Lotus Evora GT410 Sport - The Last Old School Lotus?

As many will know, I am a big fan of the Lotus Evora. I have driven almost every variant, but one I haven't until now experienced is the final Evora - the GT410 Sport. Replacing both the 400 and 410, the GT410 Sport took styling inspiration from the limited edition GT430 and looks like it might just be the final Lotus of its era. But just how good is it, with prices approaching £100,000 and the new Porsche 992 on the scene?
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[@jeffreycarr835]

I love my US version 410GP - the handling , sublime; the sound, intoxicating; the look, unique; the acceleration, phenomenal; the JP homage livery, gorgeous; and the experience, fantastic. Only negative is rear quarter visibility. I’ve owned a GT 3, GT 4, and a series of Z4’s - while those are great cars, the beemer just isn’t up to snuff on the track and the Porsches are almost too perfect - almost disconnected. The Lotus driving experience is for true drivers - those that turn off the computerized nannies and let the car and the driver do what they are supposed to do. If you are a driver, get a Lotus.

[@tommymician121]

Awesome comment! I was just wondering, how would you compare specifically the gt4 and Evora GT you had in terms of fun on road? Thanks!

[@jeffreycarr835]

@@tommymician121 - the GT3 was a better car than it’s driver. The GT4 is perhaps the best overall sports car I’ve ever driven. Comfortable and incredibly well behaved. Fit & finish superb. Reliability unquestioned. Drive it to the track in comfort, drive it on the track unrelentingly, drive it home again in comfort. It never complains. It just performs. When I sold both Porsches I actually made money - needless to say, that doesn’t normally happen. The Lotus, however, is more visceral, more of connection between driver and road. It certainly is harder to enter & exit, but once in, it’s pretty comfortable. On the road, other than visibility and a poor sound system, it’s a joy to drive. On the track, it is sublime. It is more unique and in a world full of Porsches, that to me is special. I stand by the statement above - if you’re a true driver, get the Lotus.

[@Docinaplane]

@@jeffreycarr835 I appreciate this information. Thank you! I got the Lotus Gt in the US. I've dyno tuned mine with a couple of other mods. Made a great car even better.

[@danielthomas2621]

Like I said the other day James, you never look happier than when your in a lotus, come on man when's it gonna happen lol, have great day

[@1183newman]

@John Mitchell recently was an esprit gt3 for sale for 17k although it was previously in an accident and rebuilt. Still though 17k for one if it has been rebuilt correctly is a bargain.

[@snowcat3116]

I also really like the Evora GT made for US market. Front bumper from the 400 and rear bumper from the GT430 is a good combination in my opinion.

[@tommymician121]

In terms of driving and handling, is the US market GT most like the GT410 sport from the UK or more like some other version? Thanks!

[@robertlawson2608]

My 2014 Evora S with a Plack exhaust is everything that I have ever wanted in a car. I cannot go anywhere without photos or people stopping me to chat. Glorious to drive and fast enough to make me smile every time

[@adamkelsall3942]

I was earlier today making a case for owning a GT410 sport and was looking at this very same car on auto trader. As if by magic you release this video. Brilliant stuff thank you Jay.

[@lucianwisniewski8693]

Adam Kelsall So was I! This exact car too 👀

[@strattonmotorcompany6745]

The car is still available if you want to book a drive! £74,495 and a lot of car for it.

[@JayEmmOnCars]

I feel like I should discuss commission lol

[@adamkelsall3942]

Don’t tempt me 🙈 I’d love to come and see the car but Norfolk is a bit of a trek from Preston unfortunately.

[@JayEmmOnCars]

@@adamkelsall3942 it's well worth travelling for the right Lotus. Marc would make it worth your time

[@Wiggy321]

Oh how I lust for this car.

[@2702simmo]

That sound is perfection What a review!!

[@dj_paultuk7052]

Ha, the way you talk about the Evora is the same way i talk about my Renault Alpine GTA V6 Turbo. Ok it has modern uprated shocks / springs and some huge brakes. Plus a few engine upgrades. But the way the car talks to you when your driving it hard and pushing on literally makes you tingle. Yes its a 33yr old Renault. But its bloody good, and something very special.

