Quick spin in an i8 today
Discussion
I will admit to thinking it was impressive if not attractive in the images, however now I have seen quite a few in the flesh I don't think it's as interesting to look at, just deliberately modern.
I cannot understand ordering one of these over a higher end Tesla for the proper electric car experience. Reading the reviews the i8 seems to fall short of the likes of a 911 in terms of the drive.
The p85 Tesla I drove was not for me, but even I can see the glimpse of the future it gives so I can understand why people might buy one!
I cannot understand ordering one of these over a higher end Tesla for the proper electric car experience. Reading the reviews the i8 seems to fall short of the likes of a 911 in terms of the drive.
The p85 Tesla I drove was not for me, but even I can see the glimpse of the future it gives so I can understand why people might buy one!
Soo, while I do think it looks fantastic, I do find myself wondering why manufacturers seem confident enough to produce such a bold modern design for an EV but shy away from it with conventional IC cars!
Every single EV that's come to market looks as though it's out of BTTF 4 and looks fresh, it's time we saw this type of thinking in our run of the mill cars, or are they not 'modern' enough to warrant it?!
Every single EV that's come to market looks as though it's out of BTTF 4 and looks fresh, it's time we saw this type of thinking in our run of the mill cars, or are they not 'modern' enough to warrant it?!
edo said:
Wow. Really like this a lot. Goes like the bloody clappers, sounds great (may be fake, dont care!), and looks absolutely stunning.
Vines Guildford, yes? I'm borrowing that car tomorrow evening! Had a couple of goes in it already - impressed enough that mine's coming in April...AndyDubbya said:
Vines Guildford, yes? I'm borrowing that car tomorrow evening! Had a couple of goes in it already - impressed enough that mine's coming in April...
Out of interest (and not questioning your decision as I am not in a position to order either) why this over the higher powered Tesla models?AndyDubbya said:
edo said:
Wow. Really like this a lot. Goes like the bloody clappers, sounds great (may be fake, dont care!), and looks absolutely stunning.
Vines Guildford, yes? I'm borrowing that car tomorrow evening! Had a couple of goes in it already - impressed enough that mine's coming in April...I really like these, and white is not the best colour.
One question, I've managed to view one in the flesh close up and climbed in and out of it a couple of times..what's the consensus on the wide sill and drop down into the seat, I could imagine it becomes a real PITA, especially when wearing a suit on a rainy day (and having to sit on the sill while you swing in)
I was told order today for sept 1st delivery - which doesn't sound to bad ??
One question, I've managed to view one in the flesh close up and climbed in and out of it a couple of times..what's the consensus on the wide sill and drop down into the seat, I could imagine it becomes a real PITA, especially when wearing a suit on a rainy day (and having to sit on the sill while you swing in)
I was told order today for sept 1st delivery - which doesn't sound to bad ??
0a said:
AndyDubbya said:
Vines Guildford, yes? I'm borrowing that car tomorrow evening! Had a couple of goes in it already - impressed enough that mine's coming in April...
Out of interest (and not questioning your decision as I am not in a position to order either) why this over the higher powered Tesla models?
McWigglebum4th said:
better looking, more interesting, quieter, not named after a motorway, more innovation, great for sneaking up on blind people, doesn't have the M car image
Depends what country you come from ;-)http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Interstate_8
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