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SWLC Engine Work
South West Lotus Centre working on Esprit Eingines
A customers Lotus Esprit V8 engine all ready to be shipped out to them, looks brilliant all rebuilt
Almost ready to go into a customers Lotus Esprit Turbo, looking good
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1976 Esprit Needed
Royal Mail Stamp Launch
I work with Royal Mail, and in August we are launching a set of stamps that celebrate British Automotive Legends. There will be six cars celebrated in total, each with a separate stamp, and the Espirit from 1976 will be one of them.
The other cars featured will be the Rolls Royce Silver Shadow, the Aston Martin DB5, the Jaguar E-Type, the MG MGB and the Morgan Plus 8, so the Espirit is in good company!
We’re just formulising our plans for the launch of the stamps at the moment, but we’ll almost certainly be keen to organise a photo shoot with the six cars together. It would be fantastic if you’re able to assist us in identifying an owner that might be interested in taking part, if that’s something you’re able and happy to do? We could of course provide payment for their time.
The photo shoot itself wouldn’t likely be until late July, and will more than likely be at one of the classic race tracks – possibly Brands Hatch due to its proximity to London, but that may be subject to change.
Any help much appreciated! I’m on 0203 077 2000 if you’re prefer to chat through over the phone.
Many thanks,Rik Salmon
Senior Account Manager I Eulogy!&Onlinefire - Igniting profitable conversations7 – 10 Bakers Yard, Bakers Row, London, EC1R 3DD
T: 020 3077 2000
F: 020 7427 2499
M: 07834 980 541
W: www.eulogy.co.uk
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Generations T-Shirt Range Launches
TVR, M5, Esprit and 911 are the stars of the new range, with more to follow soon
They say that a picture speaks a thousand words and in this instance we completely agree.
Hethel Heros featuring the Lotus EspritThree new T-shirts are now available for your perusal as part of our new ‘Generations’ range. BMW M5, TVR, Lotus Esprit and the existing 911 at 50 shirts are all available in a range of colours and sizes priced at just £15.99. Hoodies are available too at £39.99 and kids sizes at £11.99
We think these are some of the best shirts we’ve ever offered, and with more designs to follow throughout the year we look forward to launching new additions soon.
To view and order please use this link
Please email us if you purchase one, so we can hear all about it from an Esprit owner prespective.
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Castle Combe Trackday
Saturday 25th May 2013
We've still got some track driving packages left so if you want to join in the fun this year please contact AnneMarie at Club HQ to book your place or for more information. AnneMarie's email is annemarie@clublotus.co.uk and her phone number is 01362 694459 or 691144.Full details of what's happening are in your April issue of Club Lotus News. The day is designed to appeal to both experienced track drivers and first timers. If you've never driven on a track before this is an ideal way to start as we only have groups of 12 cars on the circuit at one time and free instruction is available from the Castle Combe instructors.
You'll have plenty of time and room to drive at a pace you're comfortable with and in safety. We guarantee that you'll come home with a much better understanding and knowledge of your Lotus - plus a big grin!
There's also our usual free lunchtime track parades for anyone driving a Lotus (no helmets required) plus some fabulous historic Lotus cars will also be displayed on the circuit.
We're also organising an informal free autojumble for members so if you've got any spares to sell bring them along and turn them into cash.
Look forward to seeing you there.
Alan
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Lego Esprit
Bond car in Lego
We have very little info on this Lego build Esprit. Looks like a mock-up of the 'Spy Who Loved Me' Esprit S1. Looks pretty good considering it's made from Lego. If you know anymore about it. Email admin@lotusespritworld.com.––––––––––––––
Esprit V8 Hose Kits
Roose Motor Sport release kit
Just to let the Esprit owners know, rouse motor sport in lincoln now do silicon hoses for the Esprit V8. This is every hose, from a rad hose to all in the heater matrix......They have used Tim Hollands Esprit's set as a template. They can be contacted on 01522787187or through their website at www.roosemotorsport.co.uk. The kit is £435......that is for every rubber hose on the car!! You may have to buy extra for the overflow from the header tanks which Tim did, there's also a choice of colours! Mention LEW if you call––––––––––––––
Donington Show
20th-12st April 2013
Brian Angus will be giving technical talks on Saturday and Sunday on the 900 series engines and the Espriit. He'll also be on the Club Lotus stand on both days to answer any questions as will Brian Buckland who'll also be hosting tech talks on the Elan and twin cam engine. This is in addition to the wide range of technical advice available on the stands from the likes of Steve Fulcher, Option I Sportscars, Spyder Engineering, Hangar 111, Chris Neil, PNM, Nitron, and CTM Engineering to mention a few.Donington Park have just confirmed that all Club Lotus Show visitors will receive a £5.00 discount on tickets for the BTCC event which is on track the same weekend. All you need to do is show your Show admission ticket at the ticket desk. A free shuttle bus will be running all day between the exhibition centre and race paddock entrance.