[@pwcars7873]

You should let him review it 👍

[@bluegblueg]

DJ_PaulTUK I owned an Alpine GTA turbo and an Evora at the same time. Love the Alp, but truly as a drivers car the Evora is leagues ahead.

[@conwayhouse218]

Drove an hour or so to test drive one of these today. Drove a Cayman GT4 yesterday. This thing was so much better than the GT4 to drive. Better feel, ride and noise. Put as big a smile on my face as the car I drove there and back in. That was a McLaren MP4-12C. It really is that good.

[@johnny-S]

Nice to see you're back on home grounds and driving your favorite brand again. You really should get another Evora, it's clearly the one for you.

[@Traktion1]

Fantastic review James! Really living your stuff at the moment!

[@JayEmmOnCars]

Thankyou!

[@singlesprocket]

Thanks for the great video, please keep them coming. Some great camerawork & audio, especially the final clip!

[@dukenukem6137]

Loving the filming going on here, you allow time for us to enjoy the car . Instead of the all to common attention deficit 1 second frame to frame to frame filming. 👍🏻

[@paulj3625]

well that was a rollercoaster of a review...oohhh he doesn't like it, wait I think he does, ohhh yes he LOVES it. great great review thank you for taking the time and effort to do this review...

[@olivierlemaire8727]

Wonderful car, thanks to you to show it again...

[@EvoraGT430]

Great review, Jay.

[@tomweller1318]

I’ve been looking at this very car as it’s been 2 years since I sold my Evora and just watching and hearing the Evora makes the hairs on the back of my neck go up. Jesus they are amazing cars. Owning one well it’s like having a stunning looking girl friend and going clubbing every weekend. It’s going to give you hassle.... but your put up with it cos it’s gorgeous to drive.

[@EvoraGT430]

You need that girl back!

[@simonhughes3406]

I sold my mint evora S (absolutely fully spec'd) and just can't find anything to replace it. The 400/410 are 60-80 used though and that's a lot of wonga over an S even though i'd really like one. In 3 years and 25k miles though, it didn't lose a penny in value (sold it private for what I paid at the main dealer) and cost me NOTHING in repairs. There just aren't any other cars that do that- if there are, let me know!

[@andrewpolasek5524]

Jay, this video is now at least 2 years old, but I appreciate the honesty you bring to your reviews. And perhaps, Lotus doesn't.

[@techyd8411]

Always good to hear the Evora’s being praised! It’s been said many times over, it’s imply underrated !

[@stephhamilton8100]

thats your best vid, very good!

[@thahbx]

The one and only new supercar I'll buy. I love their philosophy of building street karts

[@171rossi]

I have one of these and it's fantastic! GT3 feel and response, great engine with good torque and to die for engine note! Engine note can be further improved with various bits. Very useable every day and awesome fun when you want it! Quick on track as well.

[@aaronedgerton1843]

Like the new intro 😁👍👍 Great review!!!

[@nathanpitman6842]

Miss my Evora lots. My Elise is a wonderful car too but you are right, the Evora is something incredibly special. As you suggested, anyone who's not driven one should get themselves to their nearest Lotus dealer and take one out for a test drive.

[@harveymorgan1749]

They wouldnt let me on account of having no job and poor credit

[@gravyboat2370]

I get the feeling you like this car ! ☺

[@lewbarrett]

Properly brilliant! Nobody has yet taken your place as the reigning spokesperson for England's most iconic driver's car. And probably never will.

[@JayEmmOnCars]

Much appreciated Lew

[@Senna-xi1gr]

Amazing car to drive. Sound & looks are also amazing 👍🇬🇧🏆

[@Aldo-Music-Channel]

Fantastic review and terrific car, 👋👋👋👍🎵🎵

[@moimoi4725]

I had a 2013 Evora NA and currently a 2017 Evora 400 (manual)...GREAT cars, better looking than lots of Exotics. Unique since in the states there are only about 300 units (2017-2018)... In the US Lotus adds a 3rd cat because Liberal CA and NY State require that. .I removed the 3rd cat and installed a straight pipe so it would sound like the European spec. I was thinking to sell it so I can get the new mid-engine Corvette BUT I might just keep it.

