Lotus Evora S Review: Proof Jeremy Clarkson's Approval Can't Save A Car

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Today I'm back behind the wheel of a 2014 Lotus Evora S. A wonderful car, but almost completely unloved except by those who were brave enough to buy them. With the Evora finally being discontinued this year, I take a look back at the car and see if I can figure out why.
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@KarlOsuchowski 3 года назад

This channel lacks even the slightest hint of snobbery, and I just watched 20 minutes of “Brit in Lotus on damp B-road”. On top of that, you avoid a needlessly clinical approach to car specs. It’s just pure, unadulterated appreciation for driving. Like many, I don’t come here to see the latest M4 video, I come to hear James’s unique take on whatever he’s prepared for us, because his take is always entertaining and authentic. And that is *truly* powerful currency on a platform such as RU-vid. Bravo.

3 года назад

Kinda same, I like that his review looks just like some familiar regular bloke telling you the truth, just more eloquently.

@retordwa9280 2 года назад

A snob? No, not at all...an upstart, yes, a bit...

@Calilasseia 2 года назад

The most lovable feature of this channel, is that James gives you the impression of being the sort of bloke you'd meet in some isolated country pub, wondering why he's drinking lemonade with his pie and chips, and when you get chatting, he tells you he's leaving the beer aside so that he can enjoy his new car properly ... and then invites you to share the ride. Then, after you've narrowly avoided prolapse because his new car is a bona fide rocketship, he turns to you with that inimitable smile, and says "goes well, doesn't she?" :D This being followed by him reaching for a notepad, scribbling down contact details for where you can get your own, and dropping you off home with the exhortation to get in touch if you buy something interesting he hasn't driven before, so you can do a swap for a week. :)

@Guene6spd Год назад

I also come here to dream about potential used car buys. I’d gladly spend my money doing annual trades for cars he recommends.

@TriangularTurdz 3 года назад

Comment for engagement/algorithm purposes, this channel is criminally underrated

@LaurentiusTriarius 3 года назад

It's probably coming along, he's going to the moon anytime soon... I sincerely hope it does.

@JayEmmOnCars 3 года назад

That would be nice

@TriangularTurdz 3 года назад

@@JayEmmOnCars Many thanks for the response to the thread, and please excuse the username; I made it over a decade ago now and I can’t be arsed changing it and redoing my subs. But just worth reaffirming your content is fantastic and I’m sincerely thankful you continue to put out as much as you do. Cheers, Cam

@VladoT 3 года назад

This man can make the most boring and the most interesting car reviewed in a way that you just keep on watching.

@anasnasir9424 3 года назад

I watched car throttle video on lotus carlton/omega and how they were getting stolen very often... I typed opel lotus omega and started scrolling and found a review by JayEmm... That's how I discovered this gem 😛

@GetUpFalcon 3 года назад

Some channels give you tyre-shredding oversteer, others jaw-dropping cinematography, but this one gives you unprecedented car-chat. How a car drives and the way it looks are important, but just as important is 'what it's about.' It's a huge part of being into cars. There's a genius to your work James.

@johnnyboy1586 2 года назад

Yes Jay and Harry's garage

@daviddesert3132 Год назад

Same here...Jay. Harry and driver 27!

@sju9188 3 года назад

bought a 2012 Evora S in sienna brown basically because of your praise for the car but got convinced by the test drive as well. do not regret my purchase

@artpereira 3 года назад

That’s the best looking spec. The aggressive bumper of the later cars just looked ott

@maxijunger 3 года назад

World needs more cars like these...sad it wasn’t a commercial succes

@johncarlo2630 3 года назад

I’ve owned quite a number of sports cars in my lifetime and the S1 Evora S is still my favorite, and why I still own it. The driving experience is pure magic

@AxLWake 3 года назад

It still looks great. I absolutely love the design.

