[The Producer]

Great written update from the always eloquent Harry Metcalfe

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Fast approaching 4000miles in the Emira and added 400 of those yesterday with a drive up to Tyrrell Classic cars to see the progress being made on the Countach and Espada (video coming soon..).

Things I’ve learnt about the Emira so far include it’s a very enjoyable companion, that I’m using almost as a daily. It uses a bit more fuel than I expected, 29mpg is possible on motorway runs but generally it’s 23-25mpg.

The upside is it comes alive on the N.Wales roads I was on yesterday, thanks to having more than ample power (today’s power wars often means driving becomes a battle of willpower to not go too crazy), a great gear change, strong brakes, with a solid pedal that’s perfect for heel & toe blipping and a general feeling of lightness despite what the scales might say.

Key to how it feels is the steering that’s just a delight and overflows with information. It reminds me of the GT3 Touring on roads like this, with the rim constantly writhing in your hands as the Emira flows over the rumpled tarmac so typical of roads up here. One grumble was the wipers struggle to keep the windscreen clean in mucky conditions, especially on the passenger side but maybe the washers need adjusting, let’s see.

Another interesting discovery is the Emira handles much like a GT3 too because it has near identical front/rear weight balance at approx 62R/38F. Once you’re aware of this rear bias and adjust the way you drive accordingly, it becomes a joy to punt on the roads I was on yesterday.

I also like the way Lotus flies under the supercar radar and doesn’t shout ‘flash car’ when out and about. That’s a huge plus in my book, yet everyone comments on how good this car looks and are amazed when I say it lists at £77k.

I should do another Emira video update with more info but that’s one for another day..