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
Adventures Abroad with Ashton: Eddie Hopkins – Man of Mystery
Returning to the United Kingdom earlier this year, our ever-intrepid club president Ashton Roskill took the opportunity to scout out some Lotus adventures in the homeland. Over the next few days, we’re going to share some of his stories here on the website. Today, Ashton meets Eddie Hopkins – Man of Mystery and encyclopedia of Elevens.
Adventures Abroad with Ashton: Classic Team Lotus and the Beauty of Historic Race Cars
Returning to the United Kingdom earlier this year, our ever-intrepid club president Ashton Roskill took the opportunity to scout out some Lotus adventures in the homeland. Over the next few days, we’re going to share some of his stories here on the website. Today, with great envy, we learn of his visit to Classic Team Lotus, in which he got up close … Read More
Adventures Abroad with Ashton: The Royal Treatment at Hethel
Returning to the United Kingdom earlier this year, our ever-intrepid club president Ashton Roskill took the opportunity to scout out some Lotus adventures in the homeland. Over the next few days, we’re going to share some of his stories here on the website. Starting with his visit to Hethel, with grateful thanks to Lotus Australia.
Lotus Photos: June South Coast Brunch Run
Brunch is my favourite meal. It happens later in the morning, which is the best time of the morning, often involves extravagant breakfast foods and usually means that it’s the weekend, or at least a day off. The only way to make it better is to add more Lotuses! That’s just what we did this Sunday the 21st of June, when … Read More
Lotus Photos: CSCA Round 2 Sydney Motorsport Park by Paul Cooper
Enjoy another perspective on round 2 of this year’s CSCA sprints, thanks to this lovely little set of photos by Paul Cooper. Head to Paul’s website here for more of his work. And check out Seth and Vaughan’s shots for more from the day!
Lotus Photos: CSCA Round 2 Sydney Motorsport Park Vaughan Whitteron
Head back to Sydney Motorsport Park for another look at Round 2 of our 2015 sprints, with these great photos thanks to Vaughan Whitteron.
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
Lotus Photos: CSCA Round 2 Sydney Motorsport Park
Round 2 of 2015’s CSCA sprints was held at Sydney Motorsport Park on the last Sunday of May and was a wonderful way to fend off Sydney’s uncharacteristic cold with Club Lotus Australia camaraderie and hot Lotus engines, tyres and brakes. Enjoy these photos from the day, thanks to Seth Reinhardt.
The Preserve May 2015 Available for Download
‘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