With thanks to Andrew Stevens, images by Bruce Hannant // Austin Zagame flying the Zagame flag in the Fire Red Emira (#57) Nine Lotus participated in the most recent Adelaide Rally from Nov 8th to 10th. Once again, the Gouger Street Party on the Saturday evening was a feature, and a big hit with spectators. The three days saw competitors … Read More
Lotus Photos: Sandy Bay Tasmania, December 2024
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 final meeting of the year on Sunday December 1, and very kindly reached out with a few photos that you can enjoy below.
Wanted: White Lotus Esprit S1, S2 or S3
Simon is seeking a white Lotus Esprit and will consider anything from an S1 to an S3, and all conditions. If you have such a car you’re looking to sell, mail [email protected] and Seth will put you in touch.
Vale: Colin John Bowers
Thanks to Colin Bowers We are deeply saddened by the loss of John Bowers in September, 2024. John was a member of Club Lotus Australia, and a frequent motorsport competitor with the club. Our thoughts are with his children Karen and Colin, and his family and friends. Colin Bowers prepared a touching vale for his father, which perfectly captures the … Read More
Ashton’s President’s Prattle November 24
Happy November everyone! “How did that happen?” I keep asking myself. Oh well, the US election is done and dusted, and the sun keeps coming up. Time will tell what the changes will look like for Australia (and indeed the rest of the world) but we’ll keep driving plastic cars. Planning is well advanced for our Christmas Lunch and AGM. … Read More
Entry Open for CSCA 2024 Round 5
Our friends in the Triumph Sports Owners Association have opened entry for the fifth and final round of the 2024 CSCA supersprint series. Get your entry in to support a great event, and get some more track time in before Christmas! The sprint will be held on Sunday November 24 at Luddenham Raceway. Entry documentation is available for download from the … Read More
Lotus Photos: Sandy Bay Tasmania, October 2024
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 this month’s meeting on Sunday October 6, and very kindly reached out with a few photos that you can enjoy below.
For Sale: Quicksilver 4.2.1 extractor exhaust manifold
Ian is selling a Quicksilver 4.2.1 extractor exhaust manifold – for 2ZZ S2 Elise/Exige. It is used and there is a small leak at a primaries merge section that needs re-welding. Has been welded previously. This is a lightweight unit of aircraft stainless steel. Equal length primaries 42mm, secondaries 47mm into 63.5mm. It suits n/a and supercharged cars. Adds torque … Read More
For Sale: Lotus Elan S1/2 Soft Top Parts
Club member Dan has some spare Lotus Elan S1/2 soft top parts for sale. Read on for the details. In my search for soft top parts I was lucky, so I ended up with some spares. I have a pair of cant rails (R/H needs some rework), a bow and soft top bar. Asking $250. Located Queens Park for pick … Read More
Ashton’s President’s Prattle for October, 2024
My apologies before I begin for the silence last month – by the time the Great Cape Rally finished on 7 September and I got home and worked out which way was up, it was too late to call it early September still! But there’s a wrap from the rally here if you are into that sort of thing.