May 23, 2013

Chromed… The World’s shiniest Lotus Esprit

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Some people just aren't happy when their car is cleaned, polished and waxed to what we'd call a mirror shine, they take it to the next level. Esprit owner Jamie Garroch (JamieG) of Reading, Berks, UK was one such mirror perfectionist and has had his car wrapped in chrome vinyl. In steps TLF photographer extraordinaire Malcolm Feth of www.nineteen80one.com for a photoshoot and all we can say is "Wow". Jamie: OK,  it's more than a cliché but like many Esprit owners, I grew up in the 70's and 80's and was influenced by the Bond films.  I'd always wanted the … [Read more...]

[PICS] Lotus Hedge End open for business!

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This weekend saw the latest dealership in the UK network open it's doors to Lotus owners, future customers and enthusiasts. With a full complement of the current range of Lotus cars available to test drive, Lotus sent ex-F1 driver and Brand Ambassador Martin Donnelly to accompany customers and offer real hands-on advice on what these cars were capable of. Lucky visitors even had a chance to be driven by the man himself, a real privilege which isn't to be passed up on and although tame on the roads, a taste of the talents of an F1 driver! The new Exige S was very … [Read more...]

Picture of the Month – February 2013

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Have you ever seen a car as beautiful as this, captured so well basking in the late summer sun? This Elan Sprint was photographed by Martyn Lewis (MartL | www.martynlewisphotography.com | facebook) and is his 3rd PoTM winner having previous supplied us with some amazing pictures in the PoTM gallery. The Elan Sprint was the final version of the Lotus Elan and sold between 1971 and 1973. The Spritn is currently one of the most sought after Elans with prices ranging from £23,000 to £35,000. With a claimed (although never matched) 0-60 in sub 6 seconds and top … [Read more...]

[PICS] Lotus F1 Team launch their 2013 contender, the E21

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The Lotus F1 Team E21 has been unleashed today from the team’s Enstone base in Oxfordshire, England. Revealed to team partners on site, streamed live on YouTube and broadcast live on Sky Sports News in the UK, the E21 will contest the 2013 FIA Formula 1 World Championship with drivers Kimi Räikkönen (E21 n°7) and Romain Grosjean (E20 n°8). With only limited changes to the technical and sporting regulations from 2012, the E21 continues the design themes seen in its race-winning predecessor, the E20. However, it is pushing last year’s concepts even further as … [Read more...]

Picture of the Month – December 2012

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The Exige S came joint first in this year's coveted EVO Car of the Year competition and as usual, EVO never fail to disappoint with their photography. Taking the usual EVO stance of 'if it's not flying, it's not worth taking a picture of' this shoot clearly shows the Exige S fully airborne, good skills! Thanks to EVO for kindly allowing us permission to use the picture, we hope you enjoy it as your desktop wallpaper for the next month! To save the image for your desktop wallpaper, click the thumbnail below then once opened, right click and ‘save … [Read more...]

Lotus begin delivery of the Exige S to dealers

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After many delays to the production of the new 3.5L V6 Exige S, we've obtained pictures taken today of several Exige S cars both on the production line at Hethel and in the holding area of the factory, ready to be shipped to dealers. These cars are complete with 'Passed to Sales' (PTS) hangers you can spot hanging from the rear view mirror, signifying that their manufacture is complete and they are ready to go. These first cars are LHD and headed into Europe, with the Far East and UK cars not far behind. Finally some positive news from Hethel and with the delays … [Read more...]

Picture of the Month – November 2012

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November's Picture of the Month is an Evora owned by Nicholas Lin of Boston, MA in north eastern USA. We spotted the picture on the Lotus Cars facebook page and were stunned by it's HDR-esque look. We are grateful to Nicholas for his permission to use the shot which was taken with the new Canon EOS M for our camera buffs. To save the image for your desktop wallpaper, click the thumbnail below then once opened, right click and ‘save as’. If you’d like a picture considered for our POTM features, details and an upload gallery can be … [Read more...]

Picture of the Month – October 2012

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This month's winner is Elise owner and amazing automotive photographer, Malcolm Feth. Malcolm has a standing offer on the forums to take ace pictures of Lotus cars and Esprit GT3 owner 'whirlybird' (yes, he is a helicopter pilot!) took him up on this. With two orange cars in one place (the Elise is Malcolm's own car) the temptation was too great to capture them both together and Malcolm's latest techniques and equipment capture motion in the most awesome way, we're sure you'll agree. To save the image for your desktop wallpaper, click the thumbnail below then once … [Read more...]

Introducing: TOAD tv

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TLF are pleased to introduce our new partners, TOAD tv who will bring quality and entertaining video reviews of Lotus cars past and present to you. Born out of a passion for all things on four wheels, preferably with a good turn of pace, TOAD tv began as a bit of tongue in cheek fun for a group of car enthusiasts.  From filming high speed laps of the Nordschliefe, European forays to the very best driving roads the Alps have to offer or a cheeky track day with like minded enthusiasts, we've experienced many a petrolheads dream. TOAD tv's somewhat quirky style … [Read more...]

Picture of the Month – September 2012

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This months desktop wallpaper features the stunning 2010 Exige belonging to Lindsey Palmer. Her friends all call her 'Pinkie', you can see why! This Exige is my 3rd Lotus, having previously owned a couple of Elise's; a black S2 111R for about 2 years, and then my Candy Red SC with cream stripes, which I had for about 3.5 years. Unfortunately, due to a collision on the M4 last November in the SC, I suddenly found myself without a Lotus, and my life felt empty! As soon as I had brushed my self down from the crash, but with my broken foot still in plaster, I went … [Read more...]