[@richardkamm1283]

I drive the Evora since the first days in 2010. On my second one now 110'000 KM reached, all is working lovely. I really have a smile everytime I enter the car, no joke. (and by comparing with the 911: the Evora has a soul, much other cars... are just cars.)

[@schunkelperser1794]

Dat Sound!!!!

[@nfsdanz]

I do love the Evora-- way out of my price range though! This a great thorough review. Your enthusiasm is palpable. Do you have any plans to review the Elise 1.6 anytime soon?

[@setti7i]

This is a great video especially now in 2024

[@MRVSKIN]

Love love love it

[@malcolmhardwick4258]

That engine sounds like it means business ☺

[@simondean8710]

I absolutely adore my 2010 fully loaded normally aspirated Evora and on the strength of this video I am tempted to upgrade to the 410. That said I will miss the sumptuous leather interior but not the Alpine unit.

[@EvoraGT430]

The Alpine unit can be changed very easily by most car electronics shops and well worth doing.

[@ProjectSupercar]

Oh, one of my favorite cars, after the Esprit that is. But the Evora is built a little better. :)

[@ristekostadinov2820]

Esprit body shape is timeless but Evora reliability is better.

[@ProjectSupercar]

@@ristekostadinov2820 Yes, just what I was thinking, now if Lotus would just combine the two........ ;)

[@ProjectSupercar]

@King Brilliant LOL, yeah can't argue with that.

[@SpiralDiving]

Totally agree. I winced at the price of the GT410 sport but when I drove it, it sold itself to me. The best handling /steering car for british roads I've found. Hit a bad bump mid curve and the suspension just soaks it up -it doesn't jar or lose its line much (unlike the new 911) . And on a long drive at speed with the car in stealth mode its not so noisy as the 911 either so another plus. Stereo def. needs better speakers...

[@JayEmmOnCars]

The stereo can be improved and for the price really should be better

[@elainericketts8820]

....IMHO the 410 has the BEST front end. Love those round air intakes.

[@philipanthony7531]

Great review, full of genuine feeling. Just don't go getting too polished at this as subs grow

[@JayEmmOnCars]

I'll try

[@jonathonedwards6741]

All of the above is why I want an exige. I’ve got a flavor of this with my swift sport, admittedly very watered down, and I want more. Lotus is where it’s at for me.

[@another3997]

Having owned a Swift Sport for a year, I'm pretty sure you haven't had a flavour of this 😉. The two have very little in common, other than the number of wheels. The Swift is a charming and capable 'warm' hatch, and very good value for what you get... but trust me, they really do not compare in any way, shape or form to any Lotus. I wish they did, because then I might have kept mine and sold one of my other cars instead.

[@jonathonedwards6741]

I know they don’t really compare then again I know they’re good but I’ve only owned a Yaris diesel and a C3 HDI so its the closest I’ve had.

[@Roddy_Zeh]

I have a feeling the Evora's will be more and more desirable as time goes by.

[@daveblock1688]

Lotus on!

[@heikkiremes5661]

Dat sound

[@CharlieboySLONDON]

I love the look of the Evora and the only driving of one I've done is on a sim with a wheel. If it's as good in R/L then it's a fantastic car but it is just too expensive ! I think the new Vette C8 coming in at its price point will push Lotus to either up there game further or become more competitively priced.Whilst the US motors have never really taken in the UK market if this is as good as claimed I think it stands a chance.

[@moimoi4725]

Maybe, but Lotus is a small production car company. Lotus Evora 400 in the US from 2017 -2018 only 300 units. 2020 Lotus Evora GT in the US will be no more than 180 units. C8 will be a dime a dozen, great car though.

[@eclypse1259]

House is pd for in 5 years, and I am gonna miss the boat on getting one of these, aren’t I. Damnit!!!

