Ashton’s President’s Prattle for July 2025

Ashton's Lotus Elite

Images thanks to Dario Valenza Welcome to the middle of 2025! And apologies for the delay in getting this to you — sadly, my work has an alarming propensity to create chaos at the financial year end, and this year was no exception; hence the delay in this note.

Supporting the Prostate Cancer Foundation In Memory of Mal Kelson

Earlier in the year we lost our friend Mal Kelson, who was well known in Club Lotus Australia and the Lotus community in general. A Prostate Cancer Foundation fundraiser has been set up in his memory, and you can find and donate to it here. Your generous support is greatly appreciated! The fundraiser page was set up by Daryl Wilson … Read More

Wanted: 1988 or Later Esprit Turbo

Roger is seeking a 1988 and on Lotus Esprit Turbo for a restoration project. Any condition will be considered, so long as it is sold with all of the parts. A 4-cylinder is preferred, but open to all options. Email Seth at [email protected] and he’ll put you in touch with Roger.

Ashton’s President’s Prattle for June 2025

Tyre Kick & Coffee May 2025

Hello, and welcome to our winter catch-up as we head into the mid-point of the year. As this year continues to roll forwards inexorably it has been an interesting exercise in observation at several levels.

For Sale: 1999 S1 Elise ‘Elsie’

1999 S1 Elise 'Elsie'

Alaskan adventurer. Hill climb champion. Customised By Lotus Sport & Performance in Hethel plaque holder #009. More fun than a vintage Bugatti – or anything? – on a twisty road. Up for sale – maybe – is one of the most well known S1 Elises on the planet: Elsie.

Lotus Photos: Sandy Bay Tasmania, May 2025

Sandy Bay Tasmania Cars 'n Coffee

Thanks to Robert Verhey Our friends in Tasmania get together most months at Sandy Bay to kick tyres and chat about life, Lotus and everything. Robert Verhey made it to the May catch-up, and very kindly reached out with a few photos that you can enjoy below.