LotusPALS

A Social Network of Lotus Enthusiasts

LotusPALS

LotusPALS is a social network for Lotus owners and enthusiasts in the Philadelphia Area Lotus Society and Lotus Enthusiasts Organization.

Serving 

Eastern Pennsylvania

 New Jersey

New York City Metro

Delaware

and Northeastern Maryland 

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Andrew might attend Atwell Haines's event
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Britfest, 2025 at Horseshoe Lake Park

October 12, 2025 from 9am to 3pm
An knowledgeable insider has advised me the LOTUS will be the Featured Marque at the 2025 Britfest…See More
Tuesday
Kyle Kaulback commented on Kyle Kaulback's blog post Lotus Concept Cars and One-Offs - Elan Sprint 412
"Always on the inquire. Parramint posted the 412 documents. I don't think any got made."
Jun 29
Ted Taylor commented on Kyle Kaulback's blog post Lotus Concept Cars and One-Offs - Elan Sprint 412
"where in the world do you turn up this stuff???"
Jun 29
Ryan Heim updated their profile
Jun 28
Ernest Valtri left a comment for Zwags
"Zwags! Welcome!"
Jun 28
Zwags is now a member of LotusPALS
Jun 28
Jeff Korsyn might attend Ernest Valtri's event

New Hope Auto Show at New Hope-Solebury High School

August 9, 2025 to August 10, 2025
The New Hope Auto Show is Saturday, 8/9 and Sunday 8/10. As always, Saturday is domestic car day…See More
Jun 27
Ernest Valtri posted an event

New Hope Auto Show at New Hope-Solebury High School

August 9, 2025 to August 10, 2025
The New Hope Auto Show is Saturday, 8/9 and Sunday 8/10. As always, Saturday is domestic car day…See More
Jun 24
Ernest Valtri left a comment for emira NJ6MT
"Welcome to PALS Keith. I've got an Emira V6 manual too. Just got it inspected this morning. :o)"
Jun 24
Kyle Kaulback left a comment for emira NJ6MT
"Welcome to LotusPLAS Keith"
Jun 24
emira NJ6MT is now a member of LotusPALS
Jun 24
Kyle Kaulback posted a blog post

Lotus Concept Cars and One-Offs - Elan Sprint 412

Elan Sprint 412 circa 1971The 412 signifies a 4:12 differential that would give the Sprint much…See More
Jun 22
Kyle Kaulback left a comment for Nathan
"Welcome to LotusPALS Nathan"
Jun 21
Nathan is now a member of LotusPALS
Jun 21
Alex replied to Alex's discussion New member from Delaware
"Hey! Sorry, I suck at responding here. I'd love to meet up and check out your Elise sometime.…"
Jun 21
Alex replied to Alex's discussion New member from Delaware
"Haha, nice Istvan. Glad to see your VI found a new home."
Jun 21
Atwell Haines commented on Atwell Haines's event Britfest, 2025
"The 'OFFICIAL' announcement has been communicated to past participants! " Britfest…"
Jun 19
Kyle Kaulback left a comment for Chuck Sieber
"Welcome to LotusPALS Chuck"
Jun 18
Chuck Sieber is now a member of LotusPALS
Jun 18
Ted Taylor replied to Dane Wise's discussion Looking for a Type 75 Elite - Very Serious Buyer
"try Chris Kosko....member of PALS in PA, has a nice restored one in his fleet."
Jun 15
 

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Lotus Concept Cars and One-Offs - Elan Sprint 412

Elan Sprint 412 circa 1971



The 412 signifies a 4:12 differential that would give the Sprint much faster acceleration at the cost of top speed and cruising… Continue

Posted by Kyle Kaulback on June 22, 2025 at 10:00am — 2 Comments

Lotus Concept Cars and One-Offs - Bahar Esprit V8

Bahar Esprit V8 2010



In 2010 Dany Bahar, controversial then CEO of Lotus Cars, commissioned Lotus to rebuild a 2002 Esprit V8. The color was reworked from the original red to a 3 stage… Continue

Posted by Kyle Kaulback on April 25, 2025 at 7:22am — 1 Comment

Reupholseterd Seat

Posted by Bryan Boyle on April 16, 2025 at 7:41am

New dash and upholstered crash pad for 3291R

New dash and upholstered crash pad for 3291R…

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Posted by Bryan Boyle on April 16, 2025 at 7:40am

Lotus Limited and Special Editions - Lotus Esprit S4 GT Commemorative Edition

Lotus Esprit S4 GT Commemorative Edition 1995



Lotus marked Thorkild Thyrring’s class win in that year’s BRDC GT Championship with a limited edition of 11 S4 GT’s. The edition features… Continue

Posted by Kyle Kaulback on February 15, 2025 at 8:39am

Has Some Lotus DNA - GRMN Yaris

GRMN Yaris 2017



Gazoo Racing is a division of Toyota Motorsports and in order to reintroduce Gazoo Racing (GR) to Europe Toyota commissioned the GRMN Yaris. Lotus supplied over 600 Elise… Continue

Posted by Kyle Kaulback on December 19, 2024 at 11:48am

Lotus Limited and Special Editions - Lotus Esprit S4s Monterey Edition

Lotus Esprit S4s Monterey Edition 1995



Lotus was featured Maqrue at the 1995 Monterey Historics and Lotus produced and provided for display, 2 Special Edition S4s’s. One in Monaco White… Continue

Posted by Kyle Kaulback on October 22, 2024 at 5:44am

Has Some Lotus DNA - Rolls Royce Silver Seraph/Bentley Arnage

Rolls Royce Silver Seraph/Bentley Arnage 1998-2002



While Rolls Royce and Bentley were still in the hands of the British Lotus revised the ride and handling on the last (British generation… Continue

Posted by Kyle Kaulback on August 20, 2024 at 7:53am — 4 Comments

Vehicular directory with events

During the last several years I have lived in Asia and Europe and have struggled terribly with finding any resources for my BDA Super 7, whether service, parts, or events. Inspired by this struggle, my wife and I spent a few years developing a… Continue

Posted by Steve Minnis on July 15, 2024 at 2:13am — 3 Comments

Lotus Concept Cars and One-Offs - Essex Talbot Sunbeam Lotus

Essex Talbot Sunbeam Lotus 1980



The Team Lotus Essex F1 team not only produced some striking livery for F1 cars, it also made the best Type 81 Talbot Sunbeam Lotus. An Italian-spec… Continue

Posted by Kyle Kaulback on June 21, 2024 at 11:08am — 3 Comments

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New member from Delaware 7 Replies

Started by Alex in Lotus Cars. Last reply by Alex Jun 21.

Looking for a Type 75 Elite - Very Serious Buyer 2 Replies

Started by Dane Wise in Lotus Cars. Last reply by Ted Taylor Jun 15.

Kevin Hart movie "72 Hours": Luxury Cars Needed 7 Replies

Started by Atwell Haines in Lotus Cars. Last reply by Atwell Haines May 19.

2020 Evora GT FOR SALE 4 Replies

Started by Istvan Steve Ujvari in Lotus Cars for sale. Last reply by Istvan Steve Ujvari May 3.

Any 4 cylinder esprits for sale? 4 Replies

Started by Mark DiRomualdo in Lotus Cars. Last reply by Mark DiRomualdo Apr 24.

3291R Updates 2 Replies

Started by Bryan Boyle in Lotus Cars. Last reply by Bryan Boyle Apr 16.

 
 
 

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