1970 Lotus Elan S4 FHC Race Car

This Lotus Elan S4 FHC competed in the 2010-2012 Swinging Sixties Classic Sports car series finishing second in class during the 2011 season and beating many larger cars.

It is offered complete with racing history and receipts dating back to 2008. It's estimated that as much as £42,000 has been spent building this car, not including some 300 hours of labour.

This car was originally a 1970 Series 4 Elan but built for the Classic Sports Car race series with many 26R components including; engine to full FIA specification 1600cc Lotus twin cam (John Smirthwaite 173 bhp at 7750rpm) with DCOE 45s. The car is built on a new Tony Thompson 26R chassis with many other recommended Tony Thompson components. A Trans-X close ratio box with magnesium casing, all aluminium drive line casings with limited slip diff and TTR outputs and a 3.9 final ratio. TTR oversize front shocks (adjustable) and Koni rear (adjustable) are also fitted. A Safety Devices full cage, Girling AR1 26R front brakes and rear Billet Hi-Spec calipers, Magnesium alloy 26R wheels, foam filled fuel cell, Lexan side and rear windows etc.

Previously sold by Silverstone Auctions for a sum close to £30,000, the then buyer had anticipated racing it independently but actually ended up sharing another race car with a friend. As such, this car is reluctantly re-offered for sale as its simply too good not to be used. Great fun to drive and offering brilliant performance, this bright yellow Elan is offered for sale ready to race, and viewing is highly recommended.