There's also discounted entry to the fantastic Donington Grand Prix and Wheatcroft collections. You can save £2 off a £10 single adult ticket and if there's two of you can take advantage of their 2-4-1 offer and save 50%. Again just present your show ticket at the pay desk.
Don't worry about traffic problems, we've run alongside big race meetings in previous years without problems. Donington have a tried and tested traffic management plan that can handle many more vehicles than will come to the BTCC. The plan is designed to keep things moving and get traffic off the approach roads and parked smoothly and quickly.
All Club Lotus Show visitors will come in via the (usual) main entrance and race spectators will be directed to the Melbourne Loop entrance and parked in fields adjacent to the paddock - well away from the exhibition centre. We will in fact have more parking than in previous years as one of the car auction companies has moved out from the site thus freeing-up another big tarmac area. There's also plenty of good, solid and flat grass parking.
We also still have some room for some more members¹ display cars. All you need to do is let us know what you¹ll be bringing, buy your entrance tickets and your pride and joy can be on show for free to the thousands of visitors. If you want to sell your Lotus it¹s only £26 to display in our ŒCars for Sale¹ area and this includes a free admission ticket.
There's still time to order advance tickets and you can either:
1. Call us at Club HQ on 01362 694459 or 691144.
2. Book via our website www.clublotus.co.uk – click on 'Club Shop' and then the 'Club Lotus Show tickets' tab.
3. Email annemarie@clublotus.co.uk with your credit card details.
4. Return the booking form that was in the January issue of Club lotus News.The last day we can post advance tickets is Wednesday 17th.Look forward to seeing your there don¹t forget to come over to our stand and say hello.
Best wishes,
Alan, Annemarie, Jane and Samantha––––––––––––––
Thatcher and Lotus
Old pics of Maggie and Colin at Lotus
Mrs Thatchers death has put her name everywhere this week. Including on here. RIP
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Esprit DVDs
Still available at www.esprit4sale.co.uk
Our seletion of Esprit related DVDs are still available at our sister site www.esprit4sale.co.uk. We've had enquires about availability and we currently have stock of our three most popular titles. Celebration of a Supercar, Addition for Life and ClubLotus (50 Years in the Fast Lane). Order via paypal. Email for more details on ordering.
Club Lotus
From £19.99
More InfoAddiction for life
From £20.99
More InfoCelebration of a Supercar
From £16.99
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Sellers beware
Internet scams
Just thought you might be interested in the scam I came across (again!) when trying to sell my Lotus. Exactly the same thing first happened when I was selling an Austin 7.This guy who was buying it (the latest car) was very enthusiastic by e-mail but couldn't talk over the phone, as I requested, as he was 'at sea' as a marine biologist but he could use his lap top which presumably uses the same signal as a mobile phone. His English was OK unlike the Austin 7 buyer, so originally I wasn't too suspicious. He gave me the asking price provided the car was 'as described' as he was very keen to have this type of car. He also offered to pay my PayPal charges provided I would pay the 'shipper' from funds he would provide. This is where the suspicion started (again) . He wants to ship the car (destination unspecified and doesn't answer questions about the intended location) but he will pay the shipping costs via PayPal added on to the PayPal payment for the car he is going to send me but needs me to send the money (£1250) on to the 'shipping agent' via Western Union. Why can't he send it? This is the clue! Western Union is notorious for its lack of security, unlike Paypal. What surprised me was how sophisticated the scam PayPal paperwork was, which came as a separate e-mail, was superbly done and would fool the unsuspecting. There was a bit about 'My money being Pending and Invisible until we received the Western Union Transfer Receipt/Details For Shipping Fee'. So I was supposed to transfer the 'shipping fee' from my bank via Western Union to his 'agent' and lose £1250 as the statement from PayPal is a complete fake. On receiving this e-mail I went into my Paypal account via the 'normal' secure route and you've guessed it, the balance was £0.0.
