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by ChrisJ
Thu Mar 21, 2024 16:36
Forum: Electrics and Electronics
Topic: Gps speedo
Replies: 9
Views: 473

Re: Gps speedo

For a 6 month period my speedo stopped working (needed a new cable). I already had a Garmin Head Up Display in the car, so just used that - linked to my phone. Worked fine. Unfortunately, no longer produced or supported, so I have to use an old android phone as I cannot migrate the app to my current...
by ChrisJ
Sat Mar 09, 2024 09:41
Forum: Wanted
Topic: Looking for a late SE
Replies: 6
Views: 554

Re: Looking for a late SE

I would suggest not getting too fixated on low mileage as these cars need to be used regularly - and they are now all over 30 years old. For regular use, this is where the MOT checker comes in - use it to see that it hasn't been sitting around for the past few years. Also important is who has been m...
by ChrisJ
Wed Jan 10, 2024 08:59
Forum: General
Topic: Paint Code
Replies: 4
Views: 849

Re: Paint Code

Looks like it originated on this thread - https://www.lotustalk.com/threads/paint-codes.6279/?nested_view=1&sortby=oldest#replies Link to the PDF on the first page, which is from the Group Lotus website - page doesn't exist anymore, but it is on the Wayback machine https://web.archive.org/web/200603...
by ChrisJ
Tue Dec 12, 2023 23:34
Forum: Spotted/New Owners
Topic: Google Maps Spot
Replies: 2
Views: 604

Re: Google Maps Spot

I don't think that it is this one from just up the road in Welwyn Garden City either - as I don't think it is back on the road yet.

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by ChrisJ
Thu Nov 30, 2023 14:03
Forum: General
Topic: Paint Code
Replies: 4
Views: 849

Re: Paint Code

Here's a list that does include A65. It should download a PDF from lotustalk https://www.bing.com/ck/a?!&&p=6a4c3ee5f12da72aJmltdHM9MTcwMTMwMjQwMCZpZ3VpZD0wZGFiNTY3ZC1mMzhiLTZjOGEtMjA4My00NTZiZjJmMzZkN2QmaW5zaWQ9NTIyMQ&ptn=3&ver=2&hsh=3&fclid=0dab567d-f38b-6c8a-2083-456bf2f36d7d&psq=lotus+paint+code...
by ChrisJ
Wed Nov 29, 2023 13:45
Forum: General
Topic: SGT - Station Garage Taplow
Replies: 9
Views: 1343

Re: SGT - Station Garage Taplow

Hmmm... website states For almost 50 years SGT has had an enviable heritage as a classic and specialist motor business. This important aspect of our business sets us apart from many garages. Our small team of dedicated specialists have been highly trained in their respective motoring brands. We have...
by ChrisJ
Wed Nov 29, 2023 09:31
Forum: General
Topic: SGT - Station Garage Taplow
Replies: 9
Views: 1343

Re: SGT - Station Garage Taplow

Have you contacted SGT?

When I contracted the garage that sold my Esprit to its previous owner (in 1985), they were only too happy to talk to me about it. Offered me new number plates and some current stickers for free.
by ChrisJ
Fri Nov 17, 2023 21:07
Forum: For Sale
Topic: Excel SA on FB Marketplace.- Caution
Replies: 5
Views: 1427

Re: Excel SA on FB Marketplace.- Caution

Zag wrote:
Fri Nov 17, 2023 19:17
Just messaged him and called him out. Can't see advert now.
Still there for me
by ChrisJ
Fri Nov 17, 2023 20:59
Forum: General
Topic: Value your Excel if you dare!
Replies: 74
Views: 21368

Re: Value your Excel if you dare!

Blimey - if someone offered me £75k for my Esprit they can have it.

Original 1982 car, never been restored.
by ChrisJ
Mon Nov 13, 2023 08:46
Forum: General
Topic: 215 Tyres
Replies: 10
Views: 1000

Re: 215 Tyres

I have Vredestein Sportrac 205/55 15s on my Excel - and although Vredestein show them on their website, I'm not sure that you can get them in the UK any more.
by ChrisJ
Tue Oct 31, 2023 23:44
Forum: Spotted/New Owners
Topic: I have bought an 89 Excel SA site unseen
Replies: 25
Views: 2815

Re: I have bought an 89 Excel SA site unseen

I'd probably swap my SE for an SA as it would give my wife, with only an auto licence, a Lotus to drive :D
by ChrisJ
Tue Oct 10, 2023 08:50
Forum: Bodywork, Fitments, Interior and Trim
Topic: Potential Buyer Looking for Advice Please
Replies: 27
Views: 4450

Re: Potential Buyer Looking for Advice Please

Hadn't seen this thread before, but I bought the Excel from Sovereign Car Sales. I had kept my eye on it for quite a while and watched the price drop. They had no clue about Lotus cars, was advertised as an Eclat - as that was what was on the V5, so the car never came up in any searches for Excel. I...
by ChrisJ
Sun Sep 17, 2023 10:24
Forum: Events, Meetings and a "Run Out"
Topic: Ricketts Racing Workshop Open Day 30th Sept.
Replies: 1
Views: 484

Ricketts Racing Workshop Open Day 30th Sept.

Malcolm will be holding his popular Open Day at the Old Dairy Barn,Lamer lane, Wheathampsted AL4 8RG on Saturday Sept 30th. He will have several unusual Lotus cars on display and a BBQ will be provided in exchange for a donation to his local charity The Isabel Hospice. Ample parking, including space...
by ChrisJ
Sat Sep 16, 2023 20:41
Forum: Restoration projects
Topic: Another youtube project
Replies: 30
Views: 4006

Re: Another youtube project

I think that this will be fully restored and not given up.
by ChrisJ
Thu Sep 14, 2023 08:03
Forum: General
Topic: ULEZ expansion 2023 have your say
Replies: 32
Views: 2880

Re: ULEZ expansion 2023 have your say

This website contains a map of camera locations: https://ulez.co.uk/ulez-camera-locations/

Don't take them all as gospel though and do a recce on your route - as I think that a new camera has been installed on one of my possible routes. Will have to double check though.