Hi from UK - Emira V6 on order due end August 24.

[Jenz]

Hi all, just joined forum.

I decided I wanted one last petrol 2 seater sports car. Thankfully my exact spec was available as one of the Lotus UK Website pre-configured cars, so I have ordered it yesterday. Delivery is anticipated as 3rd week of August (this year ). Also managed to snag a 0% interest deal which in the current UK climate is amazing.

Am furiously reading all the threads both good and bad.

Just wanted to say hi.

No photos yet. Mine is Dark Verdant, Diamond Cut Wheels, Yellow Callipers, Alcantara with Yellow Stitching, Black Alcantara Steering Wheel, Manual Gearbox and Touring Chassis.

Still trying to decide if I will PPF, definitely will ceramic coat.

I also was told some people, are using “car door guards” on the tough plastic on the seats so that the side of the plastic does not rub the Alcantara or leather seat? I can’t however find a thread explaining it? Anyone advise?

Best wishes and photos soon, Neil

 

[digilotus]

Congratulations and welcome to the forum @Jenz ! Great spec!

 

[JimH]

Welcome - take a look at this thread : https://www.emiraforum.com/threads/driver-seat-issue.4599/

 

[Eagle7]

Great choice! Welcome to the forum!

 

[ADC]

Are we really letting people into the forum who only have to wait a month for their car...?! Doesn't feel right...

Completely agree that a 0% finance deal makes this whole experience pretty hard to turn down. Welcome aboard!

 

[Superman]

Welcome to the forum Jenz, lots of friendly, helpful and knowledgeable people here. You will love driving the car after you pick it up.

And the current 0% finance deal in the UK is indeed an amazing deal for anyone considering getting one, given the current baseline interest rates.

 

[nimbusblack]

dont remove it from the dealer forecourt unless its had all the software updates.

 

[Speedy Emira]

Hi all, just joined forum.

I decided I wanted one last petrol 2 seater sports car. Thankfully my exact spec was available as one of the Lotus UK Website pre-configured cars, so I have ordered it yesterday. Delivery is anticipated as 3rd week of August (this year ). Also managed to snag a 0% interest deal which in the current UK climate is amazing.

Am furiously reading all the threads both good and bad.

Just wanted to say hi.

No photos yet. Mine is Dark Verdant, Diamond Cut Wheels, Yellow Callipers, Alcantara with Yellow Stitching, Black Alcantara Steering Wheel, Manual Gearbox and Touring Chassis.

Still trying to decide if I will PPF, definitely will ceramic coat.

I also was told some people, are using “car door guards” on the tough plastic on the seats so that the side of the plastic does not rub the Alcantara or leather seat? I can’t however find a thread explaining it? Anyone advise?

Best wishes and photos soon, Neil

Welcome to the forum Jenz.

PPF is way better than ceramic because it reduces the chance of getting chips massively. Also once you add ceramic coating you will have issues going to PPF and most companies will not provide a warranty in that case.

 

[Jenz]

And it has arrived at my Dealer much earlier than expected so I am collecting it Thursday 1st August. Excited doesnt even get there

 

[Jenz]

Before PDI.

 

[Enut]

Welcome to the forum and as has been said, make sure everything works and is satisfactory before accepting the car.

 

[Speedy Emira]

Welcome to the forum and as has been said, make sure everything works and is satisfactory before accepting the car.

Good advice. Make sure you have a time slot with an agreement for them to show you all of the functions as it takes a long time to spot properly.

 

[David s]

I had both ceramic and front /mirrors and side skirts covered in PPF. Best thing iv`e done. One year later, the paint work gleams like it`s just been delivered to me new. The ceramic makes washing and drying it a dream. I always thought ceramic was bs.. I was proven wrong.

 

[Jenz]

Good advice. Make sure you have a time slot with an agreement for them to show you all of the functions as it takes a long time to spot properly.

Thanks I have a one and a half hour slot and a list of things to check.

 

[netsinah]

Thanks I have a one and a half hour slot and a list of things to check.

Here's a helpful Forum thread for picking up your Emira, in case you've not already seen it:

Pre-Delivery Checklist

14 June 2024 update - Fellow Emira buyers. When the time comes to pick up our new toys its easy to get caught up in the moment and overlook things that'll be an annoyance later. So in order to keep the logic side of our brains functioning during what is an emotionally charged time, I've...

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When I picked up mine, I brought along the thin rubber channel for the seat edges and installed it on both seats (max 5 minute job). Despite going on +++ tight and jammed in by the seat, it's surprisingly partially peeled off a few times since, so I'm debating glueing it. I also took along Bancho's key fob cases and put both key fobs in them, so they'd remain "pristine" and not get scratched, right from the get-go. Here's info on those key fobs (the ones sold by Bancho, and others), if interested:

Lotus Emira Key Fob cases - initial run

As I mentioned a while back, I collaborated with a guy in the UK who made key cases for the Eletre. He is in touch with a manufacturer in China and we have the first batch of samples! I’m really impressed, leather and Alcantara are the options with different stitching colours. Black, Yellow...

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Finally, if you're interested in accessories or making modifications to your Emira, there's a lot of useful info on this Forum. One thread to get you started:

What did you do to your Emira today?

Nothing yet for me, waiting on the car to be delivered. But just ordered the de-cat pipe!

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Nice spec; good luck; I know you'll have FUN with your new toy; and (from someone who waited almost 2 years for his Emira...lucky you!!), congrats!

 

[Jenz]

Here she is. Very happy.

Received excellent service and support from Lotus Silverstone (Aimee).

No issues so far, all software updates done, and get this…. Full Handbook in the glove box

 

[meenboli]

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Here she is. Very happy.

Received excellent service and support from Lotus Silverstone (Aimee).

No issues so far, all software updates done, and get this…. Full Handbook in the glove box

Excellent - looks awesome (like they all do!).

Mine's imminent... (apparently).

 

[Speedy Emira]

Diamond cut wheels look great with that colour..

 

[JimH]

Soon…….

 

[meenboli]

Soon…….

Never as much has the word ‘soon’ had its meaning questioned…

I’m a believer in all good things come to those who wait.