In the early 1960s, Colin Chapman was riding high on successes in Formula racing. But his road-going car, the Elite, struggled in the market, putting Lotus in a precarious financial position. The Elite, while lovely, was fragile and demanded… more»
Elan
Oct 12, 2022 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Right-Hand Drive 1967 Lotus Elan S3 SE Coupe
Lotus cars are coming out of the woodwork these days, as Barn Finds has featured several lately. These British sports cars were mostly fiberglass with mostly useful engines producing almost enough power. From the early Elite to the later… more»
Aug 6, 2022 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Untouched Find: 1970 Lotus Elan Plus 2
In the era of increased safety, large EVs, and complex hybrid cars, there was a time when lightness was key for several manufacturers. Especially for those in the UK and Europe where ‘specials’ were built in the simplest way,… more»
Jul 27, 2022 • For Sale • 21 Comments
Chasing the Magic: 1969 Lotus Elan
When Colin Chapman designed and built the Lotus Elan it was doubtful that he understood just how legendary these cars would become. While not especially fast in a straight line, the handling was described as otherworldly. While many people… more»
Jul 14, 2022 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Add Lightness: 1971 Lotus Elan +2S 130
I am not generally a fan of yellow cars, but on a Lotus, it just looks so right. Case in point: this 1971 Elan +2S 130 located in Bellingham, Massachusetts. This incredible specimen is listed here on eBay; at… more»
Jan 3, 2022 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Turbocharged!? 1965 Lotus Elan Coupe
As a huge Lotus fan, when reader Chris C’s collection of cars crossed my desk, I knew I had to do a feature on his Elan. He also submitted his Europas, which you can find here in the BF… more»
Sep 21, 2021 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Some Assembly Required: 1972 Lotus Elan +2S 130
The Lotus Elan is a sports car that seems to embody all the things that Britain wanted in the sixties: freedom, speed, fun, and a break from tradition. When the producers of The Avengers wanted to signify that Emma… more»
May 26, 2021 • For Sale • 13 Comments
Low Mile Survivor: 1973 Lotus Elan
Is the Miata too big and reliable for your taste? Would you prefer to have a toolbag with you at all times and get to know the stereotype of English engineering? Do you want to have better steering than… more»
May 21, 2020 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Cheap 1967 Lotus Elan Project
We appreciate Robert Thomas bringing this lightweight 1967 Lotus Elan to our attention. The car is located in El Cajon, California and can be seen here on craigslist. Since the car is a roller and will need a complete… more»
Dec 28, 2019 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Rare Right-Hand Drive: 1967 Lotus Elan
There is some truth to the saying that, “The British car business ain’t what it used to be!” And that is true as so many great British marques are either completely gone or owned by foreign entities. One exception… more»
Oct 12, 2019 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Agony and Ecstasy: 1966 Lotus Elan
The Lotus Elan is a study in contrasts. Built as the first Lotus designed exclusively for public roads, the car has attracted a following far in excess of its production numbers. Enthusiasts and writers wax poetically about its other… more»
Aug 20, 2019 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Competition Classic: 1966 Lotus Elan Fixed-Head Coupe
This 1966 Lotus Elan Fixed-Head Coupe is an unusual car because it has led a life of competition since new, but its original engine has managed to survive the rigors of racing. It retired from racing in the 1980s… more»
Aug 19, 2019 • For Sale • 7 Comments
Rare Brit: 1971 Lotus Elan +2 Coupe
For many people, the words “Lotus Elan” evoke images of a classic British 2-seater convertible sports car. One of the more unusual and rarer versions of the Elan was the +2 Fixed-Head Coupe, which was first released in 1967…. more»
Jul 16, 2019 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Miata Swap? 1971 Lotus Elan Project
The owner of this 1971 Lotus Elan S4 floats a potential pathway that the next owner might choose to follow with the car, and it is a path that might make a lot of sense. With the original engine… more»
Mar 28, 2019 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Miata Fighter: 1990 Lotus Elan M100
While it is very different from the original Elan, the fascinating Lotus Elan M100 is an impressive feat in engineering and development. This 1990 Lotus Elan that Barn Finds reader Roger found here on Craigslist is a quality example… more»
Mar 17, 2019 • For Sale • 4 Comments
More Info Please: 1966 Lotus Elan S2
When you’re an enthusiast, it can be dead easy to keep buying project cars until the day finally arrives when you realize that you now have more cars than available space and that something has to go. This is… more»