[@raybrock6083]

What was that car doing at 10:28?? Good job the brakes work well and you were not pressing on! Loving the Lotus content recently.

[@julianevans9548]

You really do have to wonder about some people, don't you? I think the people who are driving and that is their primary focus are few and far between.

[@moviebod]

so, you getting another? Loved the review

[@JayEmmOnCars]

Can't afford one for a while sadly

[@andrewnorris5415]

"Lotusing" is a new word with a beautiful description of how wonderful they are to drive. www.urbandictionary.com/define.php?term=Lotusing

[@scottcowan6798]

Being a proper Lotus fanatic, how an Evora can cost as much as my 991.2 C2S (911) is beyond me.. good review! ..and beautiful car nonetheless.

[@timhayward6833]

Great review, such down to earth genuine passion! Would love to see a review of the standard Exige Sport 350 - what do you get at that entry point vs. stepping up the Exige range?

[@JayEmmOnCars]

I have reviewed the Exige 350, along with most of the other Exige versions

[@timhayward6833]

@@JayEmmOnCars Ah my apologies, so you have. Just went back and found it. Interestingly at the time 2 years ago the 350 was planned to be replaced by the 380 but the 380 was short lived and the 350 was retained as the "entry" level Exige with the 410 Sport coming in above it. So I guess the question is, is the 410 worth the step up for most people, or only serious track day enthusiasts? Thanks

[@JayEmmOnCars]

@@timhayward6833 If you drive a 350, use all the revs, and think it is slow, only then is a 410 worth it

[@BubuBarong]

Looking better than a 911 Carrera?!? Time to wear glasses, mate! Just kidding, keep up the good work! Cheers from Italy

[@andycorkhill6883]

Let's be honest now, a properly restored and beautifully running 50 year old VW Beetle will turn more heads than a modern gen 911 :)

[@tombell7670]

Get a lotus James...........you know it makes sense!

[@MichaelSeeds]

Ah man I wanted the esprit video.

[@JayEmmOnCars]

It's coming out soon, it had an issue

[@Niallboy1]

100% agree. Drove a 400 at B&C over the summer and was shocked how good it was. Will buy one when I can get a decent price for my Tuscan 2S. Jay, how does this 410 sport compare to a 400? I guess it’s hard to compare them after so long.

[@JayEmmOnCars]

It's got nice carbon, little stiffer suspension, honestly the similarities are far bigger than the differences

[@MrCarrera28]

So you liked it then!!

[@legionnairegonk4425]

New titles Jay are much better 👍

[@DogChowde]

Not sure whether to go for the gt410 sport, or just the regular gt410?

[@MrMightyytau]

Full marks on the review, James, still think LOTUS should sponsor you. I love my 400 I’m still sad you sold yours, then Charlie sold it but best bit he bought a new GT410 Sport...

[@JayEmmOnCars]

Cheers, dont think Lotus will do that sadly

[@markwright3161]

8:47 A nice BMW driver who doesn't want to hold up someone enjoying their Lotus. :)

[@claudedickson9859]

I’ve been looking at the Evora. Recently saw an attractively price Evora 400. On paper, there isn’t much difference between the 400 and the GT. The horsepower increase and weight reduction of the GT are pretty negligible. HOWEVER...I wonder how much Lotus addressed lingering issues with the 400 in the GT, such as using better Sparco seats. You mentioned in this video that you would get a later model Evora like the 410 Sport if you went back to Lotus. Is this the reason? Did they really sort out the 400 with the 410????

[@boots_n_coots]

Speaking from America, I really hope that the mid-engine Corvette rises to match the level of driver involvement offered by the Evora, but I realize that Lotus sets a high bar. Pricing is another matter entirely, I’m ignoring that factor. Thanks James, good review!

[@mathurinkerbouchard8931]

I think The new Corvette is goin to be awesome! But there is a certain element of driver involvement in the Lotus that you will not find in the new mid-engine Corvette: manual transmission experience

[@Jabber-ig3iw]

Only Americans care about the corvette, it’s an utter irrelevance outside of the states.