@ikonuk 3 года назад

Agreed

@bmtziii640 3 года назад

Lots Of Trouble Usually Serious

@MoskusMoskiferus1611 3 года назад

@@bmtziii640. Enough

@Greg_Chase 2 года назад

@@bmtziii640 No. While I had 'reliability concerns' before buying my first Lotus (a new S4s) in 1996, I looked into it, found out the quality control really improved during the time GM owned Lotus, and bought my first of three new, from the dealer, Lotus cars. No issues with any of the 3 Lotus cars I've owned. My latest is an Evora GT. What a beast of power and handling. A handmade car that you never see on the road due to limited production is a joy for those of us who can afford this privilege.

@Greg_Chase 2 года назад

@Emerald Pipes Learn to write software. You could make enough to pay cash for a brand new Evora GT in a few months if you do some software consulting. If you don't have rent to pay etc. you can pocket everything you make. A lot of people do this. It's detail-oriented work and not for everybody but it pays well. The first new Lotus I bought in 1996 - an Esprit S4s - I paid cash for. I had only been out of college a short time, a couple years. How did I do it? I got a job writing software at a startup and got 0.15% of the company stock as part of the 'incentive stock option plan.' It may not sound like much but that tiny percentage was worth millions. When the company went public, the first thing I bought was the new Lotus. People who start coding early can pay their way through college, have no student loan debt, probably be making more than their parents, then get rich in a few years writing code in startups. Good luck.

@superdooperoofer8941 3 года назад

The 2GR-FE is an amazing engine. I had one in a toyota Aurion for 8 years. The guy i had driving it put 360,000km on it. Other than very routine oil changes and one set of oil cooler pipes (known problem, preventative maintenance) the was was super reliable. We would have sold it at 200,000 but we had spent that little on the car we took a gamble that it would stay reliable, what an engine, who ever thought it sounded like this.... amazing.

@AntoniusTyas 3 года назад

It is a great engine. A junior of mine at the university had an ASEAN-spec Camry (so... Aurion, it is) with the 3.5 V6. Fast as hell and with custom exhaust sounds like a GT-R.

@TheJbsportstech 2 года назад

It’s a great engine just compared to a 911 it’s doesn’t sound like money, logically it makes sense

@philipmulville8218 3 года назад

I just love Jay's matter of fact reviews. Interesting information and observations based on his own experience. Zero nonsense. So refreshing.

@JYD_esign 3 года назад

I love my Evora S. You captured it perfectly. I hope Lotus' next car will be a sales success

@ThatRosco458 3 года назад

How's reliability been for you? Do you put many miles on it?

@aternateus5835 2 года назад

@@ThatRosco458 it's a toyota v6 ..it will never die

@Convisis 3 года назад

Loved this. No one is doing material quite like this.

@JayEmmOnCars 3 года назад

Thankyou

@Wow_Kaush 3 года назад

Totally agree. JayEmm your approach seems so simple and is therefore so appealing! Nobody else is doing content like you and you're doing an amazing job, bravo! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾

@harald.370 3 года назад

Congrats on 150k members James! 👍

@JayEmmOnCars 3 года назад

Thanks Harald

@HaggisNHorsepower 3 года назад

Always had a soft spot for this year Evora too. It’s such an elegant car, especially in that colour. Great vid Jay 👍🏻

@andymountain130 3 года назад

All ways had soft spot but its just gone hard!!!

@TheOrangeEliseCup250 3 года назад

Great to see you back home. Hope you will present another Lotus in the future.

@ll-qf7qf 3 года назад

This car is a bit like this channel criminally underrated

@bafg182 3 года назад

The supercharger came from the Toyota TRD Aurion. The Aurion was the Camry with different headlights, grille and tail lights. In many Asian countries, the Aurion was badged as the Camry

@dannywhite132 3 года назад

I dont care what anyone says, this is the attainable dream car for me

@cliveyboyb5770 3 года назад

I think if you buy an earlier Evora they have probably bottomed in price (last year plenty for £25-30K) and like James mentioned might start to go up. Lotus have also recently announced lower fixed price servicing costs from £270. So ownership should not be wallet draining.

