Drivetrain
Chassis
Body
1961 Lotus Elite SE S2 Right-Hand-Drive with ZF Full Synchro Gearbox
For sale: A highly desirable 1961 Lotus Elite SE Series 2, an exceptional example of British automotive engineering. This rare classic is powered by a freshly rebuilt 1,216 cc Coventry Climax FWE four-cylinder engine with a 5-bearing single overhead cam. Power is transferred through the sought-after German ZF full synchro 4-speed gearbox. Enhanced with twin Weber 40 DCOE carburetors and equipped with dual Heuer Trackstar dash timers, this right-hand drive Elite offers a truly engaging driving experience. This car was fully restored in the UK before being imported to Canada, and is now titles in the US . As the first production car with a fiberglass monocoque body, this Elite boasts a prestigious history, having attended Goodwood, Cobble Beach, and Amelia Island events. With only around 1,030 units produced between 1958 and 1963, this Elite SE Series 2 is a rare and coveted collector's item.
$134,900
Estimated Payment
$1,202/MO
Based on 20% down over 90 months
1961 Lotus
Elite
$134,900
Estimated Payment
$1,202/MO
Based on 20% down over 90 months
Description
For sale: A highly desirable 1961 Lotus Elite SE Series 2, an exceptional example of British automotive engineering. This rare classic is powered by a freshly rebuilt 1,216 cc Coventry Climax FWE four-cylinder engine with a 5-bearing single overhead cam. Power is transferred through the sought-after German ZF full synchro 4-speed gearbox. Enhanced with twin Weber 40 DCOE carburetors and equipped with dual Heuer Trackstar dash timers, this right-hand drive Elite offers a truly engaging driving experience. This car was fully restored in the UK before being imported to Canada, and is now titles in the US . As the first production car with a fiberglass monocoque body, this Elite boasts a prestigious history, having attended Goodwood, Cobble Beach, and Amelia Island events. With only around 1,030 units produced between 1958 and 1963, this Elite SE Series 2 is a rare and coveted collector's item.
Specs
- Year
- 1961
- Make
- Lotus
- Model
- Elite
- Miles
- 4,847
- Vin
- EB1845
- Stock
- 813525
Basic
- Engine Size
- 1.2L Inline 4
- Transmission Type
- ZF 4Speed Manual
Engine
- Body Color
- Burgundy
Body
- Interior Color
- Tan
Interior
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