LOTUS ELITE
2-seater coupè.
Splendid unitary glass-fibre coupè with Coventry-Climax engine and Chapman struts at the rear, giving the usual Lotus combination of mph, mpg, and less-than-civilised transportation; first production models 1959. Series II (revised rear suspension, better trim) and 85bhp SE model with close-ratio ZF 'box both introduced 1960. Same year's Super 95, Super 100 and Super 105 have tuned engines.
Technical Specifications
- Engine:
- 1216cc (S4 OC)
- Configuration:
- Front engine, rear-wheel drive
- Production dates:
- 1957 to 1963
- Number produced:
- est 1029