@reecepool0534 3 года назад

Straight pipes 😍

@silvermovermedia9737 3 года назад

There’s so much more to owning and appreciating a car than the price and performance statistics etc. James you convey a real world experience of enjoying the car. 👍

@DrDD-pw8wn 3 года назад

"Oh that's stupid." I say everyday I'm on the road as well.

@SebXUK 3 года назад

Just bought an Evora LE basically on your recommendation James - holy cow, what a spectacular thing. The ride quality & steering just blow me away after my ND MX-5. Thank you for banging on about them for all these years!!

@neil.murphy 3 месяца назад

I have to ask. I had an ND MX5 and absolutely loved it. Best car I've ever owned. Sold it for a Tesla Model 3 (family called) but now in the market for something fun again and curious why you prefer this over the MX5 so greatly. Presumably a quicker car?

@mr.libido2000 3 года назад

I'm glad you mentioned the Lotus dealers Jay. Here in Australia, I contacted my nearest dealer 6 days ago to test drive an Elise. I left a voicemail, they didn't get back to me. I filled out a online form to book a test drive. I still haven't been contacted. I guess they don't want my business. Love your channel btw.

@jackschumann3704 3 года назад

As usual, a terrific i wasn’t looking at an Evora, but when I saw it I had to watch it and discover what you had all of the excitement over. As usual I had only heard of one, stop what I had planned and go around and learn what all of the excitement was over. Always an enjoyable ride going along with you. Thanx, Jack in New York. Jack Schumann

@LaurentiusTriarius 3 года назад

I have a 2007 avalon with a trd supercharger kit, it's been two transmissions refresh but I love that sleeper sofa of a car. The sound of the 2gr-fe is so special when I step on it people look around for the sports car, all they see is a huge white camry looking piece of s... 😄 Love it.

@artursvirbulis6884 3 года назад

Have watched a lot of your videos and have to say, that this one was really great and emotional. Keep up the good work!

@monte0704 3 года назад

Hey Jay, I had a comment awhile back asking you about R32 GTR vs Evora, and I ended up in a 2010 NA Evora! I absolutely love it, and your channel absolutely was the best place to find information about it. Been subbed for a long time, and love to see your growth. The early Evora with a new shifter/cables and exhaust/intake/tune (and a new modern headunit) is a seriously phenomenal car.

@JayEmmOnCars 3 года назад

Thanks John, glad you're enjoying it

@MatthewCMaw 3 года назад

The earlier versions of these still look really good and they’re steadily becoming pretty good value! I’d gladly have one 👌🏻

@rodsalvador3608 3 года назад

Loved your review. I am lucky to own an early Evora with, err..um...personality. When it's right, it really is a magical thing.

@cuddlyDragon123 3 года назад

I’m sure this is the one that was for sale a Parkway Specialist Cars a few years ago. I remember it very well because it must be my dream spec. Nightfall blue with gunmetal wheels is absolutely perfect. 👍🏻

@JayEmmOnCars 3 года назад

Correct

@og-ol-timer 3 года назад

Nice video, I was almost expecting you to say you were thinking of getting another Lotus by the end…Also good shout out to Bell & Colvill they always have a lovely selection of cars

@global_nomad. 3 года назад

Thanks again for the Lotus content...hope this marks some sort of beginning of a new relationship - would really look forward to your review of the new models when they arrive...

@kevinmountford4541 3 года назад

James, I have watched all of your videos for the last twelve months and I agree with 90% of your views and opinions, but, I must say, I think you are personally reasonable for so many ebay search’s and ensuing discussions regarding “what the hell are you looking at now, how many cars do you really need”. Keep it up. Us mere plebs just need to dream. Thank you

@karlhurn 2 года назад

Great video Jay. I own a Lotus Elan M100 S2 and what I find odd is that Lotus always seems to write the M100 completely out of its history, even at the recent launch of the Emira they jumped from the Esprit to the Elise. I thought it was because it was a sales disaster, but if you're right the Evora actually sold less than the M100, so that doesn't make sense. Lotus must just be pandering to the track day hero's who won't accept a front wheel drive Lotus, but like you said about the Evora, people should drive one before they judge.