Just thought it worth publicising as theses days the scams are getting more and more sophisticated rather than the days of a worthless cheque.
I have since had another similar Scammer but the easiest way to check them out is to ask them to phone you to discuss the 'details', where they are and when they are coming to see the car. No answer to any of these questions.Norman Harris
1988 Lotus Esprit (for sale)––––––––––––––
Bonds Greatest Moments
Sky TV
Added the two clips of the Esprit from Sky's rundown of the 22 Greatest 007 Moments to the video section on the club website.
Members Only
Esprit Video Clips
See the Esprit on the move!––––––––––––––
Donington Show
20th-12st April 2013
The 2013 Club Lotus Show at Donington Park on April 20/21 is now just over 4 weeks away and there's still time to book your advance tickets and save 10% on the door price as well as beating the queue.We've put a lot of effort into organising what we're sure will be a great show. In addition to numerous trade and autojumble stands - many with new products and offers - there will be a fantastic array of rare Lotus cars on display plus other attractions.
Classic Team Lotus will have a special display featuring at least four original Jim Clark cars - including the Lotus 25 he drove in 1963 - to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Jimmy¹s and Lotus' first Formula One World Championship.
Our technical sessions will be headed by Brian Angus who will be covering the Esprit and complete 900 series engine range and we¹ll have Brian Buckland on Elans. Steve Fulcher will be there to give advice on trim and Frank Sadowski from Option 1 will help you with any bodywork or paint problems along with many other experts in the respective fields. If you need any friendly help, advice or encouragement this is the place to find it - straight from the experts.
We also still have some room for more members¹ display cars. All you need to do is let us know what you¹ll be bringing, buy your entrance tickets and your pride and joy can be on show to the thousands of visitors.
Ordering your tickets is easy and you can either:
1. Call us at Club HQ on 01362 694459 or 691144.
2. Book via our website www.clublotus.co.uk - click on 'Club Shop' and
then the 'Club Lotus Show tickets' tab.
3. Email annemarie@clublotus.co.uk with your credit card details.
4. Return the booking form that was in the January issue of Club lotus News.Look forward to seeing your there don¹t forget to come over to our stand and say hello.
Best regards,
Anne Marie
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Esprit blog
Esprit owners blog
Mark has started prattling about esprits.conversationswithmyesprit.wordpress.com
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Off Road Esprit
From Germany website
In German, so we've not read it, but the pictures are cool!. LINK
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ClubLotus Mag Cover Shot
Giugiaro Esprit Stars
This month's ClubLotus Magazine as a great shot of the Esprit on the front cover. Supplied by Elaine Avison-Spiers.––––––––––––––
ClubLotus Show & Festival
Donington Park 20-21st April 2013
The ClubLotus show is back this year. Normally in March, it's now moved to April .Call 01362 691144 or email events@clublotus.co.uk for more details, book tickets (£9 each) or to Exhibit or Sell your Esprit there..––––––––––––––
ClubLotus Track Day
Castle Combe 25th May 2013
The ClubLotusTrack Day at Castle Combe will be on 25th May this year. Sign up now if you want a spot for your Esprit on the track. Call 01362 691144 or email jane@clublotus.co.uk for more details on booking your place (£96 for two sessions).––––––––––––––
LOTUS ORIGINALS SALE AT THE HETHEL STORE
Exclusive to our Hethel store in Norfolk we are pleased to announce a sale of up to 50% discount* across the Lotus Originals collection. Come and view our diverse and stylish range at the Lotus Cars factory and get your British style for less.Opening Hours
Monday to Thursday 9am to 5pm
Friday 9am to MiddayAlso open exclusively on Saturday 26th January and Saturday 2nd February - 10am to 6pm
Find us at Lotus Cars, Potash Lane, Hethel, NR14 8EZ, UK.
