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NZ Autocar
11-05-2025
- Automotive
- NZ Autocar
Lotus honours racer with exclusive Emira Clark Edition
Lotus is honouring Jim Clark with the introduction of an Emira Clark Edition. Just 60 examples of this exclusive model are planned. Just 60 of these Emira Clark specials will be made, with global allocation not yet clear. The legacy of Jim Clark and Team Lotus is a part of motorsport history. In 1965, Clark secured the Formula 1 World Championship with Team Lotus. He also triumphed in the Indianapolis 500, a double victory that remains unmatched to this day. That same year, Clark further demonstrated his extraordinary talent with championship victories in Formula 2 and the Tasman Series in Australia and New Zealand. He also won touring car races in a Lotus Cortina. The body of the exclusive Emira features Clark Racing Green paint with a contrasting black roof and silver mirrors. There's also a yellow racing stripe flared around the front end. This takes after Clark's 1965 Indianapolis 500-winning Lotus Type 38. A machined aluminium fuel filler cap with a blue anodised centre, and yellow exhaust pipes further enhance the special look. A hand-painted yellow pinstripe picks out the Emira swage line, complemented by Clark Edition branding on the doors. The interior features sports seats with asymmetrical finish, reminding of the red-trimmed Lotus racing cars Clark drove in 1965. The driver's seat has red leather and Alcantara trim, while the passenger seat gets black leather and Alcantara. Other retro items include a sixties-style wooden gear knob and commemorative Jim Clark badging featuring Clark's personalised tartan from Lochcarron, Scotland. There's also a Jim Clark signature on the dashboard and Team Lotus detailing on the seats. Every Emira Clark Edition will have numbered carbon fibre treadplates. And each customer receives a bespoke hand-crafted leather holdall with unique Clark Edition details. The Emira Clark Edition uses Lotus Emira V6 mechanicals. It features a 300kW supercharged 3.5-litre V6 engine mated to a six-speed manual gearbox and limited-slip differential. The Emira V6 offers a pure driving experience thanks to the hydraulic steering feel and the Lotus Driver's pack that includes sports suspension, Track Mode and revised exhaust sound. Clark died in 1968 following an F2 crash at high speed. The combination of exclusive design and uncompromising performance makes this limited edition a collector's item for car enthusiasts worldwide.
Time of India
06-05-2025
- Automotive
- Time of India
Lotus Emira Clark Edition: Lotus Emira Clark Edition unveiled to mark Jim Clark's legendary 1965 F1 season
Jim Clark in his Lotus 25 at the Belgian Grand Prix 1962 (via Getty Images) Jim Clark's championship victory in 1965 inspires new Lotus Emira special edition Lotus honours legendary racing driver Jim Clark with exclusive Emira Clark Edition "2" Emira Clark Edition won't be on sale in the US because of import taxes A rightful tribute to one of the best drivers in Formula 1 Celebrating six decades of Jim Clark's unchallenged 1965 Formula 1 drivers' championship victory, Lotus introduces the Emira Clark Edition — a reverence vehicle which pays homage not just to a motorsport hero but also honours Lotus's rich motorsport engineering heritage. Produced in only 60 units worldwide, this limited edition Lotus Emira was unveiled in the glitz of the Miami Grand Prix and captured the hearts of fans and collectors Lotus Emira Clark Edition is a tribute to the golden age of motorsport, created to honour Jim Clark's dominance in Formula 1, IndyCar, and Formula 2 in 1965. The car is derived from the V6-powered Emira and is painted in a racing-inspired yellow and green stripe livery recalling the Lotus Type 38 with which Clark famously dominated the Indianapolis 1965, Jim Clark presented one of the most mythical racing seasons of all time, securing his second Formula 1 World Championship title by claiming six victories in nine outings. Throughout that season, he won the Indianapolis 500 and took more titles in the Formula 2 and Tasman Series — an achievement not very many racing drivers throughout history can claim to have honour of the event, Lotus built a car that captures the spirit of the season. The design of the Emira Clark Edition takes direct inspiration from Clark's iconic race car — the Lotus Type 38 — in its green colour palette, vivid yellow racing stripe, and yellow-finished exhaust tips. A bespoke anodised blue fuel cap adds to the retro to 60 units worldwide for the Emira Clark Edition and hand-finished interior details with race-bred components to acknowledge each vehicle's Emira Clark Edition's red leather, Alcantara on the driver's seat and the black leather and Alcantara on the passenger seat represent the individual personality of every car. The hand-crafted wooden gear knob is one of the interior specifications, a clear reference to the original Lotus Type further enhance its collectability, every car will feature doorsills individually numbered, making it unique as part of this limited, worldwide UK prices unveiled but an official US release not yet announced, Lotus postpones plans to bring the limited edition to US UK customers will pay around $152,651 for the Emira Clark Edition, the vehicle will not be gracing the shelves of American dealerships. The 25% US tariff levied on foreign cars imported into the US has sealed the fate of distribution to the US by making it economically unviable for Lotus, and plans to bring the model to America have been relegated to the back burner for the time read: Mercedes unveiled Brad Pitt's 'F1' film-inspired luxury coupe AMG GT 63 APXGP at Miami GP 2025 The Emira Clark Edition is more than just a celebratory car — it's a contemporary interpretation of Lotus's legendary engineering spirit, combined with the excitement and prestige of Jim Clark's iconic 1965 season. As the company navigates its future, this limited edition reminds fans of the legacy that made Lotus Motorsport's most legendary marque.