@buildthis99 3 года назад

A very interesting and very thoughtful piece. You have actually managed to make me genuinely interested in a car that, before this video, had only got my attention for about a minute over the last 7 years.

@JayEmmOnCars 3 года назад

Glad my videos work :)

@EvoraGT430 3 года назад

It won Evo Car of they Year 2009. Look it up to see what it beat (hint: legendary cars).

@bakhteria 3 года назад

Jay, nice to c u visit the Evora again👍

@ukpipeline 3 года назад

Thanks James, captivating review and discussion. Keep up the good work. 👍

@willb7081 3 года назад

Another awesome video! Thanks for the shout out James, very much appreciated!

@benjzh 3 года назад

Nice to see you back in a Lotus! Great video about an important car for pistonheads, despite the too modest success.

@Little6 3 года назад

Yay to more Lotus contents. I have watched your Exige S2 review numerous times.

@oliverlondon5246 3 года назад

I own a 911 and agree with your comments. The Evora is just so much more fun to drive and has a lot more character. Surprisingly though, the Lotus dealer recommended to keep the Porsche, as the Lotus has too many quality issues. So I did…

@robertoquerini8220 3 года назад

I currently own a 996 Carrera (with a lot of engine improvements) and thinking to buy a Lotus for more fun to drive, but still I'm worried about quality downgrade. Maybe Elise/Exige, thanks to their semplicity, are a better choice against the Evora.

@MarvinHecht 3 года назад

Thank you Jay, never even thought of an Evora, wow it looks like an awesome car!

@abowen4951 3 года назад

This is my new Saturday routine tea toast Jay emm on cars bliss

@rgillespie0601 3 года назад

Great video Jay. Love seeing you drive on roads local to me too.

@doug3011 3 года назад

I saw one recently it looks better in the flesh than in pictures, still great car. I hope they bring an esprit and Elise replacement out soon..

@Swedegt500 3 года назад

Your spot on what Evora stands for. Pure driving joy with enough practicality. I do love my Evora 400 and never regret buying it. Not many issues at all , just minor things. If you do like driving i strongly recommend an Evora. The car respons, the steering let you know whats under the wheels.. Buy it!

@stuartchristie654 3 года назад

I will always remember the drive I had in your old Evora, I just wanted to keep going and going. The GTR felt like a wardrobe on bricks afterwards

@SebiSthlm 3 года назад

Wow, just realised that you have 150k subs now! I wasn't subbing at a couple of hundreds, but I remember around like 5k. Well done, James!

@angusmcmillan111 3 года назад

Great video! Was massively excited when the Evora was unveiled, and then by pure chance I ended up driving near Loch Lomond at the press first drive event, with them rocketing past my then girlfriend's Fiesta. I hope with the Emira they do offer a genuine entry version of the car that is fast and fun to drive, rather than being scary to drive or afford. As much as I love the sound of the V6 a turbo 4 with around 300hp would be great for me, although I know many commenters will inevitably want a lot more power!

@timeaves9614 3 года назад

Brilliant review James! Just traded my sports racer in for a GT410 sport and I wished I could have afforded to keep both! Seriously underrated cars!

@288gto7 3 года назад

Does anybody actually even take jeremy seriously? That era of top gear for me basically was just a car themed comedy show, nothing else

@LucasW.B 3 года назад

Yeah man his words are gospell to many people x)

@georgepom328 3 года назад

I take intrest what he says it shouldn't be gospel. But he knows his stuff and he loves cars and his opinions are valid just shouldn't be used as fact but some of his reviews I agree with some aren't he likes some I don't and vice versa

@SquiggyWigginz 3 года назад

I agree with 288 GTO. Comedy show to most in the states, nothing more.

@georgepom328 3 года назад

@@SquiggyWigginz I think though most of the sillyness they try to consumers advice and they didn't just do messing around

@MrGwaldo 3 года назад

@@SquiggyWigginz who could argue with a 288GTO?

