Locked In

[LillyMayPatterson #1685 & #5648]

I truly want this seat. Lift & Swivel.

 

[Frim]

I truly want this seat. Lift & Swivel.

Check Ebay. Completely rebuilt they are $600 and up. rebuildable seats are $300 and up. But they are out there and you have time to find one.

 

[Coss]

I truly want this seat. Lift & Swivel.

Those early GM seats swivel, but they don't lift or recline.
The swivel action is in the base, not the seat.
So you could (maybe depending on height and size (L&W) mount an existing Elio seat on it; I've done that conversion in other cars.
I built a Pacer for a guy in a wheel chair with that swivel plus extended rails, and a "crane" behind the seat that would pickup his chair (which would then fold up) and he would swing it behind the driver seat and lay it down.
But remember, this was in a Pacer (the fishbowl on wheels) and they had a lot of room to work with on the inside.

 

[Frim]

Those early GM seats swivel, but they don't lift or recline.
The swivel action is in the base, not the seat.
So you could (maybe depending on height and size (L&W) mount an existing Elio seat on it; I've done that conversion in other cars.
I built a Pacer for a guy in a wheel chair with that swivel plus extended rails, and a "crane" behind the seat that would pickup his chair (which would then fold up) and he would swing it behind the driver seat and lay it down.
But remember, this was in a Pacer (the fishbowl on wheels) and they had a lot of room to work with on the inside.

Thank you, I would not want to lead someone into a mod that was unlikely to work. I have not investigated the practicality of this mod yet.

 

[Music Man]

OK yeah I got the email and read through, but came up confused. So am here hoping for clarity.
I think the part I'm confused about is the $1,000 I put in a few years back.
So if I do this additional commitment, because me dropping 1K years ago just doesn't say I want the car bad enough, it brings the list price down $300, and I'm locked in for a $7,000. car. Am I right so far?

Then when that fated day finally arrives when my Elio gets to the end of the production line, because I'm locked in and because I paid $1,000.00 back in whatever year it was, I then only have to cough up $6,000.00 and the car is mine. ($7,000.00 locked in price minus the $1,000.00 = $6,000.00 ending price). Like I said earlier, nothing says commitment like giving up $1,000.00 on a concept that may or may not reach completion. But I'll sign if that's what they want. How many more hoops?!? Geez

But aren't we over looking something here??? Yes, I TOO am "locked in" at the new $7000, BUT all in at $1000, (#3151) we were given an additional bonus of $500 dollars. And then, don't recall the day that the Email came, but they extended an ADDITIONAL $250 dollars to us "old dogs in".

So as all of my stored away notes indicate, that equals a total of $1750 dollars off of this new and "improved" total of $7000.

Unless math has changed that makes my total cost, (less any "add-on's" that I choose) $5250.



(comment designed to create controversy edited)

 

[Coss]

But aren't we over looking something here??? Yes, I TOO am "locked in" at the new $7000, BUT all in at $1000, (#3151) we were given an additional bonus of $500 dollars. And then, don't recall the day that the Email came, but they extended an ADDITIONAL $250 dollars to us "old dogs in".

So as all of my stored away notes indicate, that equals a total of $1750 dollars off of this new and "improved" total of $7000.

Unless math has changed that makes my total cost, (less any "add-on's" that I choose) $5250.

Dated June 10th, 2015; here's the email:

As many of you know, the journey of bringing the Elio to market has been an awesome undertaking in which many milestones have been achieved. The engineering is almost complete, the factory is secured, our supplier and service partners are engaged, and we have multiple opportunities for funding to finish the project.

As I have stated in many interviews, the Elio isn’t just about its fuel efficiency or low price, there is no magic to achieving those goals, it’s about the people. The Elio is about the reservation holders that support the project, the many suppliers that have come together to making this happen, the immediate impact on our environment and most importantly bringing back American manufacturing jobs. We think all of the success in engineering, partnerships and support to this point is because the Elio is much more than just a vehicle; it is a movement.