Scottish Sun
05-05-2025
- Automotive
- Scottish Sun
Blistering £115k supercar with 170mph top speed and 1960s gear stick unveiled in tribute to Brit racing legend Jim Clark
The car was been released to mark 60 years since Clark's record-breaking 1965 season BRITISH SPEED Blistering £115k supercar with 170mph top speed and 1960s gear stick unveiled in tribute to Brit racing legend Jim Clark A £115,000 supercar capable of clocking speeds of 170mph has been unveiled in tribute to legendary Scots racing driver Jim Clark. Manufacturer Lotus has created the luxury sports vehicle to honour "one of the greatest drivers of all time" in collaboration with the Jim Clark Trust. Advertisement 4 Lotus have unveiled a £115,000 supercar has been unveiled in tribute to legendary Scots racing driver Jim Clark 4 It boasts a Jim Clark signature on the dashboard and Team Lotus detailing on the seats Clark, who drove for Team Lotus, inspired a generation with his courage and skill and his down-to-earth attitude earned him millions of fans around the world. Regarded as one of the finest racing drivers of all time, he won the Formula One World Championship in 1963 and 1965. Also in 1965 he became the only driver to win the F1 title and Indianapolis 500, the biggest racing event in the US, in the same year. Clark's death in a crash at Hockenheim, Germany, in 1968 at the age of 32 stunned the sport and led to new safety measures being put in place. Advertisement The Lotus Emira Clark Edition, which was officially unveiled at the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix on Sunday, is limited to just 60 cars worldwide. The car is based on the Lotus Emira V6 and combines the brand's sporting performance with a stylish tribute to the Scottish racing legend and his Lotus racing cars. It comes finished in Clark Racing Green with a contrasting black roof, silver mirrors and yellow racing stripe, which draws its inspiration from Clark's own Lotus Type 38 with which he won the Indianapolis 500. The Emira Clark Edition also has a 1960s-style wooden gear knob and special commemorative Jim Clark badging featuring Clark's personalised tartan from Lochcarron. Advertisement Additional details complement the interior, including a Jim Clark signature on the dashboard and Team Lotus detailing on the seats. The 3.5-litre car can from 0-62mph is dealt with in 4.2 seconds and has a top speed of 170mph. Marcus Rashford sells Lamborghini supercar for £450,000 and buys incredibly rare £177,000 Audi The car, which is priced at £115,000 in the UK, has been released to mark 60 years since Clark's record-breaking 1965 season. In a statement, Lotus said: "The legacy of Jim Clark and Team Lotus is forever etched into the history of motorsport. Advertisement "This unparalleled success story serves as the inspiration behind the creation of the Lotus Emira Clark Edition - a fitting tribute to a driver whose achievements continue to define excellence and innovation in racing. "With the Emira Clark Edition, Lotus pays tribute to one of the most iconic drivers in the history of motorsport. "The combination of exclusive design and uncompromising performance makes this limited edition a coveted collector's item for car enthusiasts worldwide." Clark, a farmer who was born in Fife village Kilmany but brought up in the Borders, won 25 of his 72 championship grands prix races, starting 33 from pole position. Advertisement The Jim Clark Trust was formed in 2015 and helps run the Jim Clark Motorsport Museum in Duns, Berwickshire, which opened in 2019 following a fundraising campaign. 4 The 3.5-litre car can from 0-62mph is dealt with in 4.2 seconds
The Irish Sun
05-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Irish Sun
Blistering £115k supercar with 170mph top speed and 1960s gear stick unveiled in tribute to Brit racing legend Jim Clark
A £115,000 supercar capable of clocking speeds of 170mph has been unveiled in tribute to legendary Scots racing driver Jim Clark. Manufacturer Lotus has created the luxury sports vehicle to honour "one of the greatest drivers of all time" in collaboration with the Jim Clark Trust. Advertisement 4 Lotus have unveiled a £115,000 supercar has been unveiled in tribute to legendary Scots racing driver Jim Clark 4 It boasts a Jim Clark signature on the dashboard and Team Lotus detailing on the seats Clark, who drove for Team Lotus, inspired a generation with his courage and skill and his down-to-earth attitude earned him millions of fans around the world. Regarded as one of the finest racing drivers of all time, he won the Formula One World Championship in 1963 and 1965. Also in 1965 he became the only driver to win the F1 title and Indianapolis 500, the biggest racing event in the US, in the same year. Clark's death in a crash at Hockenheim, Germany, in 1968 at the age of 32 stunned the sport and led to new safety measures being put in place. Advertisement The Lotus Emira Clark Edition, which was officially unveiled at the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix on Sunday, is limited to just 60 cars worldwide. The