President’s Prattle: July 2015

President's Prattle

Good afternoon everyone! It’s been a rather lacklustre month for the cars so far – here in Sydney anyway, where it has been cold, wet and miserable…much more reminicent of the UK in summer in fact. Apart from getting the Elan out for a run out to Sydney Retro Speedfest (which was absolutely brilliant, and if you missed it, don’t miss it … Read More

Looking for Info: 1990 Lotus Elan M100

We have been contacted by a fellow Lotus enthusiast from across the pond looking for information on a 1990 Lotus Elan M100 that he has just purchased. So – we’re turning to the smartest people we know! As mentioned, the car is a 1990 Lotus Elam M100 with chassis number scc100zt1lhd16154 and current registration SBW 649J. It shipped from the factory in … Read More

The Preserve May 2015 Available for Download

The Preserve at Club Lotus

‘The Preserve’ is the newsletter of the Council of Motor Clubs. It’s made available to members of CMC-affiliated clubs, and that means you! The May 2015 edition of the newsletter has been sent out to members and is now available for download. This month’s newsletter features Shannons Sydney Classic news, a tribute to Ken Quarmby, a stunning 100-year-old Rolls-Royce Silver Ghost, … Read More

June 2015 Edition of Lotus Notes Available for Download

Lotus Notes June

With June just a few days away it’s time to dive into the ‘Members‘ page and grab your copy of the June edition of Lotus Notes! This month’s features include: Europe in a Lotus Evora LCQ April Autumn Magic SSC Lotus Only Day Beyond Blue Regularity Run at Lakeside Raceway From Disaster to Adventure And a whole lot more! Head … Read More

President’s Prattle: June 2015

President's Prattle

Hello! We’re back from the Old Dart, to a general sense of chaos in the Roskill household. The cat died while we were gone, so several weeks of mourning are underway – please make sure to wear the black armband if you come visiting. We also lost a duck from the flock, possibly to a neighbour’s dog – which begs … Read More

Certificates of Provenance for your Lotus

Lotus Certificate of Provenance

Andy Graham, archivist at Lotus Cars in Hethel, is offering a new service providing Certificates of Provenance for Lotus cars. Those who take up the service will be provided with a Certificate of Provenance and covering letter that details how your car left Lotus. The certificte will, where available, include the car’s full VIN, model and variant, the original engine and gearbox … Read More

The Preserve April 2015 Available for Download!

The Preserve April 2015

‘The Preserve’ is the newsletter of the Council of Motor Clubs. It’s made available to members of CMC-affiliated clubs, and that means you! The April 2015 edition of the newsletter has recently been released, featuring the usual President’s Report, a look forward to the Shannons Sydney Classic, photos from the Oasis Runs, a look back at the 1972 CVV & … Read More

May 2015 Edition of Lotus Notes Available for Download

Lotus Notes May 2015

May the Lotus Notes be with you! The May edition of our monthly missive has been deftly assembled and is now ready to be delivered to you over on the ‘Members‘ page. This month’s features include: Move Away from the PayPal button… Lotus Club Queensland April Club Meeting at Euromarque Tasmania Lotus Talk: Longford Revival MSCA Round Three – Haunted … Read More

Presidents Prattle: May 2015

President's Prattle

Bonjour tout le monde! I’m writing this from our hotel in Grasse, having spent today driving the Monaco Grand Prix circuit followed by some VERY wiggly roads out at the back of Monaco and Nice, en route to Paul de Vence for a spot of culture vulturing. So apologies that I am not fully up to speed with goings on in Australia, … Read More

April 2015 Edition of Lotus Notes Available for Download

Lotus Notes April

Prepare for the weekend by enjoying a few minutes with the April edition of Lotus Notes, thanks to our hardworking newsletter crew. This month’s features include: Special Guest at LOTUS 2015 Announced! Auto Avenue Display at the Australian Grand Prix DTC Brings the Usual Suspects and a Few Laughs Lotus at the Phillip Island Classic A Lotus Love Affair And a … Read More