We want to say thank you for your support as well as your understanding of the magnitude of our project. The thank you, which is effective today, is in an additional reservation bonusfor those of you that have been with us the longest.

•If your All In reservation or upgrade was made before January 1st, 2014 we will give you an additional 35% when you come buy your Elio. So, instead of receiving 50% bonus on top of your All In reservation amount, this elite group of reservation holders will be receiving 85% of your reservation amount as a thank you for believing in the vision and giving us your support from the very beginning.
•If you have an All In reservation or upgrade from January 1st, 2014 through June 30th 2014, we will add 20% to your reservation bonus taking it to a total of 70%.
•The final group that will receive the reservation and upgrade bonus is for those All Inreservation holders from July 1st through December 31st, 2014. If you are in this group, you will receive an additional 15%. This will take your reservation bonus up to a total of 65%.
The reservation bonus is from Elio Motors and it will be reflected in your final invoice for your Elio. The system date for your All In reservation or upgrade will be automatically reflected when you purchase your Elio.

If you have any questions, please email us at the reservation holders only support email -futureowners@eliomotors.com.

Again, thank you for believing in and supporting Elio Motors,

 

[skygazer6033]

Coss --- That email on the longevity bonus was dated 10jun15 accordingly to my records.

 

[Coss]

Coss --- That email on the longevity bonus was dated 10jun15 accordingly to my records.

Thank you, I'll add that to my copy of it.

 

[Bert]

$5,350, plus taxes and destination charges then! Not forgetting, what ever upgrades I choose. Now that cruise is standard as well, all I originally wanted was tinted windows. Kinda like the rear spoiler look though. Plus, I'd really enjoy a clear view of the roof racks that are offered. Luggage is the obvious reason.
I won't forget my "Z" sticker either..

GO ELIO!!!

 

[Music Man]

Dated June 10th, 2015; here's the email:

As many of you know, the journey of bringing the Elio to market has been an awesome undertaking in which many milestones have been achieved. The engineering is almost complete, the factory is secured, our supplier and service partners are engaged, and we have multiple opportunities for funding to finish the project.

As I have stated in many interviews, the Elio isn’t just about its fuel efficiency or low price, there is no magic to achieving those goals, it’s about the people. The Elio is about the reservation holders that support the project, the many suppliers that have come together to making this happen, the immediate impact on our environment and most importantly bringing back American manufacturing jobs. We think all of the success in engineering, partnerships and support to this point is because the Elio is much more than just a vehicle; it is a movement.

We want to say thank you for your support as well as your understanding of the magnitude of our project. The thank you, which is effective today, is in an additional reservation bonusfor those of you that have been with us the longest.

•If your All In reservation or upgrade was made before January 1st, 2014 we will give you an additional 35% when you come buy your Elio. So, instead of receiving 50% bonus on top of your All In reservation amount, this elite group of reservation holders will be receiving 85% of your reservation amount as a thank you for believing in the vision and giving us your support from the very beginning.
•If you have an All In reservation or upgrade from January 1st, 2014 through June 30th 2014, we will add 20% to your reservation bonus taking it to a total of 70%.
•The final group that will receive the reservation and upgrade bonus is for those All Inreservation holders from July 1st through December 31st, 2014. If you are in this group, you will receive an additional 15%. This will take your reservation bonus up to a total of 65%.
The reservation bonus is from Elio Motors and it will be reflected in your final invoice for your Elio. The system date for your All In reservation or upgrade will be automatically reflected when you purchase your Elio.

If you have any questions, please email us at the reservation holders only support email -futureowners@eliomotors.com.

Again, thank you for believing in and supporting Elio Motors,

Hello Coss. Please excuse me, but help me here; I'm a bit confused but your comment. What exactly does this mean?? "(comment designed to create controversy edited)"

I am NOT trying to mislead anyone here. Have been here a long time and am simply quoting from Elio communications with us. Are you saying that Elio Motors is taking away all of our "perks?"

Anyway, thanks Coss. Still haven't located my original Email on this subject. Have tucked this copy away in a safe place if needed in the future.