car is based on the Lotus Emira V6 and combines the brand's sporting performance with a stylish tribute to the Scottish racing legend and his Lotus racing cars. It comes finished in Clark Racing Green with a contrasting black roof, silver mirrors and yellow racing stripe, which draws its inspiration from Clark's own Lotus Type 38 with which he won the Indianapolis 500. The Emira Clark Edition also has a 1960s-style wooden gear knob and special commemorative Jim Clark badging featuring Clark's personalised tartan from Lochcarron. Advertisement Most read in Motors Additional details complement the interior, including a Jim Clark signature on the dashboard and Team Lotus detailing on the seats. The 3.5-litre car can from 0-62mph is dealt with in 4.2 seconds and has a top speed of 170mph. Marcus Rashford sells Lamborghini supercar for £450,000 and buys incredibly rare £177,000 Audi The car, which is priced at £115,000 in the UK, has been released to mark 60 years since Clark's record-breaking 1965 season. In a statement, Lotus said: "The legacy of Jim Clark and Team Lotus is forever etched into the history of motorsport. Advertisement "This unparalleled success story serves as the inspiration behind the creation of the Lotus Emira Clark Edition - a fitting tribute to a driver whose achievements continue to define excellence and innovation in racing. "With the Emira Clark Edition, Lotus pays tribute to one of the most iconic drivers in the history of motorsport. "The combination of exclusive design and uncompromising performance makes this limited edition a coveted collector's item for car enthusiasts worldwide." Clark, a farmer who was born in Fife village Kilmany but brought up in the Borders, won 25 of his 72 championship grands prix races, starting 33 from pole position. Advertisement The Jim Clark Trust was formed in 2015 and helps run the Jim Clark Motorsport Museum in Duns, Berwickshire, which opened in 2019 following a fundraising campaign. 4 The 3.5-litre car can from 0-62mph is dealt with in 4.2 seconds 4 It comes finished in Clark Racing Green with a contrasting black roof
The Sun
05-05-2025
- Automotive
- The Sun
Blistering £115k supercar with 170mph top speed and 1960s gear stick unveiled in tribute to Brit racing legend Jim Clark
A £115,000 supercar capable of clocking speeds of 170mph has been unveiled in tribute to legendary Scots racing driver Jim Clark. Manufacturer Lotus has created the luxury sports vehicle to honour "one of the greatest drivers of all time" in collaboration with the Jim Clark Trust. 4 4 Clark, who drove for Team Lotus, inspired a generation with his courage and skill and his down-to-earth attitude earned him millions of fans around the world. Regarded as one of the finest racing drivers of all time, he won the Formula One World Championship in 1963 and 1965. Also in 1965 he became the only driver to win the F1 title and Indianapolis 500, the biggest racing event in the US, in the same year. Clark's death in a crash at Hockenheim, Germany, in 1968 at the age of 32 stunned the sport and led to new safety measures being put in place. The Lotus Emira Clark Edition, which was officially unveiled at the Formula 1 Miami Grand Prix on Sunday, is limited to just 60 cars worldwide. The car is based on the Lotus Emira V6 and combines the brand's sporting performance with a stylish tribute to the Scottish racing legend and his Lotus racing cars. It comes finished in Clark Racing Green with a contrasting black roof, silver mirrors and yellow racing stripe, which draws its inspiration from Clark's own Lotus Type 38 with which he won the Indianapolis 500. The Emira Clark Edition also has a 1960s-style wooden gear knob and special commemorative Jim Clark badging featuring Clark's personalised tartan from Lochcarron. Additional details complement the interior, including a Jim Clark signature on the dashboard and Team Lotus detailing on the seats. The 3.5-litre car can from 0-62mph is dealt with in 4.2 seconds and has a top speed of 170mph. The car, which is priced at £115,000 in the UK, has been released to mark 60 years since Clark's record-breaking 1965 season. In a statement, Lotus said: "The legacy of Jim Clark and Team Lotus is forever etched into the history of motorsport. "This unparalleled success story serves as the inspiration behind the creation of the Lotus Emira Clark Edition - a fitting tribute to a driver whose achievements continue to define excellence and innovation in racing. "With the Emira Clark Edition, Lotus pays tribute to one of the most iconic drivers in the history of motorsport. "The combination of exclusive design and uncompromising performance makes this limited edition a coveted collector's item for car enthusiasts worldwide." Clark, a farmer who was born in Fife village Kilmany but brought up in the Borders, won 25 of his 72 championship grands prix races, starting 33 from pole position. The Jim Clark Trust was formed in 2015 and helps run the Jim Clark Motorsport Museum in Duns, Berwickshire, which opened in 2019 following a fundraising campaign. 4 4
