Vehicle Description
The Lotus Elan was Britain's preeminent 1960's sports car. The
genius that was Colin Chapman, aided by a talented small team of
designers, notably Ron Hickman, had conceived the Elan in 1962 as a
replacement for the Elite. The imaginatively designed backbone
chassis, brilliant suspension and sparkling twin cam engine, allied
to a pretty body, combined to make a winning car, successful not
only amongst the discerning motoring public, but also on the
track.
The Elan Sprint was the last version marketed, between 1971 and
1973, following the Series 1, 2, 3 and 4. Essentially, the Sprint
was an up rated S4, fitted with a more powerful big valve 126 BHP
version of the Lotus twin cam engine.
Recently acquired by JD Classics this early Elan Sprint�DHC in
Lotus Yellow and white has been fully restored to Factory original
specification with full Numbers Matching.
A new-old stock steel backbone chassis was used during restoration
by a well-known specialist. The popular �Mick Miller' CV Joint
Driveshaft conversion has been fitted as well as new-old stock
headlamp vacuum pods and electric window motors.
The Elan has been in previous long term ownership from 1974 to 2012
and has a history file that includes correspondence with the
Factory archivist confirming the Elan as a Sprint.
A superb example of a true classic British sports car in newly
restored condition.
Due for completion early 2018. Picture of a similar Elan Sprint in
Lotus Yellow and white previously supplied by ourselves. Please
contact us for further details.�����������
