You know what Lotus totally sucks at? - LotusTalk

Joecooool · 08-27-2008, 11:45 AM

Apparel. I can't even buy a tee shirt that says Lotus on it unless I want some boot leg crap off of eBay.

On the exceptionally rare time they do offer something on their web site, its either sold out or (as is usually the case ) really ugly.

WTF? How hard is it to make a t-shirt or a hat with a friggen Lotus logo???

This is what they offer on their web site today -

Wow, that screams Lotus. The awesomeness is incredible.

They need to either hire someone or license somebody to make up a bunch of different shirts and hats.

For comparison...

National Corvette Museum Store - Product Catalog

National Corvette Museum Store - Product Catalog

zygotesoup · 08-27-2008, 11:53 AM

+1 lotus does not seem too interested in the clothing business.

I remember one member on here a while ago had a petition going to let lotus use their logo on some shirt designs he had... his designs were f-ing awesome!!! I asked him if he would sell me some "one off" shirts, but he didn't want to get sued by lotus for some reason.

MidasHands · 08-27-2008, 12:46 PM

Theres way more going on here. Many of us have contacted Lotus about licensing products to sell.

The problem is that they only want to deal with one vendor who needs to handle everything from key chains to t-shirts. With the limited market no one wants to do this.

If they would just allow licensing for someone who does T-shirts (or even multiple people) they would sell a lot of stuff. Many companies do this, they just don't have their Sh*t together when it comes to licensing.

SweetDaddyD · 08-27-2008, 01:03 PM

Yes, Robbie tried to go about it "legally".
He would of had to sell tens of thousands of shirts to make a profit. I think their was also a yearly renewal and something like 30% commission.

Their offerings to indeed blow massively.

Some guys sell a few shirts here and there "underground" but you have to know who to ask or what event to show up at to find some stuff layed out on a table.

I don't get it. There is clearly a demand. It clearly isn't filled. They seem to have no interest in offering anything. On the rare event you do see a size XXL polo shirt collecting dust and faded from the sun it would need to be a large color blind man over 60 that would actually wear it. They need a marketing manager. They already have a distribution method through the dealer network. Lotus: If you are listening I'm more than happy to fill the spot and already have plenty of contacts to get it done. I'll work on no salary and a simple commission of all product sold.

Surely there is an open cubicle at LCU in my own backyard.

andykeck · 08-27-2008, 01:10 PM

I don't guarantee you'll like any of it, but Classic Team Lotus, Clive Chapman's operation, has a bunch of shirts and jackets and hats.

I have several hats. They're very high quality.

Classic Team Lotus

Joecooool · 08-27-2008, 01:59 PM

I spoke to my friend at the Corvette Museum, he said there are over 200 companies licensed to produce Corvette items. Everything from shirts and hats, to seat covers and license plate frames.

BobaFettm · 08-27-2008, 02:40 PM

hang on... you guys wear clothes when driving your lotus???

Weight reduction fellas... weight reduction...

kestrel74 · 08-27-2008, 02:41 PM

you didn't ask.......... very nice high quality tee shirts at: Store

Sleazy E · 08-27-2008, 02:42 PM

+1

been looking for some good quality Lotus apparel and/or accessories and they seem to be few and far between

charliex · 08-27-2008, 03:18 PM

i like the lotus sports stuff, not a t but i like the polo.

LOTUS SPORT POLO - LOTLS05047 48 49 50 51

Eclise · 08-27-2008, 03:44 PM

At the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix, there was a company there selling T-shirts (and other shirts) with Lotus emblems. I just looked, and the brand is "Port & Company." I bought the shirt for $10, which I thought was a great deal. You guys might want to contact them.

...m... · 08-27-2008, 04:21 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by Joecooool

Wow, that screams Lotus. The awesomeness is incredible.

...that shirt is all about better performance through light weight - the buttons tear free sooooooo smoothly and it negotiates curves like nothing else you've ever worn...

Moto44 · 08-27-2008, 04:42 PM

Agreed. Where's the merchandising?

local600 · 08-27-2008, 05:29 PM

I print shirts on the side. This is how I like to kind of say "Lotus" without the issues:

qu1Z · 08-27-2008, 05:32 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by local600

I print shirts on the side. This is how I like to kind of say "Lotus" without the issues:

That's a nice shirt. Imagine if somebody saw you in K-mart with that and recognized it and offered to drive lotuses with you.

RoadDad · 08-27-2008, 05:39 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by local600

I print shirts on the side. This is how I like to kind of say "Lotus" without the issues:

That could just as easily be a "ScotAsh Limited" or a "Green-Works" shirt, to name a few.

