Highlights

Galvanised replacement chassis reportedly fitted during the 1990s
White over black colour scheme with wood interior inlays
Said to run well and be very usable
Currently unregistered; vendor prepared to assist with UK DVLA registration
Approximate shipping costs to the UK (will vary depending on shipping company used and vehicle value): £1500 and additional costs may be incurred. For more information, please contact sam.neill@carandclassic.com

The Appeal

The Lotus Elan S3 Fixed-Head Coupe is one of the most celebrated lightweight sports cars of the 1960s. Colin Chapman's combination of a fibreglass body on a steel backbone chassis, paired with the eager Lotus Twin-Cam engine, created a car that defined handling excellence for a generation. The Type 36 coupe variant brought a sleek hardtop profile along with improved weather protection and added rigidity.

This 1968 example presents in white over a black interior with wood inlays. The vendor describes it as a neat, presentable example that appears correct in every area. Prospective buyers should be aware that the vehicle currently has no active registration, and the vendor is prepared to assist with UK DVLA registration via a Heritage Certificate or letter from the manufacturer.

Key Information

Mileage: 94,493 miles (indicated)
Country of registration: currently unregistered; previously registered in South Africa
Technical inspection status: no current inspection
Technical specs: 1,558cc Lotus Twin-Cam inline-four petrol, four-speed manual gearbox
Paperwork: Registration papers currently cancelled; vendor prepared to assist with UK DVLA registration via Heritage Certificate or manufacturer's letter

The Detail

Chassis no: 36/5654
Engine no: LB 5850 LBA
Galvanised replacement chassis (LR 1737) reportedly fitted during the 1990s
Independent suspension with double wishbones at the front and Chapman struts at the rear
Four-wheel disc brakes
Electric windows
Registration was cancelled by the previous owner around 2015 to avoid licence fees
The vendor is actively working to resolve paperwork and is prepared to assist a UK-based buyer with DVLA registration

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