[@joedirt8625]

Cool sounding Car. VVTI who would of thought. All the best to Lotus But still a Porsche Dude Here for the money.

[@EvoraGT430]

Try the Evora and you might change your mind; I did.

[@johnclucas1523]

I'd second RS2Russ sentiments. I drove the Evora when about to change my 981S - not thinking I'd like it much, but was blown away how good and how useable it was. I much preferred it to my Cayman or a 911.

[@johnclucas1523]

Wouldn't disagree with what you say, but personally feel the 400 is perhaps the more rounded car. I found the 410 just a tad too stiff and a bit too nervous on really broken surfaces. And rear visibility is just dire. In the end it was a close call for me between a second-hand (manual) 400 and the Alpine A110. I chose the Alpine because of it being lighter on it's feet and just as engaging, but in a different way. I can see many would take the opposite view, the Evora has better steering and a much better sound track. For me, although I agree the Evora is now very expensive, price didn't really come into it - but it might have done with the OH had my preference been different.

[@ImBarryScottCSS]

God it sounds so good. How is it from inside James?

[@EvoraGT430]

Also good. Look up Number 27s comparison of the 400 to his S; the sound recording is great.

[@graemew7001]

Whats written on paper about any car only tells part of the story, a case in point the Vectra VXR, fast as hell but handled....well it didn't handle. You have to drive a car to get to the truth. The Evora may have been the slowest you looked at but was still the best.

[@davebarron5939]

Maybe on "this car" some tech detail to educate some of us ignoramus. Weight, steering system, rigidity, chassis design, turn in / tire grip? The Toyota engine I think now days speaks for itself, but the rest, what is the magic? Enjoy ALL your efforts, thanks from the US.

[@JayEmmOnCars]

Approx 1400kg Hydraulic power steering 27,000nm per degree Aluminium bonded and extruded chassis

[@davebarron5939]

@@JayEmmOnCars Slick, so some "old school" handling with ultra modern building tech for stiff chassis, and obviously all independent suspension all aluminum as well, with coil overs. Seems modern manufacturers are using A arms or like an open wheel Indy car pure "control" arms. And what is the 27K "Newton Meter" degree refer to? Thanks

[@jonny-yc1kz]

Jay have you driven a Europa s (2006 on wards) yet?

[@greathey1234]

I can't believe a Toyota Camry engine sounds that good

[@afthefragile]

If I remember the elise engine was tuned by Yamaha, could be same for this too.

[@JayEmmOnCars]

It isn't

[@greathey1234]

@@JayEmmOnCars What do you mean James? The Evora is equipped with a mid-mounted, transverse, Toyota-sourced 3.5-litre 24-valve V6 engine. The Evora S uses the same engine but with a supercharger.

[@subarnosinha8042]

@@greathey1234 he means that the engine isn't tuned by Yamaha.

[@rogerhudson2814]

GT means Grand Tourer, how about the luggage space for the 2 adults plus two kids ??

[@schunkelperser1794]

Do it like Charlie. Buy a new Evora again, please! 🙂

[@corzakkzakkcor3309]

The wonder of youtube ,you watch a random car review for no particular reason then suddenly realise the car was built by my cousin Carl lol 5:27 ,well partly built.

[@Docinaplane]

Why do they have that slatted cover over the glass rear window? I'm guessing it relates to weight with the carbon fiber, but then there is the additional glass underneath. I like the visible motor.

[@tomevans5934]

There is no glass panel the one piece of carbon replaces it. Gets rid of the weight up top. Plus looks fantastic.

[@Docinaplane]

@@tomevans5934 Thank you!

[@Convisis]

Unreal. Please drive an Exige 410, that is a weapon.

[@marktickle8480]

He has done a couple of video's on the Exige 430

[@Convisis]

Mark Tickle cheers mate, yep watched them many times 😆👍

[@rckrckrckrck]

Drove a new Cayman and was boreddddd. Seriously looking at these.

