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The build quality is what I expected from Lotus, having no previous experience owning one, just hearing secondhand stories. The quality is not up to the level of Japanese or German cars that I've owned. There are minor quality issues with my car - the driver's side door trim is being replaced under warranty; some foam adhesive used on the passenger side sill cover is poking out of the joint in one area; the center console attachment screws at the bulkhead were loose. This is what I've noticed so far. They are minor issues and for a low volume hand built car, understandable. I'm just not sure how forgiving your average American consumer would be.
Lotus has done a great job where it counts - my car runs and drives fine, does not leak water, and everything works (AC, windows, etc). None of the problems I've identified have created a perception of shoddy workmanship or poor design, so I'd say Lotus has done a great job here.
Lotus has done a great job where it counts - my car runs and drives fine, does not leak water, and everything works (AC, windows, etc). None of the problems I've identified have created a perception of shoddy workmanship or poor design, so I'd say Lotus has done a great job here.