Alan H 44 Posted April 27, 2018 Report Share Posted April 27, 2018 19 hours ago, stephenwhyte said: Ha - but....did you like the car though?🤔🤞 Where was the car when you saw it? In the workshop or in the showroom Alan? There will still be a few bubbles visible but apparently they can take up to around 4 weeks to disappear completely.......and not to be touched until they’ve gone. The join on the edge of the front clam is my favourite part and very impressive how it’s done.👏 I thought it was a shed 😆😆😆 You know what I never stepped back and looked at the car as a whole as was looking at little details. Certainly jealous of your wing. Then got distracted by the Exige Cup 430. It was in the workshop getting your Under seal treatment put on. I am using the same installer as Stephen. When I requested info on PPF he sent an email about the potential down side so you can make an informed choice which I thought was good. For me a dark colour with potential white base coat makes it a must. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stephenwhyte 2,044 Posted April 27, 2018 Author Report Share Posted April 27, 2018 Ha - yeah the 430 Cup is nice......will be even nicer once they put a colour on top of that base coat finish!!!😉 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
chumaxa 97 Posted April 27, 2018 Report Share Posted April 27, 2018 The edge does collect polish residue as well, then people think you have a naughty white scratch .. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
S4S 4 56 Posted April 27, 2018 Report Share Posted April 27, 2018 Looks very nice Stephen. I bet you can't wait to pick this beauty up. 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Popular Post stephenwhyte 2,044 Posted May 4, 2018 Author Popular Post Report Share Posted May 4, 2018 Tomorrow is pick up day!👏👌 4 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Alan H 44 Posted May 4, 2018 Report Share Posted May 4, 2018 Excited for you. Enjoy. 😎 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
BAS 86 Posted May 4, 2018 Report Share Posted May 4, 2018 Looking 😍 must be very excited! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RoflOnMyWaffle 326 Posted May 4, 2018 Report Share Posted May 4, 2018 WANT! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
NANO 128 Posted May 5, 2018 Report Share Posted May 5, 2018 GOOD LUCK Quote Link to post Share on other sites
DJW 695 Posted May 5, 2018 Report Share Posted May 5, 2018 Stunning car. Enjoy Quote Previously owned :Exige 380, Exige 350, Evora 400, Exige V6S, Esprit GT3, 2-11 SC, Evora S, Elite 501 Link to post Share on other sites
GFWilliams 2,021 Posted May 5, 2018 Report Share Posted May 5, 2018 Get some nice photos up in the sun! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Popular Post stephenwhyte 2,044 Posted May 5, 2018 Author Popular Post Report Share Posted May 5, 2018 Not really had a chance George - too busy enjoying the car and stressing all day - I’m bloody exhausted one way and another! Thought buying a new car would be fun.......maybe next week it will be😄 Very happy with it.....but keeping it under 4000 rpm ain’t easy that much I do know! Need to get some miles on it so I can properly enjoy. Anyway here’s a shot of it in the sun - not the best photo I know but I can confirm, the Fire Red paint looks amazing in the sun 🌞😎 I 3 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RoflOnMyWaffle 326 Posted May 5, 2018 Report Share Posted May 5, 2018 Odd, you must have parked in the wrong driveway. Mines the gravel one, I'll wait for you to drop it off yeah? Not a fan of gloss red, but your paint is lovely! Enjoy bud! 1 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CocoPops 881 Posted May 5, 2018 Report Share Posted May 5, 2018 Interestingly, the running in had changed... the manual doesn’t mention 4k limits any more and only 600miles not the 1000 it used to be. Interesting it says that short bursts above 4K will even be beneficial. 1 Quote On Order: 2021 Lotus Elise Cup 250 FE in Isotope Green, Red Alcantara Interior, Carbon Aero Kit, AirCon, Carpets & Mats, NVH pack, Cruise Control, Stereo, Red Calipers. Now Gone: 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, 2010 Lotus Evora NA, 2003 VX220 Supercharged, 2001 VX220 Lightning Yellow Follow my Lotus journey here: http://www.FaceBook.com/HandmadeInHethel Link to post Share on other sites
Bravo73 1,427 Posted May 5, 2018 Report Share Posted May 5, 2018 Is that the manual for a V6? Or the 4-pot? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
CocoPops 881 Posted May 5, 2018 Report Share Posted May 5, 2018 It’s the manual that is shared for Elise AND Exige. Also of interest, is the warranty Status... ”Lotus models are designed as road going sports cars. It is recognised that some owners with to use their cars occasionally on closed circuits or private test tracks in order to experience the cars full range of dynamic capabilities, and indeed the specification of some models has been optimised for such activities. Lotus is pleased to maintain vehicle warranty coverage for reasonable Non-Competitive use in this manner.” Their bold text, but certainly makes things a lot clearer than it used to be. Quote On Order: 2021 Lotus Elise Cup 250 FE in Isotope Green, Red Alcantara Interior, Carbon Aero Kit, AirCon, Carpets & Mats, NVH pack, Cruise Control, Stereo, Red Calipers. Now Gone: 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, 2010 Lotus Evora NA, 2003 VX220 Supercharged, 2001 VX220 Lightning Yellow Follow my Lotus journey here: http://www.FaceBook.com/HandmadeInHethel Link to post Share on other sites
andyj007 410 Posted May 5, 2018 Report Share Posted May 5, 2018 love getting new cars and studying the manual... and what a weekend to collect it... bet you get up early just to have a coffee and stare .. enjoy 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Popular Post Mark030358 628 Posted May 5, 2018 Popular Post Report Share Posted May 5, 2018 Had a 380 love in today too.... Nice one Stephen!! Interesting moment this afternoon, popped down to Oakmere fancying a test drive of the 430 Exige. It was parked upon next to a 430 Evora and TBH the Exige didn't float my boat, just wasn't special enough, while the Evora on the other hand did.... very strange for me. Anyway, came home and took a photo... 2 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
The Pits 4,411 Posted May 5, 2018 Report Share Posted May 5, 2018 Congrats Stephen the fulfillment of another long-held automotive dream. Enjoy! 👍 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
g111mds 2 Posted May 6, 2018 Report Share Posted May 6, 2018 Enjoy! Colour combo is stunning 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
JohnnySC 9 Posted May 6, 2018 Report Share Posted May 6, 2018 Fantastic looking car Stephen! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Forkhandles 62 Posted May 7, 2018 Report Share Posted May 7, 2018 Lovely colour , have fun.👍 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Popular Post stephenwhyte 2,044 Posted May 7, 2018 Author Popular Post Report Share Posted May 7, 2018 Been too busy driving and enjoying to get any decent pics but will try snd get some later today - what a car...... but desperate to unlock the full capability😬 Pic from last night - the guys face in the pic as he walked past and his lady dragged him away - brilliant!!😄 5 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
RoflOnMyWaffle 326 Posted May 7, 2018 Report Share Posted May 7, 2018 Bet that mustang didnt get a look in! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Arun_D 744 Posted May 7, 2018 Report Share Posted May 7, 2018 Congratulations Stephen!! 1 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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