Beschreibung
Charterhouse Auctioneers are pleased to offer this lot in their classic car auction on Sunday 11th February at the Royal Bath & West Showground, Shepton Mallet BA4 6QN, in conjunction with the Great Western Classic Car Show.
The auction starts at 12 noon. Viewing on Saturday 10th February 9am until 5pm and on the morning of the sale from 9am.
Live bidding available through our website
Lot 105
A 1969 Lotus Elan Plus 2 S, registration number YWE 600G, maroon and silver. The Lotus Plus 2 was the start of Colin Chapman's up market push to distance his cars away from the kit car image they had and was the first Lotus not to be offered in kit form. Based on the successful Elan, the Plus 2 had a longer chassis which allowed the fitting of occasional rear seats. The model had several improvements over its production run including increases in power and finally the fitting of a five speed gearbox. The example we have the pleasure in offering for auction has been in storage since its last MOT expired in 2012. The car has benefited from a replacement Spider chassis and suspension undertaken by a previous owner. In the current ownership the engine has recently just been rebuilt (will require running in), with new valves, guides, seats, oil pump, rings, timing chain, gaskets, etc. The Weber twin carburettors have been rebuilt, the clutch has been replaced and the brakes have been overhauled. The Lotus also benefits from a stainless steel exhaust. We are advised that the interior would benefit from some attention to the upholstery and the exterior paint work is presentable but would benefit from a respray. This Lotus now offers an excellent opportunity to acquire a true classic with room for improvement when time and funds allow. V5C, no MOT S
£9000-10000 + 13. 2% Buyers premium (including 20% VAT)
For more information on this lot, please contact Matthew Whitney at our salerooms or via email using the button below