@jamesb5613 3 года назад

Great video James. I now want to go out and buy another Evora; err and then I remember how difficult they are to resale.

@CynicalBastard511 3 года назад

Jeremy Clarkson's approval can't save a car in the same sense that his derision can't damage a car, either. He panned the Vectra and yet the Vectra was always in the list of the Top 10 best selling cars in the UK.

@rouman7 3 года назад

Yup vectra like the mondeo , good for cab drivers .. both imo bog standard cars

@herewardthewake5433 3 года назад

That's because there was nothing wrong with the Vectra, or most Vauxhall cars. Just normal vehicles for normal people.

@rouman7 3 года назад

@@herewardthewake5433 yup normal cars for normal people ? I not sure what normal means imo there bog average cars .. and I have had in my days old capris 3.s astrA gte 16v , calibra 16v yes they looked good for the time as I got older and could afford better cars .. ( imo) no iam not a snob. But I prefer German cars. Thease days Vauxhall and Ford imo are overpriced for what they are .. but will add I find the Vw overpriced for what it is. And it’s one German car I do not like

@herewardthewake5433 3 года назад

@@rouman7 If spending £10,000 to £15,000 more on a German car is your desire, feel free to fulfill it. I'm sure your friends at the golf club will be impressed with the BMW badge.

@rouman7 3 года назад

@@herewardthewake5433 not into BMWs. Porsche or mercs as they say you get what you pay for and I am not talking badges ....

@toucan221 3 года назад

thank you for this Evora review, I have waited for someone to do a REAL review and you hit it, I have seen a black one and God it looks gorgeous, thank you James. 🤪👉😊⭐😎

@Mistrzu1 3 года назад

Finishes watching video ... proceeds to look at Evoras in the classifieds ...

@EvoraGT430 3 года назад

Do it.

@julianadams2206 3 года назад

This is definitely one of those “one day I’ve gotta get me one of these cars”. Let’s hope that the replacement models soon to be launches are even better. 🤞

@paulmackay6376 3 года назад

Great video Jay, let's hope the new Lotus models will make it to production.

@lawrenceturlej4772 3 года назад

Another fantastic review! Absolutely love your channel

@richardkamm1283 3 года назад

Absolutely with you! I drive my 2013 S with the Komotech upgrade since the beginning. Fabelous! More torque, massivly less fuel consumption and reached now 110'000 KM without ANY trouble. An absolute dream car. But, I love the older version, caus the interior of the "new ones" is not my style, especially with those horrible plasticbuttons in the cockpit. The Evora is, as you said, THE driving car with a touch of comfort and a bit of exclusivity, caus you dont see this car very often.

@CathodeRayNipplez 3 года назад

Here in Oz a 2020 Evora GT410 is £124,543 ($223,340 AUD) Cheapest manual in country today is a 2012 Evora S £56,000 ($101,000 AUD) Evora may be my favourite Lotus actually.

@bulletmagnetLG 3 года назад

I’ve owned my 2014 Evora S Sports Racer for two years now (after 7 in an Elise) and I honestly don’t think I’ll ever sell it. It is sheer joy to drive!😃 The fact that it never sold well, guarantees it’s exclusivity and hopefully it’s an appreciating classic. Every drive out I’ll spot half a dozen 911’s (and yawn), I hardly ever see another Lotus, let alone an Evora, let alone an S SR...I like it that way. Thanks for a great vid Jay and thanks to all the sheep who bought something German instead!👍🏼

@tomdocherty3755 9 месяцев назад

Beautiful James, authentic geeky car neediness, great work!

@robertlawson2608 3 года назад

I have a 2014 S and I love this car. I also own a 2021 GT. Totally different cars but the 14S is still a great car and will not leave our garage.

@f4st3r36 3 года назад

I always felt that the issue is lotus delivers a great drivers car but not a great car. For the price they charge most people aren’t willing to deal with awkwardly climbing over the door sills, the less than finished interior, the lack of a dealer network, etc. amazing to drive for sure but there’s multiple reasons I bought a cayman instead of a lotus to daily drive.

