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Asking price

£59,950

Dealer

1963 Lotus Elan S1 with period race history

  • Right Hand Drive
  • Manual, 4 speed
  • Petrol
  • 1600cc
  • 1963
  • DSA522A
  • Red
  • Dealer
  • GB
    Heyshott, Midhurst, United Kingdom

Description

An early Bourne-bodied car – and one of the first to go to Australia – 0202’s first owner was Bill Gates, radio presenter, pop group manager and handy weekend racer, who competed in it with considerable success, before doing something similar in a 26R. The car was later restored after a period off the road, and, more recently, came to the UK. A pair of hefty files covers its race history – including a win at Surfers Paradise – and subsequent restoration.

The car is on its original chassis with a Craig Beck twin-cam in fast road tune, a close-ratio gearbox, a longer diff and solid driveshafts. The original soft top and steering wheel are present. We have been through the car with Nick Adams at Historic Racing Services, attended to a number of details and made further improvements. Cars that combine period race history yet retain originality are rare. A lovely thing to leave in the competitor’s car park.

Vehicle background

Has the vehicle ever been imported?

Yes

Is there any outstanding finance?

No

Has the vehicle ever been declared a total loss?

No

Has there ever been any major structural issues which needed work?

Yes

Dealer

2 listings since 2025

Vehicle location

Heyshott, Midhurst, West Sussex, United Kingdom
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Advert Details

Advert type:
For Sale
Category:
Classic Cars
Reference number:
C1997193
Listed on:
09/01/2026
Make:
Lotus
Model:
Elan
Year:
1963
Colour:
Red
Seller type:
Dealer

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