*While stocks last. The offer is available at the Hethel store only from now until 2nd February 2013 and excludes our store in Regent Street London and our online webstore www.lotusoriginals.com
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Young spies needed for Secret Operations at Beaulieu
www.classicandsportscar.com 21 Jan 2013
The National Motor Museum – home of the Bond in Motion exhibition – will open its doors to a future generation of 007s from 16-24 February for a special Bond-themed half term.
Activities on offer will include Bond-style eight-lane Scalextric racing, with the chance to win a mystery prize, a treasure hunt and a code-breaking challenge, with a Bond-inspired goody bag up for grabs.
The Secret Army exhibition documents the location’s past as a WW2 training ground for Britain’s spy network and as a base for the Special Operations Executive, which coordinated the resistance in Nazi-occupied Europe.
Items on show include real-life spy gadgets, information on the special agents’ training and a film explaining how the ‘finishing school’ operated in complete secrecy throughout the war.
As usual, Beaulieu has 50 vehicles on show from 007’s various exploits including the Aston Martin DB5 and Rolls-Royce Phantom III from Goldfinger and the amphibious Lotus Esprit S1 from The Spy who loved Me.
To find out more visit the museum’s website.
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Snow Esprits
Get a pic Now!
With the snow hitting the UK today, a few Esprits are likely to get a coating. We'd love for you to send us pictures of your Esprit in the snow for our page. Send your snaps to admin@lotusespritworld.com
Snow Esprits
They really shouldn't be out in the cold!––––––––––––––
Calendars
All Shipped
All calendar order have now shipped!––––––––––––––
2013 is here
Get your calendars
Limited stock of both Wall and Desktop calenders left. Order now!––––––––––––––
2013 is approaching
Get your calendars
Limited stock of both Wall and Desktop calenders left. Order now!––––––––––––––
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Esprit in McLaren Documentary
brief appearence in carpark
A red Lotus Esprit makes a cameo appearence in the 2011 Documentary about McLaren making of the MP4-12C. The Esprit appears for a moment and is mention at about 40mins into the hour long programme. Nice to see the Esprit in a carpark for people who work on the newest supercars.––––––––––––––
Lotus Parts Sale
Order From your Official Lotus Dealer now
Occasionally Lotus have a clearout of parts for historic cars which we've seen a few times before. 2012 will end with another Parts Sale being offered by Lotus ASO and the list is now available. In order to buy any of the parts, please download the parts list below and contact your local dealer for pricing and availability."Please find enclosed the latest Lotus Aftersales parts sale list which has recently been released to the Lotus Dealer network. Please note the new list replaces any previously released sales list and any customer inquiries/orders need to be placed directly through the Lotus dealer network. Your local or preferred Lotus dealer will be pleased to quote prices and availability."
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Esprit features in Mag
Classic & Sports Car, January 2013
The Esprit V8 hits the front cover this month of Classic & Sports Cars. Taking on a 911 Turbo and Ferrari 355. A 7 page article comparing Bargain Supercars (starting at £30k!). Wouldn't consider a 933 Turbo a Bargain, those are expensive if you can find one! But worth a read, pick it up in shops now.
In the same magazine C&SC have a calendar give-away and one Esprit makes it in (unlike our calendar with 13 Esprits in). A beautiful Giuargio Esprit from a roadtest with 8 other cars, including Ferrari, porsche and BMW. Not a bad pic of the Esprit with it almost taking centre stage.
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Esprit Calendar for Xmas?
Order now
with Xmas around the corner along with 2013, it's the perfect time to order your Lotus Esprit World Official Calendar 2013. Click on the link here to order. Any issues, just drop us an email.Order dates to receive before Xmas
UK – 18 December
Western Europe – 11th December
US, Canada – 7th December
Worldwide – 5th December––––––––––––––
1993 Esprit S4 for Sale
Take a look at this Esprit.
