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Originally Posted by Dynwolf

Unless you know something we all don't, the problem is the gearbox, NOT the engine. The lack of a source is why the Esprit is going out of production.

Oh, and to answer an earlier question - rumor has it that a replacement is in the works.

JM

Dynwolf,

This might be a mere technicality of this departure nature.

I was talking from wider picture - Big Picture,not production cycles of just a few years.

Most of V8 engines are Ad Acta from point of new regulations.

This has been covered too long and that is the reason why you are so surprised.

But don't think this be Lotus as only one, Bmw will face serious problems with new Euro IV regulations as we speak, because of years neglecting the fact that
he has to be both engaged in both making great cars and responsible for their waste.

Thanks to Audi for example, most of Lamborghini models can past latest regulations with no problem, Most of Aston Martins will do same because of Ford engines.

No, these engines are far from efficient, or petrol saving, but they can pass regulations and that is most important.

To really understand how many brands will face serious problems go to :

http://www.vcacarfueldata.org.uk/

You wont find one single BMW on present Euro IV list !!!

Like many others he is silent for the last moment to avoid embarrassment,because, like many before they all believed money can forever keep needed regulations away from knocking on their doors,but not even corrupted politicians could push that truth away from coming to light.

Everything that has beginning must have an end.

So whether gearbox be temporary dismay or maybe a shortage of purple stockings for Lotus engineers, this is the end of the road, real reasons for old Esprit’s V8 departure.

By asking me where did I hear this,you just presented how your interest is only a pedal pressing activity rather then a bit more both fun but also responsible
direction that every carmaker has to follow today.