The Great Escape

5.4% APR (typical)* for Lotus Elise, Exige and Europa

Most of us are struggling with the winter blues and it's no surprise! The indulgence of Christmas and the promise of a new year are but a distant memory, it's cold - and it has been cold for what feels like an eternity, and there's no quick cure for the stuffy nose and clouded head that heighten the distain of this bleak and miserable season.

We all need to escape the drudgery, take some quality time away from it all and fall in love with life again - we must free the mind to feed the soul and escape the constraints of everyday life! Nothing makes you feel more alive than an adrenaline boost and the freedom of the great outdoors, so what could be better than exploring unknown territories in a real dream machine?

Imagine powering along a lone coastal or mountain road, clear blue skies and glorious, white sunlight. The crisp air rushes through your hair blowing the cobwebs away and the only conversation you need to have is the one with the road.

You'd be forgiven for thinking it sounds too good to be true, but Lotus is in the business of making dreams a reality and has introduced a rate of 5.4% APR (typical)* on Elise, Exige and Europa models. Now, with low monthly payments, owning a Lotus is an affordable and realistic option.

Elise 'S'

Powerful, yet sensual, the Lotus Elise S is the epitome of a true sports car. Engineered to get your heart racing, designed to respond quickly, created to bring a smile to your face. An exceptional driving experience at an attainable cost.

Elise 'R'

Adrenaline-fuelled excitement is the hallmark of the Lotus Elise R. Advanced design provides extraordinarily high power output without sacrificing economy, whilst it's lightweight, agile chassis ensures lightning responses and acceleration.

Elise 'SC'

Supercharged engines have always been recognised for their effortless performance, and the heart of the Elise SC is no exception. The instant power and relentless acceleration provide supercar levels of performance, whilst the aluminium chassis ensures extraordinary agility and safety.

Exige

The Lotus Exige lives and breathes the essence of raw performance. Functional and inspiring design combined with exceptional engineering support the need for pure, serious fun. An extreme coupé with no limits.

Exige 'S'

Characterised by an instantaneous, reactive nature, the Lotus Exige S presents extreme performance at its most addictive. Bold beauty combines explosively with supercharged, boundless energy to create a unique sense of exhilaration. It demands to be driven and rewards you with the purest driving experience available.

Europa S

Charismatic and pragmatic, the Lotus Europa S is ideal for embarking on a new adventure. Presenting effortless cruising and enhanced comfort levels to ensure superior refinement, whilst personifying class, style and flair in motion. No restrictions, no boundaries, truly inspirational.

All Lotus Products

Test drives are available throughout the UK and, for a limited time, participants could qualify for a chance to win one of 10 superb 'Silverstone Challenges'** a supercar track experience featuring the Lotus Exige S at the world famous Silverstone circuit.

ENDS

CO2 Emissions

Elise 'S': CO2 emissions – 196 g/km. Combined fuel consumption – 34 mpg (8.3 l/100km)

Elise 'R': CO2 emissions – 208 g/km. Combined fuel consumption – 32.1 mpg (8.8 l/100km)

Elise 'SC': CO2 emissions – 202 g/km. Combined fuel consumption – 33.23 mpg (8.5 l/100km)

Exige: CO2 emissions – 208 g/km. Combined fuel consumption – 32.1 mpg (8.8 l/100km)

Exige 'S': CO2 emissions – 216 g/km. Combined fuel consumption – 31 mpg (9.1 l/100km)

Europa 'S': CO2 emissions – 220 g/km. Combined fuel consumption – 30.4 mpg (9.3 l/100km)

* Finance

Terms and conditions apply. Credit is available to persons aged 18 years or over, subject to status. Indemnities may be required.

** Competition

1. This free prize draw is open to the individuals sent the marketing literature; or members of the UK public who request a test drive of a new Lotus vehicle at one of our official UK dealers. The prize draw is not open to employees of Lotus Cars Limited, related companies, their families or agents.

2. Entry to the prize draw is dependant upon the person completing a test drive of a new Lotus vehicle at one of our Official UK dealers* and completing the information required on the marketing literature.

3. Test drives are subject to availability. The Official UK Dealer has absolute discretion to refuse to allow an individual to take a test drive. However, anyone declined a test drive will still be entered into the competition.

4. Entrants must hold a full driving licence and meet the insurance requirements of the Official UK Dealer.

5. Only one entry per person. Entrants must be UK residents.

6. Closing date: 30th April 2008.

7. The winner will be drawn at random from all correct entries within six weeks of the closing date and will be notified by post.

8. The winner or any person nominated by the winner as the driver must comply with the Silverstone terms and conditions**.

9. The prize is subject to availability. Lotus Cars Ltd reserves the right to substitute a prize of equivalent or greater value if this is necessary for reasons beyond its control. No cash alternative will be offered for the prize.

10. The winner is responsible for arranging a date and time with Silverstone Circuits Limited. The prize voucher is valid until 5th May 2009.

11. Lotus Cars Limited's decision is final and no correspondence will be entered into. Entries that do not comply in full with these rules may be disqualified.

12. The winner may be required to participate in any publicity accompanying or resulting from this prize draw.

13. Entry into the draw will be deemed to constitute acceptance of these terms and conditions.

* For a list of Official UK Dealers please refer to www.grouplotus.com/car or telephone 01953 608 000

** For details of the Silverstone terms and conditions please refer to www.silverstone.co.uk or telephone 08704 588 270