Is the Encor Series 1 the new Esprit we’ve been waiting for?
Encor has revealed more details of its Esprit V8 restomod – is it the new Esprit we’ve been waiting for? Continue reading Is the Encor Series 1 the new Esprit we’ve been waiting for?
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The Lotus highlights from the NEC
If your focus was Lotus they were more or less all in one place Continue reading The Lotus highlights from the NEC
Lotus Elan Plus 2S
I have loved every minute of my 3 year ownership of my 1970 Elan +2S. These are fantastic cars and I would love to keep it, but I simply don’t do enough miles to justify keeping it and we are planning a house and garage downsize! This example was restored by well know Elannet contributor Jon, and I can forward more details of the restoration on … Continue reading Lotus Elan Plus 2S
Lotus Europa
1971, right-hand-drive. Ex-UK, full restoration. Dark red, Renault engine completely overhauled, mag wheels, drives very good! Old V5 documents available. Car is in Belgium, can be delivered to the UK, £22,000. Photos at http://www.racingbox.be. T: 00 32 475 47 62 88 (Belgium) Continue reading Lotus Europa
Jim Clark’s stellar 1965 season celebrated in Duns
Jim Clark’s remarkable 1965 season was an anniversary that had to be marked, and the hard working folks at The Jim Clark Trust did just that… Continue reading Jim Clark’s stellar 1965 season celebrated in Duns
Our pick of the pics from the Lotus Picnic
Sunscreen and parasols were at the ready for Richard Hinton’s annual Lotus Picnic. This year was its third running, and there was no messing with the successful formula… Continue reading Our pick of the pics from the Lotus Picnic
Giugiaro heads special guests at Classic Team Lotus Garden Party
We’re at East Carleton Manor, the home built by Colin and Hazel Chapman, for the third Classic Team Lotus Garden Party. The theme this year is a celebration of the 50th anniversary of the Esprit. S1 designer Giugiaro has flown in from Italy… Continue reading Giugiaro heads special guests at Classic Team Lotus Garden Party
Lotus Emira updates bring in a new flagship
The Lotus Emira has received a refresh that also brings with it the new V6 SE to replace the existing V6 model… Continue reading Lotus Emira updates bring in a new flagship
Video: Wild Ferrari-engined Exige hillclimb car
A teatray front splitter, an enormous rear wing and a twin-turbocharged V8 engine from a Ferrari 488 GTB. Welcome to the Lotari, a purpose-built Lotus Exige hillclimb Continue reading Video: Wild Ferrari-engined Exige hillclimb car
Jim Clark commemorated with limited edition Emira
This year marks a big anniversary for Jim Clark and Team Lotus. Sixty years ago, the Scot won his second Formula One World Championship and the Indianapolis 500. He remains the only driver… Continue reading Jim Clark commemorated with limited edition Emira
JPS Lotus Esprit
1979 – (Edition No. 61 of 100) – Mileage 26,000. Very original, excellent condition. Featured in magazines and in Omologato watch advert. Current ownership 15 years. Price £45,000. Private sale. For further information contact us on 01245 36013 or email a.h.clements138@gmail.com Continue reading JPS Lotus Esprit
Lotus Elan Plus 2
Ronnie Peterson’s Elan Plus 2 1972 – As you may have read in the article in Absolute Lotus, the car was given to Ronnie by Colin Chapman when he drove for Team Lotus and was built to his specification, the first ever Lotus with a 5-speed gearbox. It was the car Ronnie raced Dave Brodie, at a rapid pace, back from Mallory Park (see … Continue reading Lotus Elan Plus 2
Lotus 23B
FIA papers until December 2025. In excellent condition. It was all checked over last year, but has not been raced for more than 10 years. Last year spent several months in the Jim Clark Motorsport Museum. Photographed with Stirling Moss in driver’s seat when raced by my son who won loads of trophies, £53,000. T: 01361 883246. E: grant@cropservices.co.uk (Scottish Borders) Continue reading Lotus 23B
Lotus Esprit GT3
Only 196 GT3s produced. Owned by me for 15 years, garaged. 94,000 Miles , Current MOT. Service history and original handbook. Location Buckinghamshire. Serious offers over £25,000 Contact Peter evenings after 7pm on 0044 7770 993128 Continue reading Lotus Esprit GT3
Lotus Eclat
1978 JPS black & gold livery. This car has been in the family since 1989 and has been in dry storage, on jacks in my father’s garage for the last 20yrs. The car is in remarkably good condition both inside and out but will need the usual work to get it recommissioned and back on the road. The car is now standing on its own wheels … Continue reading Lotus Eclat
Elise S1
1998 Lotus Elise S1; full service history since new, with minor modifications fromstandard; 60,000 miles, ex Paul Matty car owned since 2006. Mot through to January 2026. £16,495. Phone 07940 591680 E Mail nigelb1432@yahoo.com Continue reading Elise S1
Clark celebration weekend
The Jim Clark Trust is planning a big celebration in June to mark the 60th anniversary of Jim Clark’s second Formula One World Championship win and his victory at the Indianapolis 500… Continue reading Clark celebration weekend
Team Lotus name returns for the modern era
The Team Lotus name returns as a cover-all term for global Lotus motorsport activity… Continue reading Team Lotus name returns for the modern era
Senna celebration at Goodwood Members’ Meeting
The 40th anniversary of Ayrton Senna’s first Formula One victory will be celebrated at Goodwood… Continue reading Senna celebration at Goodwood Members’ Meeting
Lotus events 2025
We’ve just given our Lotus events listing an update for 2025. To be included, each fixture must be Lotus specific and open to all Lotus owners. If there are any Lotus-specific events you know about that we haven’t listed, drop us a line and we’ll add them. This listing will be updated as and when events are confirmed. Absolute Lotus Highland Tour ScotlandThursday 8 May … Continue reading Lotus events 2025
Lotus Elise 1.6 Touring Silverstone
2014, Carbon grey with the factory option power pack sports exhaust upgrade. Under 20,000 miles and serviced annually, since new, by Hangar 111. Red leather interior, soft and hard top. Six-speed, close ratio manual gearbox. The Touring Pack also includes additional bulkhead and floor pan soundproofing and a lined soft top. There is also a summer fly cover supplied for those rain showers, when … Continue reading Lotus Elise 1.6 Touring Silverstone
Long read: Jenks’ illegal Christmas day road test
Denis Jenkinson’s attempt to drive the Lotus Type 12 on 180 miles of public roads was probably the most unusual and illicit of his life Continue reading Long read: Jenks’ illegal Christmas day road test
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