When worn by an individual, the wearer could be mistaken for, say, John Eversley, or Zulfiqar Ali

.

andykeck · 08-27-2008, 05:54 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by local600

I print shirts on the side. This is how I like to kind of say "Lotus" without the issues:

Oh ****! Now you've got the Queen mad at you. Make sure to check under the bed for the SAS before you turn out the lights.

andykeck · 08-28-2008, 05:53 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by RoadDad

That could just as easily be a "ScotAsh Limited" or a "Green-Works" shirt, to name a few.

When worn by an individual, the wearer could be mistaken for, say, John Eversley, or Zulfiqar Ali

.

Don't forget:

JCB Backhoe Loader Business Unit
Motorola Point to Point Fixed Wireless Solutions Group
Quest Personal Care Global Limited (diapers. really.)
Eurobuns Ltd
Downhole Products Plc

local600 · 08-28-2008, 11:27 PM

Quote:

Originally Posted by andykeck

Don't forget:

JCB Backhoe Loader Business Unit
Motorola Point to Point Fixed Wireless Solutions Group
Quest Personal Care Global Limited (diapers. really.)
Eurobuns Ltd
Downhole Products Plc

All the things the queen thinks are excellent I guess. I think the logo looks cool.

qu1Z, I don't get the K-mart comment.

skottoman · 08-29-2008, 05:49 AM

My dealer (SVAG), sent me a Lotus knit Polo shirt with the purchase of my Exige back in May of 06. It's pretty nice. Dunno if I've ever seen one before.
Cheers,
Skottoman

08-27-2008, 11:45 AM	#1 (permalink)
Joecooool Juvenile Delinquent Join Date: May 2004 Location: Jacksonville Florida Posts: 754	You know what Lotus totally sucks at? Apparel. I can't even buy a tee shirt that says Lotus on it unless I want some boot leg crap off of eBay. On the exceptionally rare time they do offer something on their web site, its either sold out or (as is usually the case ) really ugly. WTF? How hard is it to make a t-shirt or a hat with a friggen Lotus logo??? This is what they offer on their web site today - Wow, that screams Lotus. The awesomeness is incredible. They need to either hire someone or license somebody to make up a bunch of different shirts and hats. For comparison... National Corvette Museum Store - Product Catalog National Corvette Museum Store - Product Catalog

08-27-2008, 11:53 AM	#2 (permalink)
zygotesoup Resident Drunk Join Date: Nov 2006 Location: Rochester, NY Posts: 983	+1 lotus does not seem too interested in the clothing business. I remember one member on here a while ago had a petition going to let lotus use their logo on some shirt designs he had... his designs were f-ing awesome!!! I asked him if he would sell me some "one off" shirts, but he didn't want to get sued by lotus for some reason. __________________ 2005 Krypton Green Lotus Elise 1993 Black BMW 325i 2000 Solar Yellow MR-S - SOLD 1987 White on White Porsche 944 Turbo - SOLD 1993 Maroon Lexus SC400 - SOLD

08-27-2008, 12:46 PM	#3 (permalink)
MidasHands Registered User Join Date: Sep 2005 Location: Glen Ridge, NJ Posts: 940	Theres way more going on here. Many of us have contacted Lotus about licensing products to sell. The problem is that they only want to deal with one vendor who needs to handle everything from key chains to t-shirts. With the limited market no one wants to do this. If they would just allow licensing for someone who does T-shirts (or even multiple people) they would sell a lot of stuff. Many companies do this, they just don't have their Sh*t together when it comes to licensing. __________________ - Mike 2006 KG Elise, Magnolia Interior

08-27-2008, 01:03 PM	#4 (permalink)
SweetDaddyD Sticker guy Join Date: Jan 2005 Location: ATL, GA Posts: 7,286 Images: 2	Yes, Robbie tried to go about it "legally". He would of had to sell tens of thousands of shirts to make a profit. I think their was also a yearly renewal and something like 30% commission. Their offerings to indeed blow massively. Some guys sell a few shirts here and there "underground" but you have to know who to ask or what event to show up at to find some stuff layed out on a table. I don't get it. There is clearly a demand. It clearly isn't filled. They seem to have no interest in offering anything. On the rare event you do see a size XXL polo shirt collecting dust and faded from the sun it would need to be a large color blind man over 60 that would actually wear it. They need a marketing manager. They already have a distribution method through the dealer network. Lotus: If you are listening I'm more than happy to fill the spot and already have plenty of contacts to get it done. I'll work on no salary and a simple commission of all product sold. Surely there is an open cubicle at LCU in my own backyard. __________________ ChuforiaGraffix.com Custom Vinyl, Decals, Shirts, Paint Protection, Signs, Etc.

