Evora Deposit: Have you placed one? - LotusTalk

Allan Gibbs · 08-20-2008, 01:01 PM

So...has anyone already placed a deposit with your dealer?

Anyone planning on putting a deposit for one of the first Evora's or are you waiting for more info - or waiting for the high performance version?

Based on Lotus' site, looks like it will be available in Summer 2009.

Lotus Evora - True character in a faceless world.

jesterbot · 08-20-2008, 01:20 PM

Yeah I put mine down the week after the auto show...

But I may pull it down soon and wait for the esprit though. The more I see the real world pics of the Evora on the road, the less I like it (mainly from a side and rear view) - and if I got one, it would have to be the forced induction one.

Jet-X · 08-20-2008, 01:21 PM

Waiting for the dealer to ask me too. Already emailed him the day the photos came out asking to be put on the list. At that time, they still thought it was "the Eagle".

FIRME · 08-20-2008, 01:23 PM

I've spoken with 6 dealers already and all have a minimum of 3-6 deposits with some initially asking for a small deposit to be on the list then later request for a huge deposit for an actual order...even Canada is getting in the action.

I think we'll see Evora by December of '09...maybe even January '10

Allan Gibbs · 08-20-2008, 01:34 PM

Thank you. I suppose final and official pricing for the U.S. will not be release until at least next summer?

In regards to the forced induction model (Evora S?), I suppose that will be in 2011 or 2012.

Vicar · 08-20-2008, 01:55 PM

I'm on the waiting list here in Portland. As it stands now though, I will not purchase a 2+2 NA version. It'll have to be the high performance 2 seat variant for me. If that overlaps with the Esprit, that may be what I go with instead.

If we really are looking out three to four years for the higher performance model, I may just have to pull the trigger on a new Exige soon. Now, if I just knew more about the 2009 model Exige...

def · 08-20-2008, 02:29 PM

Did you see the canyon red one in the other thread?

kestrel74 · 08-20-2008, 02:41 PM

nupe.

CertifiedCC · 08-20-2008, 03:23 PM

If it comes out by 2010, I will get that or the Hummer HX Concept
Detroit 2008: HUMMER HX Concept - Autoblog

Allan Gibbs · 08-20-2008, 03:35 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by def

Did you see the canyon red one in the other thread?

Actually, I didn't see it until you mentioned it. Thanks.

For some reason, I didn't like Canyon Red on the Evora as I did on the Elise/Exige. But this picture was pretty nice:

EliseSC · 08-20-2008, 04:17 PM

What about the old saying "never buy the first year of a new car" ?

FLuXeXigeS · 08-20-2008, 04:36 PM

my GF is seriously considering it! dont wanna put the loot down til she gets a test drive tho

Vicar · 08-20-2008, 05:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by EliseSC

What about the old saying "never buy the first year of a new car" ?

That's a good thing to remember considering the pain that was inflicted on early 2005 Federal Elise owners. Floppy shifter anyone?

Randy Chase · 08-20-2008, 05:43 PM

I considered it. Started a thread asking which dealers were taking deposits.

kestrel74 · 08-20-2008, 05:48 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CertifiedCC

If it comes out by 2010, I will get that or the Hummer HX Concept
Detroit 2008: HUMMER HX Concept - Autoblog

Almost the same thing........ no ?

Rei · 10-27-2008, 10:10 PM

I'll take one after the first year roll out. It seems as of late car companies are using their customers as R&D

freshaudi · 11-01-2008, 04:23 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by CertifiedCC

If it comes out by 2010, I will get that or the Hummer HX Concept
Detroit 2008: HUMMER HX Concept - Autoblog

Alright, but then I get your job ...

I'll help you find a good deal on your next purchase of an Evora/H-X. Just PM me

yak52pilot · 11-01-2008, 05:32 PM

I saw Evora 2 days ago on Lotus testrack in Hethel. I guess i just dont get it or smth, but i think it could use more cowbell. Way more...
btw the VW Scirocco i saw over there is GOOD.

kaiynne · 11-01-2008, 07:34 PM

I think i am going to go to the LA autoshow to check it out.

After i see it in person i will decide whether to put down a deposit.

Notorious L.R.G. · 11-24-2008, 05:05 PM

Has anyone discussed a new low price, now that the dollar is gaining strength against the pound, for the first time in Lotus launch history?

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jesterbot "Are you in a band??" Join Date: Jul 2006 Location: Houston, TX Posts: 284	Yeah I put mine down the week after the auto show... But I may pull it down soon and wait for the esprit though. The more I see the real world pics of the Evora on the road, the less I like it (mainly from a side and rear view) - and if I got one, it would have to be the forced induction one. __________________ KEVIN -- 2007 Ford F-150 Lariat - The "practical" vehicle 2006 Solar Yellow Elise - LSS, Ekological's HID, 3lb battery, DRL mod, Green filter, snorkel delete, aluminum headlight rings, re-ENFORCER, Stan's shifter mod, painted console/AC, clutch travel mod, FF CF front spoiler

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Allan Gibbs Evora Waiter (2010/2011) Join Date: Aug 2003 Location: Glendale, CA (formerly Gilbert, AZ) Posts: 5,065	Thank you. I suppose final and official pricing for the U.S. will not be release until at least next summer? In regards to the forced induction model (Evora S?), I suppose that will be in 2011 or 2012. __________________ 2005 BRP Elise- SOLD 6/9/07 2006 MV Agusta F4S 2008 Audi TT (MKII)

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Vicar Registered User Join Date: Feb 2006 Location: Forest Grove, Oregon Posts: 232	I'm on the waiting list here in Portland. As it stands now though, I will not purchase a 2+2 NA version. It'll have to be the high performance 2 seat variant for me. If that overlaps with the Esprit, that may be what I go with instead. If we really are looking out three to four years for the higher performance model, I may just have to pull the trigger on a new Exige soon. Now, if I just knew more about the 2009 model Exige... __________________ '05 Elise, Lotus Racing Green/Biscuit, Hardtop, Touring Pack, Starshield, #4983

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11-24-2008, 05:05 PM	#20 (permalink)
Notorious L.R.G. Oh, NOW I get it! Join Date: Sep 2006 Location: Georgia, U.S.A. Posts: 348	Has anyone discussed a new low price, now that the dollar is gaining strength against the pound, for the first time in Lotus launch history?