Lotus Elite Artwork
Artist Brian Caldersmith paints a tableau of the many achievments of Colin Chapman’s Lotus Elite.
Launched at the Earl’s Court Motor Show 50 years ago in October 1957, the Elite captured the attention of the international press for its styling, advanced design and revolutionary glass fiber monocoque construction. Its subsequent racing success in the hands of the like of Jim Clark, Les Leston, John Whitmore, Frank Gardner et al is renowned, including the class wins at 24 Hour Le Mans —a stunning six years in a row. It has since become one of the significant classics, revered for its style and performance.