08-27-2008, 02:40 PM	#7 (permalink)
BobaFettm Registered User Join Date: May 2006 Location: Adrian, MI Posts: 313	hang on... you guys wear clothes when driving your lotus??? Weight reduction fellas... weight reduction... __________________ bobafettm.com 2006 Lotus Exige

08-27-2008, 01:10 PM	#5 (permalink)
andykeck Detective Join Date: May 2003 Location: Seattle Posts: 4,865 Images: 1	I don't guarantee you'll like any of it, but Classic Team Lotus, Clive Chapman's operation, has a bunch of shirts and jackets and hats. I have several hats. They're very high quality. Classic Team Lotus

08-27-2008, 01:59 PM	#6 (permalink)
Joecooool Juvenile Delinquent Join Date: May 2004 Location: Jacksonville Florida Posts: 754	I spoke to my friend at the Corvette Museum, he said there are over 200 companies licensed to produce Corvette items. Everything from shirts and hats, to seat covers and license plate frames.

08-27-2008, 02:41 PM	#8 (permalink)
kestrel74 G-200 Driver Join Date: Jun 2004 Location: North of Detroit; Watkins Glen, NY Posts: 8,654	you didn't ask.......... very nice high quality tee shirts at: Store __________________ 74 Europa Zetec TC Special 3614R Elise #2292 / Chrome Orange !! / Starshield / Sachs suspension / RTDbrace / Uprights machined / Down Low rails / ... "My daily driver does .85 Mach" " I started flying when Sex was safe and Hang Gliding was dangerous " BUY My Europa ! http://www.lotustalk.com/forums/f94/...pa-sale-43829/

08-27-2008, 02:42 PM	#9 (permalink)
Sleazy E thats what she said... Join Date: May 2008 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 249	+1 been looking for some good quality Lotus apparel and/or accessories and they seem to be few and far between __________________ eric '06 Chrome Orange Lotus Elise Stage II exhaust \| Hardtop \| Black LSS Wheels \| Toyo R888's \| De-Snorkeled \| Green Filter \| Sector 111 Folding Tow Hook \| Exige Mesh \| Front Clam Seam Delete \| Sector 111 rear panel delete \| Black Pack Diffusor \| Chrome Orange Center Console

08-27-2008, 03:18 PM	#10 (permalink)
charliex OSX Black hat Join Date: Feb 2005 Location: Las Vegas , NV Posts: 9,755	i like the lotus sports stuff, not a t but i like the polo. LOTUS SPORT POLO - LOTLS05047 48 49 50 51 __________________ Black Exige S - http://goth.am 265 Mule / Elan M100 ECU Tuning, http://www.elisetalk.com/forums/showthread.php?t=39660 Arguing with an engineer is like wrestling with a pig in mud. After a while, you realise the pig is enjoying it.

08-27-2008, 03:44 PM	#11 (permalink)
Eclise Registered User Join Date: Mar 2006 Posts: 1,205	At the Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix, there was a company there selling T-shirts (and other shirts) with Lotus emblems. I just looked, and the brand is "Port & Company." I bought the shirt for $10, which I thought was a great deal. You guys might want to contact them.

08-27-2008, 04:42 PM	#13 (permalink)
Moto44 Back in the Saddle Join Date: Jun 2006 Location: Illinois Posts: 4,526	Agreed. Where's the merchandising? __________________ 2008 Yellow Elise California 2007 Honda CBR 600RR 1997 Jeep Wrangler

08-27-2008, 05:29 PM	#14 (permalink)
local600 Registered User Join Date: Mar 2007 Location: burbank, ca Posts: 176	I print shirts on the side. This is how I like to kind of say "Lotus" without the issues: __________________ It's not where you are going that matters, it's how you get there.

08-29-2008, 05:49 AM	#20 (permalink)
skottoman 'Justa' Exige 190 Join Date: Apr 2006 Location: Scotts Valley, CA. Posts: 880	My dealer (SVAG), sent me a Lotus knit Polo shirt with the purchase of my Exige back in May of 06. It's pretty nice. Dunno if I've ever seen one before. Cheers, Skottoman __________________ 2006 AR N/A Exige-Touring pack-Starshield-TopspeedPro1 exhaust-DeSnorked-Green filter-RTD ToeBrace-Shims Removed-CF Diffuser-CF Splitter-CF Wing-CF Scoops w/custom grills-Black Exige sticker-PC680 battery-S111 battery holddown-Rear Lotus badge-Carpet buttons-Painted shift knob-Painted Console-EBrake Gaiter-SilverStealth bulbs-Front S111 towhook-Polk speakers-Toyo R888s-Lamin-x turn signal tint 2008 BMW X3 with some mods 2006 Cayman 'S'

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