So much to show-off on this Esprit, that we've made an owners page for it. Check it out here. It's currently up for sale at www.esprit4sale.co.uk now.––––––––––––––
Esprit Calendar shipping
Shipped weekly
2013 calendars will be shipped every saturday, so if you order one during the week, we send them all our on a Saturday morning, so UK customers can expect them to turn up Monday morning if Royal Mail is keeping up with the post ;-)––––––––––––––
Esprit Engineering deals
Get something for your Esprit for Xmas
We currently have in stock :K&N filters for all 4 cylinder Esprit cars £43.00 inc VAT
Esprit V8 air filters £84.00 Inc vat for a pair
Front springs - all years from 1987 £120.00 Inc vat for a pair
Rear springs - all years from 1987 £120.00 Inc vat for a pair
Shock absorbers front and rear (Limited availability) £108.00 inc vat each
The front springs are the correct taper type and the latest spring rates. They will also give you the correct ride height.All plus postage and packing
Please call 01725 514449 to confirm the year of your car and to order.
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Calendar 'Stars'
Claim your free calendar
This years starts of the 2013 Esprit Calendar are listed below. If your Esprit made it into the calendar, please email to claim your free wall calendar. Only postage needs to be paid. Once we have received that we will ship your free wall calendar.Carsten Rolf
Allan Lee
Ali Nicholls
Alan Croft
Solomon Jurkojc
Sandreas Logiewe
Mike Lee
Pete Hizzey––––––––––––––
Esprit Engineering deals
Get something for your Esprit for Xmas
We currently have in stock :K&N filters for all 4 cylinder Esprit cars £43.00 inc VAT
Esprit V8 air filters £84.00 Inc vat for a pair
Front springs - all years from 1987 £120.00 Inc vat for a pair
Rear springs - all years from 1987 £120.00 Inc vat for a pair
Shock absorbers front and rear (Limited availability) £108.00 inc vat eachThe front springs are the correct taper type and the latest spring rates. They will also give you the correct ride height.
All plus postage and packing
Please call 01725 514449 to confirm the year of your car and to order.
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Manifold Price Reduction
Price drop for Stainless manifold
We've just been told there's been a price drop on the stainless steel manifold for the Esprit covered in our guide. Check out the price drop at the bottom of the page..
Stainless Steel Manifold
Esprit owners experience––––––––––––––
2013 Calendar 'Now Available'
Order yours now
Our 2013 Calendar is now available for ordering at www.esprit4sale.co.uk. We will dispatch orders every saturday, so you should expected your calendar on a Monday or Tuesday (UK) when you order. Any problems ordering please email admin@esprit4sale.co.uk and we can help you sort anything out. Remember our paypal is orders@lotusespritworldl.com and add the correct postage to your orders. We look forward to keeping an Esprit in your life everyday next year.A list of owners who's Esprit made it into this years calendar will be up shortly. They can claim one free Wall Calender (postage to be paid) via email once the list is up.
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50 Years of Bond Cars: A Top Gear Special
Tonight 9pm BBC2
Richard Hammond celebrates 50 years of Bond films with a look at 007's legendary cars. He talks to Daniel Craig and attempts to make a submarine car.––––––––––––––
2013 Calendars
Released Soon
Our 2013 Calendars are closed to being finished and delivered and will hopefully go on sale within the next week or so.––––––––––––––
Cars Wanted For Ultimate Driving Challenge
Get your Esprit tested
We are looking for interesting, unique and jaw dropping cars to film and feature in a new automotive programme. If you think your car has the best modifications or you have tuned the engine to the limit we want to hear from you.
Our team will professionally review your pride and joy and then let you face off against another car in three high powered driving tests, putting the cars acceleration and handling under the spotlight before letting you race head to head at the world famous Santa Pod Raceway.
Whether you drive a high performance supercar, a majorly modded hot hatch or a lump of junk that leaves everyone else standing at the lights- we want to hear about your car!
If you think your car has what it takes to make it to the top of our nationwide leader board then get in touch with us and tell us who you are and a picture of what you drive.
Send your details to; Amy.Bateson@Bullseyetv.co.uk––––––––––––––
Mountain Esprit
GT3 time
A sunny day in May. Swiss Alps. Lotus Esprit GT3. What more do you need....––––––––––––––
South West Lotus Centre Open Day
September 29th 2012
SWLC are holding their annual Open Day this year on Saturday 29th September between 10am to 4pm. They will be having a large display of cars including kit cars and performance cars. Lotus and Noble parts and clothing will be on special offer. Demo's of their equipment. Free BBQ again but this time run by Hogs Bottom and they will have for sale a large selection of fruit vinegars, unusually flavoured oils, typically English marmalades, jams, chutneys, pickles and savoury jellies, not forgetting their fantastic Dartmoor Dressing.They will have display cars from Lotus and Noble, Trade stands. They are also carrying out work on the day and are happy to answer any questions you may have regarding your car – tour their workshop and parts stores and much, much more. Come along for a lovely day out and enjoy all the cars they have for display. If you would like them to arrange places to stay for the weekend, please feel free to contact them.
