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With great sadness I am posting notification as to the passing of Graham Arnold. Graham was the former Sales Director of Lotus and_the President of Club Lotus passed away on Monday. He was one of the largest figures in the Lotus Community. He also authored many books on the Marque and was considered among the most knowledgable individuals on the history of Lotus.
To truly appreciate the coming Elise, I would recommend you go tomorrow to your local Barnes and Nobel or book retailer and pick-up/order one of his books. Learn about the early years with the orignal Elite, 7, Eleven and Elan. The change in direction during the 70's and 80's including the rise of the Esprit. Learn of the great racing heritage with drivers like Mario, Clark, and Senna. It's important to know the heritage of the Elise to understand it. The Elise was a car that Graham loved because it embodied everything Lotus has ever stood for. Learn about the man and the marque and then you can truly love the car.
Graham will be missed.
To truly appreciate the coming Elise, I would recommend you go tomorrow to your local Barnes and Nobel or book retailer and pick-up/order one of his books. Learn about the early years with the orignal Elite, 7, Eleven and Elan. The change in direction during the 70's and 80's including the rise of the Esprit. Learn of the great racing heritage with drivers like Mario, Clark, and Senna. It's important to know the heritage of the Elise to understand it. The Elise was a car that Graham loved because it embodied everything Lotus has ever stood for. Learn about the man and the marque and then you can truly love the car.
Graham will be missed.