Wow, June already! When we started planning this month’s 50th Anniversary celebrations, it seemed so far into the future as to not get too worried about it. All of a sudden, here we very nearly are! As I write this, we are three weeks from a great celebration of friendships, a shared love of our cars, and a rosy future … Read More
Vale: Mike Basquil
It is with great sadness that I am writing to let you know that our great friend Mike Basquil passed away on Wednesday morning, May 17 2023. Mike had been in hospital for a couple of weeks and his body was finally saying enough. His children Therese, Fred and Sarah, along with his extended family, were all at his side … Read More
Vale: Jack McLaughlin
With thanks to Allan Davies, Cathy & Ron Gibbs and the LOST Fraternity The LOST Fraternity (Lotus Or Similar Thoroughbreds) are saddened to announce the passing of our founder, leader and friend Mr Jack McLaughlin. Jack had many passions in the life; one such passion was his love of motoring and motor sports which led him to form The LOST … Read More
Ashton’s President’s Prattle for May, 2023
Happy May, and happy autumn! As we rush towards our increasingly fabulous joint Lotus 75th and CLA 50th Celebrations in Leura at the end of June, it would be remiss of me to fail to remind you one last time to book in! There are one or two rooms still left from our allocation at the Fairmont Resort and Spa, … Read More
South Australian Lotus Torque, May 2023
The array of Lotus brightened up the Strathalbyn High Street. Words and Pictures courtesy of Andrew Stevens An occasional contribution from our South Australian correspondent Andrew Stevens, catching you up on everything Club Lotus in SA this May, 2023.
Lotus Photos: CLA WA’s March Early Morning Run
Thanks to Dave Finnie Our plans for this run were nearly cancelled as the leaders at very short notice were unable to do the scheduled run, so a quick mailout was required to seek a new volunteer, and Steve Pretzel sprung into action and took over leading the run for us. Much appreciated Steve. We gathered at Guildford and it … Read More
Ashton’s President’s Prattle for April, 2023
Welcome to autumn! This morning was the first morning which really smelt like autumn, so I guess we can be happy with that. And let’s face it, this weather is perfect for open top driving!
South Australian Lotus Torque: March, 2023
The lineup of Lotus at the ABD – Words and Pictures courtesy of Andrew Stevens Catch up with all the news from South Australia, thanks to our SA correspondent Andrew Stevens, recapping the 2023 SA All British Day.
Ashton’s President’s Prattle for March, 2023
Welcome to March everyone! What a difference two or three days less makes to how long a month seems to last! But February was a great month, with a particular highlight being the presence at our Tyre Kick and Coffee of the SSC Emira, along with Phil and Graham’s customer cars. Very grateful thanks to Lee and Richard for giving … Read More
Lotus Photos: Sandy Bay Tasmania, March 2023
Images 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 March’s meeting, and very kindly reached out with a few photos that you can enjoy below.