Atom 4 - Build and Collection

Post by **Sommi** » Wed Feb 17, 2021 3:58 pm

[mention]SvenTheHammer[/mention]
That's fantastic!
Bring on the Sunshine...and let the lockdown be long gone. I pray.

MingtheMerciless · Post by **MingtheMerciless** » Wed Feb 17, 2021 4:31 pm

My spec:

Satin Black Chassis, Orange Panels, RHD, MPH Speedo, Forged Wheels
350 BHP upgrade - Decat pipe + ECU reflash
Limited Slip Differential
Adjustable Traction Control inc Launch Control
3 Stage Variable Turbo Boost Controller
Baffled Engine Oil Sump
High Performance Sports Core Engine Coolant Radiator
AP Racing 4 Pot Caliper/290mm Discs (inc handbrake) Front and Rear
Black Brake and Clutch Lines with Stainless Steel Fittings
Cockpit Adjustable Remote Brake Bias
Powdercoat Ohlins Springs Orange
Ohlins TTX 3 Way Adj. Inline Remote Reservoir Dampers
Side Panels
Towing Eye Kit Rear Road/Track Day Use (1 x hook)
3" Seat Belts/Harnesses With Alloy Chest Adjusters (both sides)
V Type Crutch Strap for 3" Seat Belts/Harnesses (both sides)
Forged Alloy Wheel Set with Road Legal Track Tyres
Stainless Steel Fixings
Aero Screen
12v. Auxillary feed with Cigarette Lighter Type Socket
12v. Auxillary feed with BMW Motorcycle Style Power Socket
Tracker (Insurance approved)
Passenger + clutch footrest (Passenger footrest only on Left Hand Drive)
Outdoor Showerproof Car Cover
Battery Optimiser/Trickle Charger
Carbon Fibre Mudguard Set
Carbon Fibre Instrument Panel
Rear Fog/Reverse/Number Plate Tail Tidy
IVA Test

Incidentally I have in a fit of enthusiasm bought a couple of registrations I clearly won’t need - ATO4 RUN and ATO4 CRY if anyone wants to make me an offer of at least the cost of £250. I’m keeping ATO4 UFO.

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Post by **robfitz** » Wed Feb 17, 2021 5:30 pm

Nice cars guys. Hoping mine is getting nearer.

Post by **SvenTheHammer** » Wed Feb 17, 2021 10:57 pm

anx10us wrote: ↑Wed Feb 17, 2021 3:20 pm
SvenTheHammer wrote: ↑Wed Feb 17, 2021 2:55 pm Nice one. I’m in New Malden, do just down the A3 from you. There’s about 5 Ariel, Atom/Nomad owners within a 5/10 mile radius of here. When the weather improves, you’ll have to meet us for a blast.
I'm miles away but would happily travel down, i'd love to do an early morning London weekend run when its allowed ...

Post by **SvenTheHammer** » Wed Feb 17, 2021 10:58 pm

Sommi wrote: ↑Wed Feb 17, 2021 3:58 pm @SvenTheHammer
That's fantastic!
Bring on the Sunshine...and let the lockdown be long gone. I pray.

Post by **Sommi** » Sat Feb 20, 2021 3:30 pm

I could not resist anymore and took the Atom out for a short drive today. Then took out the kids and missus one by one.

I am speechless! What an experience. Even in base power (granny) mode, it is mental enough.
Kids and missus wanted to go again and again. Smiles all around. And they couldn't believe how comfy it is!

This is my best car by far.....everrrr!

Post by **Steve Gibson** » Sat Feb 20, 2021 3:49 pm

Sommi wrote: ↑Sat Feb 20, 2021 3:30 pm This is my best car by far.....everrrr!

Welcome to the cult.

Corky · Post by **Corky** » Sat Feb 20, 2021 5:00 pm

Sommi wrote: ↑Sat Feb 20, 2021 3:30 pm I could not resist anymore and took the Atom out for a short drive today. Then took out the kids and missus one by one.

I am speechless! What an experience. Even in base power (granny) mode, it is mental enough.
Kids and missus wanted to go again and again. Smiles all around. And they couldn't believe how comfy it is!

This is my best car by far.....everrrr!

Great stuff. Can’t wait for mine. What shocks did you go for in the end Sommi??

Sent my spec in last week.

Post by **Sommi** » Sat Feb 20, 2021 5:16 pm

Thanks [mention]Steve Gibson[/mention] [mention]Corky[/mention]

I went for the Ohlins!

Post by **Alistairbuchanan** » Sat Feb 20, 2021 5:51 pm

Sommi wrote:I could not resist anymore and took the Atom out for a short drive today. Then took out the kids and missus one by one.

I am speechless! What an experience. Even in base power (granny) mode, it is mental enough.
Kids and missus wanted to go again and again. Smiles all around. And they couldn't believe how comfy it is!

This is my best car by far.....everrrr!

Made me smile.....as i watch the wind and rain batter the windows

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Corky · Post by **Corky** » Sat Feb 20, 2021 7:34 pm

Same here. Seems they are the default choice now. Would love to know how they compare to the bilsteins. I am sure both are good.
Well done. It looks great.

Post by **autobackup** » Sun Feb 21, 2021 8:07 am

The answer to the difference between Bilsteins and Ohlins is 'night & day' - Bilsteins being the night!

Ohlins are hugely better and don't 'clatter' on the road!

ArBrMD · Post by **ArBrMD** » Sun Feb 21, 2021 11:14 am

Is there anyone on here who can make a little comparison between Bilstein - Ohlin - Intrax ? pro and cons?

Badders · Post by **Badders** » Sun Feb 21, 2021 8:36 pm

Great to see these recent deliveries happening. Cracking looking cars, all of them. Congratulations to all!

Can't wait to get out there soon myself. North Essex, if anyone fancies a drive out once the weather has improved.

Post by **anx10us** » Tue Mar 02, 2021 1:47 pm

March the 1st came along which meant that I could finally drive the Atom 4, i've been lusting after an Atom for about 14 years, put my deposit down 2.5 years ago, the car has been with me since Feb 1st waiting for March the 1st for the car to be registered and ready to go.

Its difficult to describe how impressed I am, its beyond quick, this being the 320 version, i'm only at 100 miles so half throttle and less than 4500rpm, good god its quick, I have no idea what it'll be like after a service with a warmer day and warmer tyres ...Ive driven fast cars and this is way beyond anything, I just wish I hadn't waited this long to own one.

Universally everyone loves it, had a stranger lean over as I was sat in traffic to ask about it, stopped for 99 RON at Tesco and the attendant came out to 'help me', all anyone cares about is, "what is it" and "how much did it cost". I've barely driven anywhere and have had waves, photos, discussions and headlight flashes from random vans ...

Accelerating is mind bending and addictive, I love the whooshes and hisses, I cant see myself ever wishing the car was quieter ..

I'm lucky enough to be a little village in Oxfordshire, so A and B roads are plentiful, I thought the drive on an A-Road was good, B-Roads are even better, it can properly corner, feels planted and controllable.

The final thing to note is how little wind noise or wind buffeting you get in the car, the tiny windscreen is miraculous in how much wind it keeps off you.

Yesterday was overcast and about 6 degrees, a coat, gloves and woolly hat were sufficient to keep warm ..

I do have a couple of really stupid questions ..

"There is a rattle, chattering to the back of the car, I assume this is the two piece spring on the 10-way adjustable Bilsteins ?"
"The suspension goes from 1-10, currently set on 7 all round, I assume 10 is hardest and 1 softest ?"

Finally yes I have removed the front plate ....

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