[@chrisogrady28]

12:28 that’s because Ferrari, McLaren, and Lamborghini have all forgotten how many pedals a motor vehicle is meant to have

[@dougmaverick3287]

You compared this to a McLaren, I'd rather row my own gears thank you, and last time I checked you can't do that in a McLaren. Jay, if you had to choose between this Evora or the Exige Cup 430 which would you choose? I wish the Exige was sold in North America.

[@JayEmmOnCars]

I'd have the Evora

[@yeahno....]

Why did you make the esprit video private?

[@JayEmmOnCars]

There was a tech issue with it. It will be fixed and reuploaded in a couple of days

[@odinikita4821]

How can the Evora be more hassle jayemm than a 911? It has a toyota engine. Can you please advise?

[@CorporateComedy]

no joke - they should hire u on top gear - on the other hand i'd like to see you keep your integrity. bit of a double edged sword...

[@miller7992]

What’s the decibel level for the Evora ?I’m collecting mine next week and want to track it in the UK

[@tomevans5934]

Will be too loud in standard guise for most tracks but a couple of companies offer track exhausts for them

[@markholttum]

If only I could justify owning 2 Lotus.

[@EvoraGT430]

How can you not? :-)

[@Matt-go7ss]

At 55k these cars make perfect sense. At nearer 100k? Absolutely no chance.

[@1970boggy]

Beautiful but 100k! No chance. I literally love Lotus and I’ve owned an Evora but sorry 70k tops. Please listen Lotus you are killing sales with this ridiculous pricing model! 30k Elise 55k - 60k Exige 60k - 70k Evora.

[@747gazm6]

Mr Boggy but how many thousand of those cheaper cars would they need to sell to make a profit? The low volume, low price model has never worked for Lotus

[@1970boggy]

747 Gazm Sorry? 30k is a huge amount of money for a 2 seater non practical sports car that cannot be used as an everyday car? I know I’ve owned 9! Check my channel out, I’ve also owned an Evora and they aren’t worth more than 60-70k period. Bouncing these numbers around is ridiculous as 70k is in most cases more than double the average salary. Let’s be sensible. The sort of cars you can buy on PCP deals at that level are light years away from what Lotus produce. I’m a Lotus nut so it pains me to say this.....

[@Pan.martin]

I think they have to. First they have limits for production car, Evora ends completely april 2020, then only Elise and Exige and car like this will never ever ever be produced in future again. Future Lotus range would be 75% electric only, so this is really your lst chance to have car like this where you can freely open exhaust valve, don’t have colision monitor etc etc. Despite the fact it’s old fashion and have terrible old interior etc. in therm of driving and simplicity, you simply can’t buy other car like this now. So they have no reason to hold the price down. And things like Atom isn’t competitor for this cars.

[@1970boggy]

Martin Vajdik Great points however the Cayman GT4 is exactly like it only better made. I’ve owned both the Cayman S and an Evora and I’m afraid to say the Porsche is a way better car. This can and should be resolved. Improve the interior and reduce the weight! DROP THE PRICE! They simply don’t need to end production? That’s utterly stupid.

[@Pan.martin]

Mr Boggy they have to, because of CO2, safety and other limits. In Czech for example now is impossible to get on plate even new GT430. My dealer now bring one of the last and they have to find the one in EU already and make pretty long proces to get the licence plate for car. 2020 that is gonna be the fucked up date for many fun cars. Btw I had Boxster S 2006 before and yes, in every aspect is similary good car, but the 718 is more GT fancy car then sportscar. I would never change my 400 for any Porsche, maybe GT3. But it’s customers option. And you are right, now pricing is ludacris, I bought my in 2017 and at that time it was fuc*in bergain!!!! There was literally zero car in same price range that would be even close to 400 in there of everyday and track use and service/parts pricing, and price sustainability. Zero 🙌🏻

[@dxutube]

Where's the Esprit video?

[@JayEmmOnCars]

Had a tech issue so dropped this instead, Esprit vid will.be back this week

[@julianevans9548]

Always surprised by how good a noise it makes. Question is, will the corporate giant ruin Lotus by making it just like everything else? I do hope that Alfa SZ in the new credits is going to be featured: the epitome of so ugly it's beautiful.