@jonpick5045 3 года назад

Yes, spot on. I should love Lotus but I'm not even considering one for the next purchase for all the reasons you state.

@thedudeabides1443 3 года назад

Agreed. I’ve always seen Lotus as sort of toy “kit” cars. Fun to drive, yes but unrefined with sloppy fit and finish and not in the same league as Porsche-but close to the same price. Financially they make no sense.

@TheBrendonian 3 года назад

I can respect that view, but for me, the sills are a non issue, and whilst the interior quality is slightly lacking, it feels way more special than the Cayman, which is nice, but a bit “generic German mass-produced car“ by comparison. Can I ask if you’ve actually driven an Evora? I’ve had mine 8 years now, and never given a second thought to the Cayman R I test-drive before I got it.

@martinsaunders2942 Год назад

I actually like sitting in the tub, rather than sitting on it.. Getting in or out of it is just a matter of habit, I find it no problem at all.

@darrengoodwin5552 3 года назад

Hey James..I live in the US.And I own a 2014 Evora S..and what's funny is every time I go out for a drive everyone always stop me and say to me that is a beautiful car ...I got this car in 2017 and it is a keeper for me..The driving experience is great..This maybe the Top 10 must beautiful car ever made..

@patentlyrubbish 3 года назад

Test-drove a s/h Evora S at Bell & Collville sometime around 2015, when my 911 started showing signs of the usual engine problems. Absolutely loved it, for all the reasons Jay says. I’d looked at Lotus carefully and decided that the Evora really was the ideal one to get, usable but still fun. Spent the money rebuilding the 911 engine instead of px’ing it for the Evora; that was, with hindsight, a mistake, I should have fixed the 911 AND bought the Evora.

@charlieodonnell1709 3 года назад

I can totally agree with you regarding the BMW E46 M3. Back in 2002 I had a carbon black coupe. I kept it for 6 months and 8k miles. I had one decent hard drive in it and it killed the brakes, new discs and pads needed!

@Tropicarna 3 года назад

Good call, close, but the engine was based on that sold in the Australian Toyota TRD Aurion, the Avalon was an American based POS that was also sold here around the same time though. keep it up mate, really enjoyed the Vids

@drj2039 3 года назад

the Avalon is actually a predecessor of the Aurion

@N4CR5 3 года назад

@@drj2039 yeah you can see it in body shape too. Taxis in NZ used Avalons (and still do).

@fullyplantd 3 года назад

I test drove one of these last week, absolutely loved it. I drove the IPS and I found the pedals too close together and I kept pressing the brake and accelerator at the same time. I also found the side sill too high and wide to get in and out easily. I've decided to save up for an Evora 400 (despite never driven one) as I've heard (mostly from your videos) that they improved these things on the 400. Thanks again for the videos!

@Vonstroke 3 года назад

I've got fond memories of the Evora S. The later 400 never did it for me as the suspension was much stiffer, nor did I like the updated interior.

@EvoraGT430 3 года назад

Interesting. I've been considering "upgrading" to a -400 but I think I'm going to have to try one first.

@indigopotatomusic7471 3 года назад

Fantastic video, love the channel.

@ianramsey101 3 года назад

A genuine lovesong to Lotus. You don't see that often. I doubt Lotus would be my cup of tea, but I could feel what he was saying the whole video. Excellent review.

@JayEmmOnCars 3 года назад

Thanks Ian

@JustinBakerLife 3 года назад

Absolutely love this! Bought an Evora back in November sight unseen without ever driving one. Makes my e90 BMW steering feel pedestrian. Mine is the non-S but still loads of fun.

@xjk5Mikel 2 года назад

Being a non S evora, is enough fast? I have an Audi TT mk3 230hp, and I am thinking about a NA Evora. Before the TT I had a MX5 (only 131 hp) and it was more funny than the TT. Of course, the TT is very fast. Thanks!