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All the Bonds
Sky trailer featuring Esprit––––––––––––––
Message for Marilyn Hitt
Email issues
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Vote for the best Bond car of all time
Which is the best Bond car? We want you to help us decide (www.autoexpress.co.uk)
This autumn, James Bond is back in Skyfall, the 23rd movie in the 007 franchise. To celebrate its cinema release on 26 October, we've come up with a shortlist of 20 famous Bond cars, and we want you to vote for your favourite. Vote Here for the Esprit, choice of white S1 or turbo. We've gone for the S1, it's why we're all here really.––––––––––––––
Ex-Boss Dany Bahar's Esprit V8 (MY02) for sale
Lotus put white V8 up for sale through Dealer chain
TThis V8 went on sale yesterday (Weds 22/8/12) afternoon. No price stated and you need to contact your local dealer for more information. Interesting car, how much is it worth, hard to say.Vehicle Data
Engine : 3.5l V8 Twin Turbo Colour : Pearl White (Version 1)
Horse Power: 350 bhp Interior: Black Leather/ SuedeTex trim
Transmission: Manual Mileage: 36,106 miles
Fuel: Petrol Registration Date: April 2002Overview
• Comprehensive nut and bolt rebuild completed in 2010, approx 1,000 miles covered since completion
• As new condition and probably the best example of itís kind in the world
• Rebuilt engine and gearbox
• New ancillaries
• Repainted in Pearl White (Version 1)
• Brand new bespoke interior trim finished in Black perforated leather and dark Grey SuedeTex, Lotus roundelís to head restraints, light Grey contrast stitching
• Grey SuedeTex roof lining
• Piano Black door card finishers and centre consol panel inner around the gear lever
• £2,500 Alpine audio system with Rainbow speakers / Bluetooth / satellite navigation system with pop up screen
• iPod / USB lead located in the glove box
• Momo three spoke leather steering wheel
• Front AP Racing 4-pot calipers with Two-piece AP Racing cross drilled and ventilated discís
• Rear Brembo sliding calipers with Two-piece AP Racing cross drilled and ventilated discís
• Esprit Sport 350 ECM mapping allowing maximum torque from 2nd to 5th gears
• ìWail tailî rear wing
• Sports exhaust with twin central tail pipes
•Targa style roof panel
• ìEspritî kick plates
• OZ Racing multi spoke alloy wheels finished in Anthracite
• Dunlop SP Sport Maxx tyres ñ Front 235/40 17î, Rear 285/35 18î
• Front tyre tread depth 7 mm
• Rear tyre tread depth 6.5 mm • Full service history––––––––––––––
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LOTUS TO BUILD ALPINE AND INFINITI CONCEPTS?
Why production of the Alpine A110-50 and Infiniti Emerg-E could throw Hethel a lifeline
The Renault Alpine A110-50 mid-engined sports car concept may be set to reach production thanks to a brilliantly common sense joint venture between the French brand, its alliance partner Infiniti and in-need-of-a-break Lotus.Read more at www.pistonheads.com
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LEW Calendar 2013
Time to start taking those pics
With most Esprit getting out and about during the summer months (when it's not raining), it's now the perfect time to get some cool pictures of your Esprit in cool places and send them into us at admin@lotusespritworld.com. The best are likely to make it into the 2013 Esprit Calendar. So get your digital camera set on the highest settings, park your Esprits with a great backdrop and get snapping.––––––––––––––
Lotus won't be attending Paris show
Goings on at Lotus
“Group Lotus has some of the most technically gifted and talented staff anywhere in the automotive industry and the company is determined that they will be given the opportunity to flourish.”“Our parent company DRB-HICOM have invested new funds and it is my job to make sure that investment is used in a way that can drive the company forward. We are working on a number of new developments which require funding and that must be my priority. This company will only have a bright future if the innovation culture is encouraged,” he added. As part of this review, Group Lotus has decided that Lotus will not attend this year’s Paris Motor Show.”.
