, 2017 2 minutes ago, CocoPops said: When is it due i hope march or april Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
DaveC72 735 Report post Posted January 25, 2017 Massive congratulations - sounds epic! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Bibs 10,078 4 Vehicles Report post Posted January 25, 2017 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. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
silverfrost 1,387 Report post Posted January 25, 2017 Great news Stefan, know that is something to look forward to. Quote A Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
ramjet 1,026 Report post Posted January 25, 2017 And you want me to be happy for you? Bah! Humbug! 1 Quote All we know is that when they stop making this, we will be properly, properly sad.Jeremy Clarkson on the Esprit. Opinions are like armpits. Everyone has them, some just stink more than others. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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Stuno1 317 Report post Posted January 25, 2017 Sounds epic, being able to customise the car like you have is so great! Look forward to pics. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Neal H 779 1 Vehicles Report post Posted January 25, 2017 Congratulations! I'm with you on the auto gearbox, I wanted a manual until I test drove the auto. Neal (another ex V6 Exige owner) 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
JayEmm 1,271 Report post Posted January 25, 2017 Uh-oh, another 400 owner I'm responsible for Herzlich Wilkommen Stefan! Ich bin sicher Sie werden es lieben! 2 Quote James Martin (JayEmm) Director of Photography & Car Enthusiast Follow my Lotus adventure online! www.jayemm.com Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
4exige 100 2 Vehicles Report post Posted January 25, 2017 1 hour ago, Stuno1 said: Sounds epic, being able to customise the car like you have is so great! Look forward to pics. Sure! Pics are coming in April.... hope so 1 hour ago, JayEmm said: Uh-oh, another 400 owner I'm responsible for Herzlich Wilkommen Stefan! Ich bin sicher Sie werden es lieben! Yes thanks Martin for your channel and your tips... I love the video where you pick up the Evora and hope that you show more 400 videos for the next time? i need some stuff to watch till my evora arrive Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
French Frie 401 Report post Posted January 25, 2017 Congrats ! great configuration ... BTW, I was just thinking of that this morning : is it possible to order a 400 with 410 bucket seats ? I assume it would add some sportiveness, without going for the whole 410 stuff ... and they look so good ! 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
4exige 100 2 Vehicles Report post Posted January 25, 2017 9 minutes ago, French Frie said: Congrats ! great configuration ... BTW, I was just thinking of that this morning : is it possible to order a 400 with 410 bucket seats ? I assume it would add some sportiveness, without going for the whole 410 stuff ... and they look so good ! Hi Olivier My thinking was first that i order a 410 with 2+2. My dealer asked Lotus whether that is possible but Lotus says NO! The 410 is homologated as 2+0. So i configure the 400 as a yellow 410. To Answer your question: I think its no Problem for your Dealer to order a 400 with bucket seats. but then you have to order a 2+0 because then you can not get into the back seats... Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
French Frie 401 Report post Posted January 25, 2017 good point, Stefan ! but then, you may use some rocking frame to tilt the whole bucket forward, as it exists for Recaro buckets on old Porsche : http://www.classiccarseats.com/tilting-brackets.php I use them on my old 912 with bucket seats ... 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Colin P 540 Report post Posted January 25, 2017 20 minutes ago, 4exige said: Hi Olivier My thinking was first that i order a 410 with 2+2. My dealer asked Lotus whether that is possible but Lotus says NO! The 410 is homologated as 2+0. So i configure the 400 as a yellow 410. To Answer your question: I think its no Problem for your Dealer to order a 400 with bucket seats. but then you have to order a 2+0 because then you can not get into the back seats... Any bets on how long it takes @C8RKH to post 1 Quote A Lotus is for driving, pork is for breakfast. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
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JayEmm 1,271 Report post Posted January 25, 2017 @4exige more Evora videos will be coming soon, I am trying to do some different stuff at the moment, diversifying 1 Quote James Martin (JayEmm) Director of Photography & Car Enthusiast Follow my Lotus adventure online! www.jayemm.com Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Snoopy1969 259 1 Vehicles Report post Posted January 25, 2017 Congrats, will be great for sure, your kids will love that too! @4exige 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
697OK 29 Report post Posted January 25, 2017 (edited) Congrats on a great choice. I had an NA IPS for nearly 3 years and bought a new 400 auto last month and the gear change is way better in the 400. (I was very happy with the old IPS but the new change is far better than I was expecting it to be) Edited January 25, 2017 by 697OK 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
blindside 440 Report post Posted January 28, 2017 Super colour choice; the yellow & black contrast mix is aggressive and really suits the 400 & 410. The car should get lots of attention when you get it; especially in your part of the world! 1 Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
FGA 15 Report post Posted January 28, 2017 Welcome 4exige. Great spec and great choice with the auto. The exhaust "farts" on flat upshifts and pops on the overrun will turn you into a 5 year old every time you drive it. That's how these cars should make you feel. Enjoy it when it arrives. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
4exige 100 2 Vehicles Report post Posted January 29, 2017 Thanks for the great congratulations! i am sure the 400 will be the best Lotus i ve ever have! do everyone know if Lotus have some updates for the 2017 model? Did Lotus some fixes? thx Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
mcx 164 1 Vehicles Report post Posted February 11, 2017 Congratulations. 400 is a brilliant car. Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Frickin_idiot 122 2 Vehicles Report post Posted February 11, 2017 Great car, you'll love it! Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