[@JayEmmOnCars]

Only time will tell

[@julianevans9548]

@@JayEmmOnCars Excellent content of late. And I'm confident it's only going to get better...

[@peebow1000]

You don't know what's coming next?? It's called the Evija lol. I might have to take up being an international hit-man to save up for that

[@EvoraGT430]

There's an Evora upgrade too, according to rumour.

[@Mrdfastcars]

what are the in gear speeds in this for 2nd and 3rd ?

[@JayEmmOnCars]

About 75 top for 2nd, 105 for 3rd

[@Mrdfastcars]

Still Lower than the manual porkers then at 85mph in 2nd !

[@Mrdfastcars]

Is it any better than the 410sport ? Or are they the same as £64k gets you the older 410sport.

[@JayEmmOnCars]

Not significantly better

[@Mrdfastcars]

but it is better over just a few new body panels ?

[@JayEmmOnCars]

@@Mrdfastcars There's small changes, the car is a little nicer, but it's a 5k improvement not a 25k one

[@MegaRockstar48]

I’m saving for either an Evora 400 or a 911 and I think I’ll end up getting a 911 for the simple reason that Lotus overprice their cars. For the overall package the 911 is better quality and better value for money. If the Evora was 10-15k cheaper it would be at the right price point and I would pick the Evora having previously owned a lotus. It’s a shame but I think their pricing is all wrong and they are losing sales because of it.

[@EvoraGT430]

Buy second-hand. I've had both and the Evora is way better to drive and gives way more enjoyment.

[@JayEmmOnCars]

As Russ says, buy second hand or get a deal from your dealer. They do exist

[@moimoi4725]

Evora 400 is WAY better handling car, sounds WAY better, Looks WAY better, Unique Unlike 911 a Dime a Dozen.

[@Yodaandhislightsabre]

Day to day the 911 is a very special Camry. That's why I sold the 911. So boring

[@123willbishop]

Is it me, or is every other lotus owner called James?

[@ImBarryScottCSS]

Trust me they are ALL called Andy.

[@andycorkhill6883]

@@ImBarryScottCSS Yup! I'm Andy and I have two little beauties from Hethel, one of them being a Fire Red Evora Sport 410 that is just the mutts. Worth every penny, and just walking into the garage makes me giggle. I howl with laughter when I start her up with the exhaust valve open - it's like a fighter jet : belts on - check. Ignition on - check. Sport button on and valve open - check. Push the starter button and ...................

[@leglessAlex]

Brilliant video, and I've just bought one! British racing green with bronze wheels, LeglessLotus on Instagram if anyone is interested. Anyway, some thoughts. I guess price is always the first thing on peoples minds. My spec ended up with a list price of £104,000. A lot of money. Indeed, far too much money. However, I paid no VAT, and in addition to the 0% 50/50 finance it owes me something in the region of £45,000. At that price, it becomes a very, very different prospect. Add in to that the decent residuals and after two years the ownership costs are actually pretty low. Sure, this situation is probably specific to me (no VAT, happy with finance) but still, it means the opportunity was open to me whereas it might not have been had I paid full price. The driving experience is glorious. I had to go for the auto unfortunately, but in Race Mode it does a really decent job of keeping the engine in the powerband. The sound is epic too, as everyone can hear from this video, although I feel like maybe you're always expecting another 500rpm or so. A lot has been written about Lotus suspension, and it's all true. The first time I was ever even in a Lotus was when I drove my car out the showroom, and my word, the suspension is just witchcraft. The roughest of roads get smoothed out, and yet it's never too soft or wallowy. I really cannot imagine suspension being any better in this class of car. The steering and feedback I find fantastic too, as well as the neutral balance of the car, I think you need to really ignore what the car is *clearly* telling you to wind up in the hedge. I guess I can't add much to this review when it comes to talking about the way it drives, it really is up there with the very very best. Problem is, even if I didn't pay this amount, you can't get the fact it's a £100k car out of your head. The interior isn't good enough, and some things in the process of ordering are irritating. I can get the service hatch, roof and vanity panel painted, but not the rear deck? What? I'm not a fan of exposed carbon, and that irritated me. Seats are good, dash is poor. All the buttons and switchgear feel a little mushy to me. It's not the best thought out interior either, the luggage space (with the rear seat delete) makes it a brilliant GT, but there's nowhere handy to put a can of coke or rest your elbow. It seems minor on a sports car, but if you actually use the car and drive any distance in it it does get annoying. Also, and I didn't think I'd ever say this about my car, but it's too loud. Way too loud. It sounds good, but track day issues aside I just feel a little antisocial sometimes when driving with the exhaust valves open. Minor point, I'll get a 2bular at some point. At the end of the day, while I'm incredibly happy with my car, you'd have to REALLY love the brand to spend £90k+ on one of these. As you said, second hand they are brilliant cars (helped my good residuals) and at the £60-70k price bracket they are best in class. Fingers crossed Geeley ownership allows Lotus to bring costs down a bit, or bring the interior quality up.

