▪ Fully restored throughout

 ▪ Electronic ignition

 ▪ Twin cam engine

Lotus produced the two seater Elan to an audience that perceived it as the perfect sports car, in a bid to bring in a wider audience in 1967 they introduced the +2 version, a sports coupe that could accommodate for people. 

Only a few thousand were built over an eight year period, it had the same dynamic driving style with that punch 1600cc engine that produced 118bhp in a  fibre glass body. This particular example has had a complete restoration throughout, including an overhaul of the mechanics as well.

 ▪ Some MOTS present and Lotus technical information

 ▪ Complete restoration 

 ▪ Classic car restorer owned

The owner has had the Elan in possession for fifteen years, the car has over that period had a complete restoration, as they own a classic car bodyshop the car has always been an ongoing project. This year the car was completed and is a prime example of the elegant looking +2, finished off with a silver roof to contrast the deep black paintwork it sets off the cars sleek lines.

The car will come with a years MOT and a file of extensive paperwork, magazines and manuals. The car does not have any service history to speak of as the work has been carried out in house, this included a engine rebuild and a recent cylinder head overhaul. 

 ▪ 4 speed manual gearbox

 ▪ fully retrimmed interior

The cars interior is in excellent condition throughout, the walnut dashboard sets off well with the black leather seats and all carpets are in very good order. Door sills are clean and all switchgear is operational.

Bothe door cards are as you would expect like new and windows operate smoothly. The car has had very little use since it has been fully restored so no signs of any wear can be seen under the carpets, headlining is in good condition and the car comes with a spare wheel in good condition. 

 ▪ Full repaint in 2 pack black and silver

 ▪ Converted to electric pop up headlights

With a comprehensive full body off restoration and a new galvanised chassis the car looks resplendent, especially with the silver roof contrasting well against the original deep black colour. The car has also had the iconic pop up headlights converted to electric, they certainly give the car a distinctive look.

All wheels are today and free of any marks, the tyres have had very little use so in excellent condition. All chrome work is clean and shows no signs of any marks at all, this extends to door handles, window surrounds and headlight casings.

The only notable area which is due to the delicacy and nature of the fibre glass panels is on the bonnet, a minor indent can be seen but only evident in a certain light.

 ▪ Engine rebuilt during restoration

 ▪ Webers carburettors

 ▪ Electronic ignition

With an extensive overhaul of the cars mechanics everything runs smoothly, with a recent cylinder head overhaul, Weber carburettors totally rebuilt to a new standard, electric ignition and a boot mounted battery cut off switch the owner has given the car some modern elements to make it a more pleasurable driving experience. 

With a fresh MOT on the car it is ready to enjoy for the next owner. 

The cars extensive overhaul has been completed to a very high standard, Lotus are renowned for there dynamic sports cars and this 1960’s coupe with practicality, great looks and fully restored is the opportunity for the next owner to experience one of Norfolk’s finest!