Look what's just arrived at Murray Lotus

[Brandon]

The only one in the world...

[Bibs]

Is it an Evora Scura? Nice

[SketchySteve]

I've gone a bit weak at the knee's, always been a huge fan of matt paintwork on the right car. Super hot!

[bingoking]

Looking very nice . Perhaps you can bring it to Breakfast in Perth on Sunday!!

Hope you asked permission to use that catch phrase...

[LotusX180R]

Maybe I need some additional views, but I don't like it.

Then again I don't particularly like the Scura either. I do however think the more anular lined Exige looks better in the matte than the curvier Evora.

[Moxie]

I want that!!!

Kyle, I assume you saw this at Ed's place last year?...

Dunno man, I think that Evora is way sexier, but they both scream "badass" to me.

[LotusX180R]

Yes I did see the Matte Black Exige at S&S. It definitely looks better in person. I just don't like the matte black finish I guess.

[Sven76]

Fugly! Glad there is only one.

[woza]

Is it paint or a wrap?

[Moxie]

Paint. Very fussy to maintain paint.

[Iconic Ride]

Begs the question: How does one wax a matte finish? Or does it simply age like a fine wine?

[Lex Templar]

I think the Matt paint thing was okay a couple of years ago because it was different. Not so anymore.

[Vulcan Grey]

a guy on LT just Plasti-dipped a friend's Elise. Takes 3-4 hours and minimal dis-assembly or prep. Cost is about $60 for a gallon of paint. Peels off when you don't like it anymore.

I like th elook of the Scura with the glossy stripes. I saw the Roger Becker Final Edition Exiges at the factory. I don't think I would ever buy a matte painted car!

[Moxie]

I think the Matt paint thing was okay a couple of years ago because it was different. Not so anymore.

I resemble that remark, sir! "Matte" if you please.

And while I may be bald, I believe the gallons of Ron Popeil matte-black spray-on hair I've invested in over the years has withstood the test of time quite well, thank you very much. Not so anymore...indeed!

[TBD]

May my eyes be blessed never to have to see this car in real life!

It will take them long enough to recover from those chome Evoras in "The Host"

Edited November 28, 2012 by TBD

[Snoopy1969]

Begs the question: How does one wax a matte finish? Or does it simply age like a fine wine?

There are special waxes existing for matte finish, like swizoel opaque.

SOme time ago I read an article abot the matte finish on Merc AMG cars and there was mentioned that the cleaning etc is not that simple, esp a car wash using "normal" soap would create a "shiny" effect - means: the car will start to look like rancid butter...

In my eyes the Evora looks much better with a "normal" paint - but maybe I am a little bit tired of all the "showcars" in munich with a wrap - number one of the "most worst league" a X6 in a clay brown wrap (no kidding) (in my opinion...)

BTW: One of the first cars in munich in a military green wrap, a P 993 Cabrio with a sticker "make love not war" (driven by a woman) is back to original paint already.........which says a lot to me

[Al]

Not sure if I like it or not. I have only ever seen a few matt finish cars in the flesh. An Exige at the factory half finished and a couple of Lambo's in Dubai. Wasn't struck on what I have seen so far and I am told this is better in the flesh than by photo.

May have to take a run through before going back offshore Brandon. Are you out on Sunday at Perth?

[fmxa]

Looks like primer spray paint

[Brandon]

Not sure if I like it or not. I have only ever seen a few matt finish cars in the flesh. An Exige at the factory half finished and a couple of Lambo's in Dubai. Wasn't struck on what I have seen so far and I am told this is better in the flesh than by photo.

May have to take a run through before going back offshore Brandon. Are you out on Sunday at Perth?

 

Hey Al! Have to be at the showroom unfortunately this Sunday...

Edited November 29, 2012 by Brandon

[bingoking]

WOT!  Working on a Sunday!

What's the breakfast like and can we organise a LEGS meet one Sunday morning? 

[Al]

Good idea Brian!  Great customer relations exercise!

 

I am just off the phone to Craig and it looks like he will be joining us on Sunday however   as he had his diary mixed up.  He is now free.

[douglasgdmw]

I am just off the phone to Craig and it looks like he will be joining us on Sunday however   as he had his diary mixed up.  He is now free.

About time to!!!

[Justin182]

A LEGS meet at MMC would be potentially dangerous for our wallets!

[LotusX180R]

Paint. Very fussy to maintain paint.

 

 

Begs the question: How does one wax a matte finish? Or does it simply age like a fine wine?

 

 

When I looked at the Matte Black Exige at S&S I picked up some literature from Lotus for the finish.

 

Summarized below:

 

 

 

• While the car has a 3/36 warranty, the finish only had a 1/12 warranty.
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• Dealer were explicitly informed of the need for special care.
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• Fading and discoloration are considered normal and specifically excluded from the warranty
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• Aggressive solvent based cleaners should not be used
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• Wax or abrasive polishes should not be used (they will mark and contaminate the surface)
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• Avoid washing the car in direct sunlight
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• Only use approved automotive wax free detergents 
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• Rinse all traces of detergent from car with (preferably) demineralized water and dry with a clean absorbant cloth before attempting to remove any stubborn contamination
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• Only use Lotus approved 3M "Scotchbrite" fine (grey) pads in conjunction with automotive detergent in water to remove any bugs, tar, or stubborn contamination
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• Spray the soap on the area and gently abrade in small circular rotations to remove contamination Heavy abrasion will mark the surface
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• Dry the area and clean with 'Go-Foam' When this has been wiped dry apply 'Armorall Protectant Solution' with a clean micro-fibre cloth.

 

 

So it seems like the finish is not long lasting to start, and is high maintenance and easy to screw up.

[Bibs]

It's a rubberised paint, it's the most durable paint Lotus use! 

 

It can't be polished of course but it's very, very tough!