👀Lotus Emira review during epic journey - 1,000 miles in 24 hours

[@Hapkin]

I just finished my break in at 1200 mile road trip. Car is amazing. So much feel, adept handling, engine has surprising personality, particularly at the top end. I use a smaller thermos or water bottle in the side door panel. I only use the cup holders for small items. Also, I had the dealer put in a Lithium battery. Improves weight and performance distribution a little. Fyi I use 2 Lotus bags for right behind the seats. Works well!

[@Life411]

Thanks for watching and for sharing your tips for the Emira. I'll have to see if the door compartment would work for me for a water bottle. Do you mind sharing where you purchased the Lotus bags?

[@markwhitaker3673]

Congrats-chuffed for you. 3 years is a long time to wait so your patience is commendable. Your car looks great in yellow and I like the alcantara seat inserts. Not sure about the steering wheel esp if it gets greasy from your hands. Touching reference re your Dad, I am sure he would approve/understand. Did something similar myself-placed my Dad's Air Force Command pilot wings in the glovebox of my 69 Lotus Elan so he could once again be in an Elan(having owned a 71 Elan coupe that I grew up with) and be with me on every ride. Looking forward to your updates as you get to know your Emira. Have enjoyed your 4c and Elise videos also-cheers.

[@Life411]

Thanks so much for watching and sharing your thoughts. Especially about your dad's wings. I share your concern about the alcantara steering wheel and I'm in the process of buying some washable gloves so they have something to wear when my hands might be dirty like after plants and volleyball. Have a great rest of your weekend! Peter

[@BIGBROTHERiswatchinU]

Congratulations! I'm glad that you seem to really like the Emira so far.

[@Life411]

Thanks, I do! 👍

[@RoyaleExtreme]

This was a nice summary. The part about your dad was touching. Could you see this being a potential daily driver or strictly weekend?

[@Life411]

This is my daily driver. Already driven it to play Beach Volleyball Doubles twice this week. Still sorting out how to keep it clean... Especially with the Sand 👀😎

[@stigbjorge2579]

Here is STIG from Tokyo who finally have received word (and a VIN number) that my i4 AMG will arrive around that 3 year mark as well. I truly enjoyed your “run in” video, and I also feel it is touching that you carry along an urn with a portion of your father’s ashes on your drives. I am your eager supporter and will continue to follow❣️

[@Life411]

@@stigbjorge2579 Thanks STIG. Sorry for the delay, I have been travelling a lot and somehow missed your comment when you posted. Look forward to hearing how you like your i4 AMG Emira! Thanks for the kind words!

[@MrWashaway]

I own Dalby car detailing on FB in Australia...I have been looking for a show car to buy...after watching this..I think a Lotus might be on the way...

[@Life411]

Very cool. Let me know if you do decide to go the Emira route. Then I could call myself an "influencer." 😂

[@aradonoyan6886]

Congratulations! Thanks for taking us on your journey

[@Life411]

Thanks so much and thanks for watching!

[@kyalwaysnever]

Congrats.

[@vice4134]

Sorry about your father's passing.

[@robertwilson5427]

That car don’t hold a candle of a c8

[@Life411]

Everyone's entitled to their opinion. I hope to own a C8 one day as well. 😎

[@vice4134]

On a long winding road, I would rather drive Emira with a manual transmission.