Lotus Global Bodyshop Program

[Bibs]

The first company appointed as a 'Lotus Approved Bodyshop' are Chaplane Colchester.

https://www.thelotusforums.com/latest-news/our-news/chaplane-colchester-receive-lotus-approved-bodyshop-status/

[Akajak]

have to say that they did a great job on a Porsche I had

[Bibs]

XL Motors are delighted to be one of the first awarded with the new Lotus Bodyshop Approval. Demonstrating continued commitment to Manufacturer standards of repair, ensuring exceptional quality and outstanding customer satisfaction within the Industry.

Rob Ally, Managing Director says, “ We are delighted to receive Lotus Approval, receiving this approval is testament to the team’s dynamic commitment to a prestigious brand vision. I’d like to thank Steve Plunkett Lotus Cars Global Bodyshop Program Manager for his support throughout the approval process.

David Lloyd, Operations Manager says, “ The futures positive seeing Lotus’s growth plans for product launch in the UK market and to be one of the first approved is extremely exciting.

https://www.xlarc.co.uk/

[Bibs]

Steer Prestige, Farnham (South) has been awarded Lotus Approved Bodyshop approval.

Darren Doubtfire (Divisional Director) said, “We are really proud to be able to continue our long association with Lotus, we have been working with the team at Lotus Surrey for a long time and have developed a very good working relationship. It’s a very exciting time to be working with the brand and we are delighted to be one of the twelve Lotus Approved Bodyshops on the new Lotus Bodyshop Program. 2024 promises to be a very exciting year for us all”.

Maxine Ayling (Marketing & Events Co-ordinator at Lotus Surrey), added “We are thrilled that Darren and the team at Steer will be continuing their Lotus journey with us. We have built a strong relationship and have a shared commitment in delivering exceptional customer experience.”

https://www.steer.co.uk/prestige-bodyshops

Photo L to R, Darren Doubtfire, Maxine Ayling and Steve Plunkett (Lotus Cars Global Bodyshop Program Manager).

[C8RKH]

Sorry if not in right place but this has to be great news for Exige owners with front clam damage.

https://www.facebook.com/100050273567958/posts/pfbid0BedsqrSAcPzNEc2EMxs2cWpeNRoxWUBLe2BgKwvLjS5EA6oHBnEip65SiysAuX83l/

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[Bibs]

Summers Motors appointed as a Lotus Approved Bodyshop.

“As Lotus vehicles become more technically advanced and complex to repair, it’s never been more important to be able to repair them correctly and safely, following the brands repair methods. Which is why we are delighted to announce that we have been appointed as Caffyns Lotus Approved Bodyshop, we will be covering Kent and Sussex for the brand. We are really looking forward to building a strong working relationship with both Dealerships as well as with the Lotus car owners”.  

Ian Summers – Director Summers Accident Repair Centre

"Caffyns Lotus are thrilled to welcome Summers Motors as our Approved Lotus Bodyshop serving our market area of representation. Their extensive expertise is an invaluable asset to our business, and we eagerly anticipate nurturing a strong partnership with them to better serve our customers."

Joe Holman - General Sales Manager

[hedgerley]

@Bibs do you have visibility on their pipeline of appointments? Wondering if there is anyone in Scotland pitching for it. I'm planning a major refurb and will need some paint defects addressing, maybe a full respray.

[Bibs]

Will check for you 👍

[Bibs]

Try Stephen Chapman (no relation I'm sure!) at Parks Bodyshop - 1 Braeview Place, Nerston, East Kilbride, G74 3XH

[C8RKH]

@hedgerley the "go to" place for many (Craig Moncrieff uses them) with specialist cars is Protek in Bathgate. They have worked on numerous Lotus cars so will have the experience re our composite bodies etc. They regularly do work for the Lamborghini, Ferrari, and Porsche dealerships too. They have an excellent reputation.

Also might work speaking to John Walsh ( @johnpwalsh ) who through Lotus Rescue has had many esprits fully repainted and "touched up"!

[johnpwalsh]

Thanks for the mention Andy. So far I have 4 full resprays booked in for this year. Esprit S2, Esprit S4, Excel SE and an Eclat. Just completed and S1 Esprit, Elan 130+2, Excel SE.

[C8RKH]

Do you do them yourself John?

[Bibs]

https://www.sjcurtis.co.uk/

SJ Curtis ARC Bristol – Lotus Approved Bodyshop

Rybrook Lotus Bristol is delighted to announce that our Bodyshop partner S J Curtis has successfully obtained Lotus Bodyshop approval. This accomplishment signifies their dedication to precision, attention to detail, and commitment to excellence which align seamlessly with our core values.

 

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With S J Curtis now Lotus approved, our customers can trust in their expertise to deliver the highest standards of repair and care for their cherished vehicles. Together, we look forward to continuing to exceed expectations and provide exceptional service for all our Lotus customers.

 Darren Ferguson, (Rybrook) Lotus Bristol 

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S J Curtis is very pleased to announce our success in achieving Lotus Bodyshop Approval. This milestone reflects our unwavering commitment to excellence and quality.

 This accolade is a testament to the hard work and commitment of our entire team, and we would like to extend our deepest thanks to everyone who has been part of this journey.

 We look forward to working with the iconic Lotus brand and supporting our dealership partner Rybrook Lotus Bristol.

 

 Richard Curtis (Director) SJ Curtis ARC

[Bazza 907]

@Bibs Do you think any of these newly appointed bodyshops would like to try to repaint a 291k mile Lotus Elan M100 as a practice project?

Happy to supply one if there are any takers 😃

[ChrisJ]

Good idea - My 125k mile Lotus Excel needs a repaint as well, so if they are queuing up to do one