@JustinBakerLife 2 года назад

@@xjk5Mikel It was fairly fast, but you may be slightly disappointed. I actually sold it last month. I drove it for about 7 months and sold it for more than I paid for it. It was an incredible car, but I want to pay off my house, so I decided to sell it. The handling was unreal though. The guy that bought it also owns a 997 - 911 Carrera S and he said the Evora handles way better than the 911.

@xjk5Mikel 2 года назад

@@JustinBakerLife thanks!. So the base Evora you say that could be a bit disapointed... I think that an Evora S is the answer, but now I dont have enough money for it. Maybe is better to keep my Audi TT, better than the Evora NA...?

@JustinBakerLife 2 года назад

@@xjk5Mikel I would say the Evora NA is a far superior car to the Audi TT (depending on the year and spec of the TT), but the Evora may not be MUCH quicker. The Evora looks better, handles better, but may not be enough of a step up in speed to justify the extra cost. Unless the handling and looks are enough. II hope that helps. Evoras are not cheap right now, mine was the cheapest in the country when I bought it and now the cheapest NA even, is still almost $10K more than I paid for mine and it has a salvage title. Mine was in perfect condition and had a clean title.

@Kulumuli 3 года назад

when I saw the first pictures of the Evora I thought it looked more bland than the Elise. But it has grown on me. And today this car I think would suit me very well.

@tjroelsma 3 года назад

I think your remark at around 2:20 sums up the "failure" of the Evora: people saw it as the next step for the Elise/Exige, a supercar to take on the high end Ferrari's, Lamborghini's and Porsche's. And it simply wasn't.

@MrRoyck10 3 года назад

Well your experience with the Lotus brand was well documented, the ownership experience is a combination of service at the dealership, the driving experience and reliability. I would rather buy a Porsche Cayman GT4 or A110. Nice content as always.

@ja2688 3 года назад

@C. Fecteau-AU-MJ13 Then get a Cayman GT4 similar money to some of the high spec Evora's and it's a sensational drivers car.

@wasdwasdwwasd 3 года назад

I'm sure the badge will be distant memory when you're enjoying the drive. Besides what's wrong with Porsche? It's not as if the Cayenne and Macan are bad cars

@margaretamorelius890 3 года назад

Ever since Lotus Europa, I have been weak for Lotus. Good video!

@mrdayumfine109 3 года назад

I current own a Championship White Honda Civic Type R (FN2) People STILL bring up the Jeremy Clarkson review about that car, 14 years later. You have people constantly popping up on the forums asking "looking to buy, are they really as bad as Clarkson said ect" ...Meanwhile, its one of the best cars I've ever owned.

@georgepom328 3 года назад

As I say clarkson you can pay attention to him but his stuff isn't fact is his opinion like i agree with him in the case of FN2 but don't on the mini countryman

@anhondacivic6541 3 года назад

He did point out that the fn2 is worse than its predecessor the ep3 but I don't recall him saying that it is bad

@georgepom328 3 года назад

@@anhondacivic6541 He said it was bad compared to the predecessor

@Derpderpson123 3 года назад

He also looked down on the tesla roadster while the data says they just went around in circles to drain the battery. I’m NOT a Tesla fanboy. People act like top gear is like THE BEST automotive journalism, while in the end it’s just a TV show with 3 funny blokes.

@georgepom328 3 года назад

@@Derpderpson123 I agreed with him about the Tesla roadster though as at the time it took forever to charge. There was reliability issues and the elise was cheaper and probably better built

@clanmac66 3 года назад

The car that was crying out to be a Targa.

@michaelteret4763 3 года назад

I’ve always loved the Evora and dreamed of driving one. I guess I’ll have to be satisfied with my Matchbox version.

@iorgostamatelos6157 2 года назад

Just a reliable opinion and well filmed cars. From France with love!