[@EvoraGT430]

2bular is usually even louder......

[@leglessAlex]

@@EvoraGT430 He's started doing quieter ones exactly because the standard ones are so loud! Also important as I'd like to do some trackdays, and I believe as standard it falls foul of most noise regs 😅

[@chawenhalo0089]

911 looks good but it really has become an old farts car. Dull as dish water to drive. Much prefer this Lotus.

[@realitykicksin8755]

It is in the same price category as a Corvette C7 Grand Sport. And the Corvette makes mince meat out of the Lotus Evora ... on the track.

[@JayEmmOnCars]

And if track times or hp per $ are your only concern, a Lotus is not the car for you

[@Jabber-ig3iw]

Nobody outside of America buys the corvette, so nobody cares about the corvette, other than Americans. It’s not a rival to this. I doubt Lotus even know what a corvette is.

[@JayEmmOnCars]

I think Lotus know what a Corvette is, seeing as how they helped design one...

[@Yodaandhislightsabre]

I've driven C5 and C6 Corvettes. They are fast on the track, but porky. Leave the traction control on and go as fast as you dare. Didn't care for the C6 at all. Liked the C5, even though it was slower.

[@ImBarryScottCSS]

Who cares if the weave matches up, it definitely doesn't match up when it goes carbon - piano black - carbon.

[@deadmoldable]

they didn't rise the price. the pound got just so much weaker.

[@JayEmmOnCars]

No, they put the price up.

[@deadmoldable]

@@JayEmmOnCars in numbers. but it has the same value. from european perspective ;)

[@marcnobel3938]

The car is super nice, but 100K when you can get a 992 for 82K and a 4S for 98K. Hmmmm... really hard with that price.

[@JayEmmOnCars]

No one is gonna get a 992 for 82k though, I would be surprised if many are under 90k

[@marcnobel3938]

@@JayEmmOnCars What can I say, that`s the starting price. With options for sure more, but you can still configure a decent 992 for under 90K. - Looking at this I think the Lotus (Ex Elise owner myself) about 30-25K to expensive for what it is. 70-75K for a car with that age, technology and Cockpit is the border line for me.

[@JayEmmOnCars]

@@marcnobel3938 yeah and you'll see in the video I agree 75K is a much better price point for this

[@marcnobel3938]

@@JayEmmOnCars I have seen that. I think for 75K it would see like hot cakes. Anyway - I would buy a used one 2-3 years old, but for emotional reasons i will get next Season a MK1 Elise again. I know each screw of the car, it`s cheap to run and for me it`s also enough performance.

[@fulano787]

Reading posers act like they’ve owned porches and lotuses...

[@ghostridertom]

Porsches are much much more expensive. Compared to the GT410 Sport they are cold and generic. And it IS a super driver's car, for me much more than a supercar.

[@colinwatt00]

I would trade the unnecessary, non-functional exterior carbon fibre trim for a better interior all day, every day.