How long have you had to wait for parts?

[f1ace]

I am thinking of getting my first Esprit (1990). Because of the rarety of the cars should I be concerned about being able to get any part I need, eventually?

Also, it does not have a glass sunroof, any suggestions where to source one?

Thanks, and nice to be aboard!

Wes

[kylie]

Welcome You shouldn't have any major problems sourcing parts. You can order a glass roof and fixings from SJ Sportcars in UK. There is also a wealth of knowledge here for finding out what the parts are off to make buying cheaper. Best of luck.
Regards
Kylie

[maigret]

Most consumables, timing belt, brake pads etc. are readily available locally.

I have got a few bits from sjsportscars. I am about as far from England as you can get (southern New Zealand). Delivery is 1 to 2 weeks for standard courier and less than a week for express delivery. JAE provided prompt delivery from the States taking 4 days for a new rear hub.

[Skerd]

I have never had a problem with part availability at my dealer. If you do not pay extra for next day air it can take a lot longer though.

[F1Ace]

Thanks guys! As a Jaguar XJS owner I have found the abundant aftermarket interest and used parts of great comfort, but now I won't worry about the Lotus as well.

Thanks again!
Wes

[cnh1990]

3-4 days. 3 dayfrom RD, 4 days from JAE.
Calvin

[MikeyRide]

I've been very pleased with parts availability in the US for my '95 S4s. I've never had to wait any longer than it takes to ship from LCU. Off the top of my head, that includes parts for a full transaxle rebuild including 2nd gear, front lower control arms and bushings, a coolant header tank, and a 104 cam gear.

[F1Ace]

Mikeyride

So you have an S4s. That is actually the other car I am considering. It's either a white 90SE or a black 95 S4s. I like the fact that the 95 has so many refinements, but don't like the color. Black would practically disappear. It's like you're driving an exotic and no one would notice, no? I would love to repaint it in Titanium but the interior is grey. I also think the rear wing must get irritating as it is always in the way of hatch access. Have you found that to be irritating?

Thanks!
Wes

[MikeyRide]

F1Ace said:

Black would practically disappear. It's like you're driving an exotic and no one would notice, no?

I prefer that it's "understated", relatively speaking. It seems to keep the number of teenage boys (the only ones who care) who ask if it has "naws" and think I should race their buddy's VEEE-tech to a minimum.

F1Ace said:

Have you found that to be irritating?

It's more irritating that you can't see out the rear window very well.


>> Edited by MikeyRide on Wednesday 18th February 18:58

[autocross7]

JAE has been good to me as well. They generally affordable and they get parts out pretty quik. Majestic Turbochargers in Dallas is good for turbo work. Very affordable but very very fast. They have a one day turn time!!!

Drive topless!!!
Cameron