This 1998 Lotus Elise Type 111 (convertible, yellow) belonging to the late John Bowers, is available for sale through John’s son Colin.
Ashton’s President’s Prattle for April, 2025
Happy Easter! Yes, I know. It’s that time already. What a great first quarter we’ve had, with loads going on.
Wrapping Up CSCA 2025 Round 1: A Summery Autumn Day at Sydney Motorsport Park
Mark Meletopoulo leading Brett Monk and Graham Allen up the hill to the back half of the circuit
On a far-too-hot Saturday morning, the 15th of March, we gathered at Sydney Motorsport Park’s South Circuit to open the 2025 CSCA supersprint series, which was kindly organised by the Sprite Car Club of Australia. Let’s wrap up the day and enjoy a few photos with thanks to Brett Stevens, who took the day off competing and made a herculean effort to cover the event out in the sun, and Seth Reinhardt, who escaped to shelter much more quickly.
A Relaxed Morning Run with the WA Aston Martin Owners Club to Wine Tree Cafe
Images and story thanks to John Edmondson
On Sunday the 16th of March, 2025, our Western Australian contingent met up with friends in the Aston Martin Owners Club for a run from Baldivis through Jarradale and North Dandalup to Dwellingup and Wine Tree Cafe. Our thanks to John Edmondson for helping to gather the Lotus crew, and for sharing some photos and a story of the day.
2025’s All British Day in Echunga
By Andrew Stevens, pictures by Andrew Stevens and David Hopper. Above – David Baird’s Talbot Lotus with Chris Sofokleous Esprit and Jo Cave’s Plus 2 in the background <courtesy Andrew Stevens>
Over recent years, the fantastic All British Day (ABD) at Echunga in the Adelaide Hills has coincided with our South Australian monthly get together. 2025 was no exception, and, as the day dawned cool and overcast, we thought that the BoM forecast of sunshine and 27 degrees was a tad optimistic. With over 750 cars spread across two ovals, and the excellent organization of the ABD committee, the day presents the best of British automobiles from all eras. We were hoping for a nice moderate day.
Entry for CSCA 2025 Round 1 at Sydney Motorsport Park Now Open
Entries are open for the first round of the 2025 CSCA Supersprint series, to be held on Saturday 15th of March on Sydney Motorsport Park’s Amaroo circuit and hosted by Sprite Car Club of Australia.
Please see the invitation letter and supplementary regulations for all of the key details of the event:
Sprite Car Club of Australia CSCA Super Sprint Round 1 Invitation [PDF]
Sprite Car Club of Australia CSCA Super Sprint Round 1 Supplementary Regulations [PDF]
Enter online via the Motorsport Australia Members Portal at this link. The entry fee is $210, plus $20 if you need to hire a Dorian. Payment is via credit, or direct deposit.
We look forward to seeing you for the first CSCA round of the year!
For Sale: 1963 Lotus 7 Replica
Friend of the Club, Bryan Thomas has made the painful decision to sell his beloved Lotus 7 Replica, featuring a Bob Britton Rennmax chassis.
Ashton’s President’s Prattle, February 2025
Apologies for the delay in wishing you all a very happy 2025, and if the evidence to date is anything to go by, it should be a blast!
Lotus Photos: Sandy Bay Tasmania, February 2025
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 February catch-up this past weekend, and very kindly reached out with a few photos that you can enjoy below.
Wrapping Up the 2024 Adelaide Tarmac Rally
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 experiencing some of the best and most challenging roads in the Adelaide Hills, including the iconic Eagle On The Hill, Corkscrew, two stages through our favourite town of Strathalbyn, and a hillclimb up Fox Creek Rd near Cudlee Creek.