Description
This Truly Stunning Elan received a Total Restoration from a Brand New Galvanised Lotus Chassis upwards.
The engine was rebuilt incorporating Sprint Cams etc.
This initial Full restoration was carried out by the cars 2nd owner over a 4 year period & was completed in 2000 & has only covered approximately 16, 000 miles since.
It was then sold to the 3rd owner in 2003.
During 2015/ 2016 the paint had a refresh & was stripped for a full back to Gelcoat re paint at great expense. There is a photographic record of this in the file. The quality of this work was carried out to a very high standard which is evident in the fit of the doors. Certainly the best I have seen on any Elan. The mileage since this work was completed in 2016 until now is only approximately 4, 000 miles but has had regular use in my ownership since 2023 ( the MOT history will show this ).
The finish of the paint is still as good now & the photos show a true picture of the cars condition ( they always look better in a photo ad but these really are true to life).
Due to the car standing unused for long periods of time through the years prior to my ownership many gaskets & oil seals etc dried out & deteriorated.
During 2023/ 24, I (the 4th owner) have fully re commissioned it & replaced items too numerous to state in this advert but include:
An Engine Strip & reassemble using better quality modern Composite Gaskets & Double Lip Oil Seals etc,
I also replaced the Water Pump as a sensible precaution.
Cooling is by a new Full Width Coolex Aluminium Radiator & Electric Fan (original Rad & Electric Fan with the car).
I also replaced all the Heater Hoses & fitted an improved Thermostat Housing & higher filler point to eliminate any air locks.
The brakes have new front Discs & Pads, all new Stainless Braided Hoses, Handbrake Cable & new Master Cylinder.
The Clutch Master Cylinder & Slave Cylinders are also new.
I replaced the old Ignition unit with a new Aldon Ignitor unit along with new Magnecor Silicone Leads, Rotor, Distributor Cap, Coil & Plugs etc.
There is also an additional 12volt Power Socket & USB Sockets fitted discreetly out of sight and a Battery Cut Out switch fitted.
It has also been upgraded and had the Dynamo replaced with an Alternator for charging.
I replaced various Suspension Bushes including all new Rear A Frames.
The rubber Doughnut couplings have been replaced with Uprated Solid Driveshafts.
All Oils, Fluids & Filters have recently been changed.
The boot has new boards and carpet dividing off the battery area making it a much tidier & cleaner area to put any luggage.
A Fire Extinguisher is fitted under the front of the passenger seat.
The original Vinyl seats were re covered in Leather by a previous owner and are in very good condition. The Colin Chapman signed steering wheel is still present.
Slightly wider Lotus Steel Wheels are fitted which in my opinion look better & fill the arches nicely.
The car really does look stunning & has to be seen to be appreciated.
It drives superbly as an Elan should & is as good as the photos show it to be. Anywhere we go it always receives great compliments at classic shows or wherever it might be parked.
Although exempt by law it does have a New MOT until April 16th 2026 .
It starts instantly, is Serviced & ready to go.
A large & interesting History File accompanies the car with Photo Albums of the Detailed Restoration and the more recent Strip & Re Paint.
The car can be viewed, road tested & given any examination whatsoever over an inspection pit at my home ( with Tea or Coffee provided )!
I have a written Club Lotus Valuation when I bought the car of £37, 500. This was Before any of my work was carried out and could now easily be increased considerably if so required.
I now need a more practical classic with 2+2 or 4 seats & could p/ ex with cash either way up or down for the right car, try me ! Any Offers invited ?