@amphilbey 3 года назад

Really enjoyed this video as with all your early Evora content when no one else was covering it., Evora looks great in this cover, shame so rare.Here's hoping the Emira is more successful. Hard job taking on the Cayman and 911, think Lotus missed a trick with the original Evora that the Esprit did so well - providing supercar performance and looks for a lower price. I get the build quality concerns but surely the engine is bullet proof vs. Porsche issues and no rust!

@simonscowen1 3 года назад

Juss use you’re outro music and graphics as your intro music and graphics as well… really nice and fitting

@papapetad 3 года назад

Lotus rock. Simple, elegant designs with solid suspension geometry and reliable drivetrains. A strong focus on weight reduction. The evora's sleek, somewhat understated design reminds me of the noble cars. Kudos to Lotus for sticking to the essentials of what makes a brilliant driver's car despite market pressure to push for ridiculous numbers and price tags.

@subliminalvibes 3 года назад

The algorithm is working!! Subbed. 👍😎

@stevewatts5167 3 года назад

I have a U.S. 2010 Launch Edition one of a kind color combination, 52K miles, zero issues, Recaro's are amazing and everyone comments that the leather inside has the the most incredible smell, its a beautiful car, I also have a 2009 Elise, zero issues, need to sell one as I don't need two Lotus' but it is extremely difficult to sell either. I consider the Evora to be the best kept secret in a Real Sports Car, thanks for the great videos

@jamesengland7461 3 года назад

Very effective contemplative pause to lament at the end.

@humanitech 3 года назад

Always loved the lotus ethos...the driving experience, suspension, handling and power to weight dynamics, but sadly the final fit, finish and detail refinement was always their one slight Achilles heel, but always a pure delight to drive.

@sportzntouring 3 года назад

Very cool cars, but something about the headlights and front bumper that didn't work... But I'm sure as a driver's car, none of that matters once you're pushing on.

@micahgunnell 3 года назад

I hope someday I can own one of these...It's the kind of car that makes you smile every time you see it.

@jamp12008 3 года назад

I've been watching this channel for a while now and I don't think I've ever heard of this car before ever in my life 🙃🤣🤣👍👍👍

@EvoraGT430 3 года назад

It won Evo Car of they Year 2009. Look it up to see what it beat (hint: legendary cars).

@jamp12008 3 года назад

@@EvoraGT430 I appreciate the reply mate but my comment was sarcasm. It was meant to be a joke. Don’t worry I’ll take my L and leave 😂👍

@BPLeroyLotusEvora 3 года назад

Great report on a magical car. Mine is a near identical model, built in 2012 when I bought it new after it served as the Brussels Motor Show press car for my dealer Lotus Thierry VERHIEST in Ostend, Belgium. The upgrades compared to the original car had just been introduced. It’s nearly this spec, albeit with the IPS auto box. It’s been my daily driver since,, with nearly 100000 KMS on the the car. Fabulous machine, with very limited issues, all ironed out by Thierry and his skilful and passionate team. If you want the best Lotus dealer on the Continent, look no further! I bought it after having owned two Elise’s, and I’ve never driven a better car. Sole difference with your yellow 400: my paint has never come off, not even by the wind…

@jesuschristpose896 3 года назад

Lotus are outstanding cars, small reliable engines with outstanding performance. If you ever get a chance to drive one,do,you will not be disappointed, it's like a huge gocart.

@lolroflpmsl 3 года назад

'grats on 150K! Growing rapidly!

@JayEmmOnCars 3 года назад

Thank you!

@eze8970 3 года назад

Great review J, I've been following your channel since your Evora days, ex owner myself. Perhaps a modern classic already? Lotus Silverstone didn't get a mention?

@return2med241 3 года назад

Not Evora related, but - I’m in the market for my first sports car at 25 and I’m mesmerised by the sheer driver experience you get for money from lotus compared to the Ms & RS’s. Seriously looking at buying one now! ☝️ Thanks for opening this door up to me, JayEmm.

@TheJbsportstech 2 года назад

Jay always give a pretty good objective view of a car. These were great but going up and 911 money was always going to be hard with a Toyota engine