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LOTUS APPOINTS CHIEF OPERATING OFFICER
Confirms dismissal of Dany Bahar
Group Lotus plc (“Lotus” or the “Company”) can today confirm that, Mr Dany Bahar has been terminated from his employment as Chief Executive Officer of Lotus with immediate effect.The decision was made by the Board of Group Lotus plc following the results of an investigation into a complaint made against him by the company’s penultimate holding company, DRB-HICOM Berhad.
The Company today also announced the appointment of Mr Aslam Farikullah as the Company’s Chief Operating Officer with immediate effect. Mr Aslam, aged 51, has over 26 years working experience, most of which was in the automotive industry. He graduated from University of Bath, England with a Bachelor of Science (Hons) in Engineering. A British permanent resident, Mr Aslam and his English wife of 27 years have three children aged 26, 22 and 16.
Dato’ Sri Haji Mohd Khamil Jamil, Group Managing Director of DRB-HICOM Berhad and also Chairman of Lotus said: “I would like to assure you that we remain committed to ensure the ongoing and future business operations of the Lotus Group as we take the Lotus Group to the next level to remain relevant in the global automotive industry. I look forward to bringing mutual benefits to not only DRB-HICOM and PROTON Holdings Berhad but also the Lotus Group and its employees as well as contribute to the growth of the British automotive industry.”
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LOTUS ORIGINALS
Regent Street Store Opens its Doors
The boards that have recently been covering number 52 Regent Street in the heart of London’s Piccadilly have been removed to unveil a new flagship store and Lotus takes pride of place to showcase its iconic brand in a new and accessible way.LOTUS ORIGINALS arrives in the capital at a massively exciting time for the UK and everything British. As the nation is in full-patriotic-swing during the year of both the Olympics and the Queen’s Diamond Jubilee, it is the perfect time for Lotus to demonstrate how it’s legendary British brand, one steeped in heritage and international reverence, deserves its place in the buzzing 2012 summer calendar.
Situated in London’s Piccadilly, the Grade II listed 4,800 sq ft space, which was previously the ‘Café Royal’, will be host to a diverse collection of luxury apparel, luggage, gifts, toys, and limited edition collectables - this is a store for the fashion conscious and style orientated, not purely a shrine for Lotus fans. Nevertheless, those with a passion for F1 will be able to lose themselves in the emporium, whilst those that are more concerned with quality fashion will be delighted with the beautiful lines that are perhaps more affordable than the dream sportscar!The development of the LOTUS ORIGINALS retail concept has been rapid. Since its launch in September 2010 the offering has gone from online sales only via www.lotusoriginals.com to small shops in Monaco and China carrying small lines of key pieces to now a flagship store in the heart of London!
The London store is the next step in a fully integrated, international approach for non-car Lotus products. The concept of the store embodies style and heritage in a ‘Best of British’ way that provides enthusiasts and fashionistas with a new Lotus experience..
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LOTUS ESPRIT travels the desert
Hi folks, this is my pride and joy when I drove 3200klm in 4 days across the Nullarbor in October 2011, it’s the 10min flick my sister made up, will add a commentary later to explain the photos a bit better.
Travelling across the Nullarbor with Lotus Esprit. Historically, the Nullarbor, considered by Europeans to be almost uninhabitable, was used by the semi-nomadic Spinifex Wangai Aboriginal people. It was used for thousands of years before that by prehistoric Aborigines.
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5th Gear - James Bond Cars Special
5th Gear - James Bond Cars Special
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Brands Hatch Lotus Festival
18th-19th August
The Brands Hatch Lotus Festival celebrates Britain's most charismatic sportscar marque and its illustrious heritage spanning over 60 years. From coveted cars to Formula 1 glories, Norfolk's famous brand will be on display over one glorious weekend.On track, demonstrations of Colin Chapman's famous racers and road cars will be complemented by superb action from the Elise Trophy and Lotus Cup UK Championship, plus a race commemorating 50 years of the Lotus Elan and a packed support bill.
Meanwhile trade stands and club displays presenting the very best from the iconic brand makes this a weekend to remember on a track that has provided many of the marque's most glittering moments.
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