A Message To The Elio Team

[H2odog]

May not be.
I found it on this link.
www.google.com/search? Elgin dash Elio

I was told by Jerome Vassallo yesterday in OKC that "The Elgin is our dash." but he seemed to indicate that the tach and speedo would be digital, so I don't know.

 

[Rickb]

This is NOT the Elgin dash!!!!! this is the P4 feom the Geo!

I know......but I prefer this dash and interior looks. The Elgin dash looks like the dash of a ford pickup truck I had years ago.

 

[H2odog]

I also just sent a message to the Elio team about the Elgin dash. I would have sworn that Jerome told me yesterday that the RPM and speed indicators were an inch or more height. Reviewing the photos they look to be perhaps a third of an inch. While I do not like the dash from an aesthetic point of view, and due to macular degeneration my near vision lacks contrast, so for me this is a safety issue. If I do not hear back from them within the week, and if they choose to ignore my situation and not provide a revised Elgin or optional cluster that is acceptable this will be my farewell post. I simply cannot continue to promote something that for me refuses to acknowledge and correct safety issues. If I hear back from them, you will hear back from me, otherwise, it has been a trip, I've enjoyed the ride. Here is the Message I posted:
My concern is the Elgin dash. Like a lot of other seniors, my vision is not what it once was, and lacks near contrast and definition. I spent probably 2 hours speaking with and listening to Jerome Vassallo yesterday in OKC, and he implied that the Elgin was digital and I took him for his word. Then when I got home I reviewed the Photo's of that cluster, to my dismay I find that the tachometer and speedometer are analog dispays. Either Jerome was given bad information , or is just on a PR kick but the lack of electronic display for speed and RPM is a deal breaker for me. I am one of the largest contributors on the Eio Owners forum and when polled nearly 2/3 of the respondents did not like this cluster. IF the tach and speedo were changed to LED's at least one inch high I'd be very pleased. As it is, and if left as it is (and no other option is available) I will have to pass on my purchase of a vehicle I believe in, like and was ready to buy. I simply cannot drive it safely in this configuration. Please advise.

 

[H2odog]

Message I posted:
My concern is the Elgin dash. Like a lot of other seniors, my vision is not what it once was, and lacks near contrast and definition. I spent probably 2 hours speaking with and listening to Jerome Vassallo yesterday in OKC, and he implied that the Elgin was digital and I took him for his word. Then when I got home I reviewed the Photo's of that cluster, to my dismay I find that the tachometer and speedometer are analog dispays. Either Jerome was given bad information , or is just on a PR kick but the lack of electronic display for speed and RPM is a deal breaker for me. I am one of the largest contributors on the Eio Owners forum and when polled nearly 2/3 of the respondents did not like this cluster. IF the tach and speedo were changed to LED's at least one inch high I'd be very pleased. As it is, and if left as it is (and no other option is available) I will have to pass on my purchase of a vehicle I believe in, like and was ready to buy. I simply cannot drive it safely in this configuration. Please advise.

I redeived this reply just moments ago:
Elio Motors Customer Service (Elio Motors)

Apr 25 16:56

Hey Gary!
Thanks so much for your email and for your support. We really appreciate it!
The Elgin dash is not set and stone- it is simply an option we are looking at. Our great reservationists have been very vocal about it, and we're taking note! Please keep in mind that it is by no means a sure thing to be a part of the final product.
Thanks again and please let us know if we can help with anything!

Best,
The Elio Team

 

[H2odog]

I know......but I prefer this dash and interior looks. The Elgin dash looks like the dash of a ford pickup truck I had years ago.

I agree, I very much dislike the appearance of the Elgin dash! Please see post #86 for the repy I just got back from Team Elio!

 

[Craig]

This is a deal killer for me. My eyes lack contrast acuity, if the tach and speedo were changed to LED's I coud live with it. As it is, they can just keep my money, goodbye and good riddance!

Did I read on here somewhere the numbers are an inch high?

 

[Craig]

I was told by Jerome Vassallo yesterday in OKC that "The Elgin is our dash." but he seemed to indicate that the tach and speedo would be digital, so I don't know.

Maybe the center is digital.

 

[H2odog]

Did I read on here somewhere the numbers are an inch high?

Perhaps only that I was told that. Having seen the space that this must fit into, those pictured cannot possibly be that high.

 

[H2odog]

Maybe the center is digital.

WoW, not to be critical but idiot lights are idiot lights, it does however appear that the gas gauge might be digital.

 

[Rickb]

I redeived this reply just moments ago:
Elio Motors Customer Service (Elio Motors)

Apr 25 16:56

Hey Gary!
Thanks so much for your email and for your support. We really appreciate it!
The Elgin dash is not set and stone- it is simply an option we are looking at. Our great reservationists have been very vocal about it, and we're taking note! Please keep in mind that it is by no means a sure thing to be a part of the final product.
Thanks again and please let us know if we can help with anything!

Best,
The Elio Team

Good they are listening. I asked Elio directly what he thought about the Elgin Dash and this was his non-verbal response: