Blast from the Past
1979 Lotus Esprit JPS spotted in the wild today. One of 147 AFAIK. I don't believe the BBS-style wheels are original, but they look right except for the low-profile front tires. A bit worn but otherwise in good nick. Wish I'd known more about these at the...
Sounds are squeaky (body), rattling (engine), banging (suspension)
And the smells vary between damp carpet, smoldering wiring, antifreeze dripping on a hot engine, with a whiff of petrol coming through. Signed, A 5-time Lotus buyer and a 50,000 mile Lotus driver over about 60 cumulative Lotus-car-ownership-years. Doesn’t...
Another Lotus Appears
in MyTown; a Europa. I'm not expert enough to know which year or series, anyone know more? OMG are they tiny! Must feel like riding an enclosed skateboard. Such a lovely thing, though. ...