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- 1967 Lotus Elan S3 Special Equipment FHC
1967 Lotus Elan S3 Special Equipment FHC
Lot Number: 556
1967 Lotus Elan S3 Special Equipment FHC
Elan by name, Elan by nature. A very smartáS3.
- Sold for: £30,375
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 21st July, 2018 at 2.00pm BST at The Wing, Silverstone Circuit, NN12 8TN
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BODY COLOUR
Carnival Red -
DRIVE
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REG NUMBER
JVJ190E
SUMMARY
Elan by name, Elan by nature. A very smartáS3.
DESCRIPTION
'Special Equipment'; more power, servo assisted brakes, leather covered wheel, knock-on wheels, electric windows Comprehensive restoration seven thousand miles ago included a new Lotus Heritage galvanised chassis High-torque starter motor, alloy radiator and fuel tank, and a stainless steel exhaust The lovely, UK-supplied Lotus Elan S3 offered here is finished in Carnival Red with a black interior and is a timeless testament to Colin Chapman's innovative design. Fully restored some seven thousand miles ago, this Special Equipment coupe features the signature Lotus TwinCam engine with green cam covers and a close-ratio gearbox. The 'Special Equipment' has a bit more power (118bhp) and is fitted with servo assisted brakes, safety belts, a leather covered steering wheel, knock-on wheels with chrome embellishers, a carpeted boot interior, electric windows, and Special Equipment badges. The comprehensive restoration included a new Lotus Heritage galvanised chassis and the impressive history file contains details of the extensive nature of the restoration and the use of correct parts. A simple inspection is all that needed to see the quality of the work carried out. Upgrades at the time included a high-torque starter motor, alloy radiator and fuel tank, and a stainless steel exhaust. The look is complete with Lotus knock-on wheels. Contained in the history file is an original Lotus Elan Sales Brochure and evidence of approximately seven thousand pounds of bills in the last four years to maintain this Elan in the best possible condition. The Elan's MoT is valid until June 2019Still 'wowing' today, this stunning Elan could grace any event or just be enjoyed as Chapman envisaged as a fast, cross-country masterpiece of efficienc y.
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 556
- Make
- LOTUS
- Model
- ELAN S3 SE
- Registration Number
- JVJ190E
- Chassis Number
- 366651
- Engine Number
- LPLBA6651
- Body Colour
- Carnival Red
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Lionel Abbott
- Car Specialist
- 07831 574381
- lionel@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Lionel.
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