Looking quite sad in primer and with a trashed interior, this 1978 Lotus Esprit is purported to be one of only a hundred or so “Champions”, or “Commemorative” editions made. The name signifies the company’s success in the 1978… more»
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Mar 17, 2018 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Garaged For Years: 1974 Lotus Elite 501 Type 75
The original Lotus Elite, the Type 14, are highly collectible and desirable cars today. The revived Elite, such as this 1974 Lotus Elite 501 Type 75 is maybe more unique than it is lusted after, at least by the… more»
Jan 3, 2018 • For Sale • 6 Comments
503 Specification: 1978 Lotus Elite
This is the third interesting Lotus I’ve written up over the last few weeks, preceded by an Eclat and an Excel. Although the Excel was my favorite, I am finding these kammback-style four-seaters increasingly endearing. This project-grade 1978 Lotus… more»
Dec 29, 2017 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Perfect Balance: 1986 Lotus Excel
We occassionally see the Lotus Eclat on these pages (or Sprint, depending on your naming preference) but the later Excel is a bit harder to find. This example, submitted by Barn Finds reader Bryan Bittner, is for sale somewhere in… more»
Nov 23, 2017 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Sitting for 20 Years: 1977 Lotus Eclat
Vintage Lotus cars rarely fail to disappoint on the Gee-I-haven’t-seen-one-of-those-lately meter, and this 1977 Lotus Eclat Sprint is no exception. Known more commonly as a Sprint due to some branding issues around the Eclat nameplate, this car has been… more»
Oct 13, 2017 • Uncategorized • 14 Comments
Daydreaming: 1977 Lotus Esprit S1 Project
Taking over someone else’s stalled project is always a risky move, but if too much hasn’t been done yet, it’s fun to daydream about the directions you could take it in. That’s where I find myself with this 1977… more»
Jul 12, 2017 • For Sale • 25 Comments
1974 Lotus Elite: This One’s A Surprise!
The mid 1970s Lotus Elite has generally been an unloved classic, probably due both to Lotus legendary poor build quality (at the time) and its polarizing styling. Actually, it might not even be polarizing as I’ve never really heard… more»
May 25, 2017 • Exclusives For Sale • 9 Comments
EXCLUSIVE: 1973 Lotus Europa
Seller Description: 1973 Big Valve Twin Cam project. Engine is free but I have not tried to start it. Doors don’t sag, chrome is excellent, twin tanks, seems complete. Windshield is delaminated from body on drivers side, paint is… more»
May 25, 2017 • Exclusives For Sale • 9 Comments
EXCLUSIVE: 1970 Lotus Europa Project
Seller Description: Needs restored, has been partially prepped for auto crossing. Comes with spare head for the Renualt engine. Has DCOE Weber carb, header & custom exhaust. 8″ wide rims with BFG tires. No engine cover, sorry. My girlfriend… more»
Mar 23, 2017 • For Sale • 32 Comments
Stupid Fast: 1963 Lotus Seven Twin Cam
As some of you are aware, I’m the proud owner of a Blakely Hawk (it wants to be a Lotus Seven), but I’ve had a hard time deciding what exactly to do with it. Well, that was until I saw… more»
Mar 4, 2017 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Comes With History: 1966 Lotus Elan Coupe
Even if this were a non-historic 1966 Lotus Elan coupe being offered here on eBay at no reserve (!) it would be quite special. However, this car has a decorated competition history, comes with much of that history and… more»
Jan 28, 2017 • For Sale • 21 Comments
You Donated What?! Charitable Copart Classics
It’s been a while since we visited Copart’s classic selections, and I tend to like to add the “Donation” filter just to see what people have let go of that one of us might have snatched up. I understand… more»
Nov 11, 2016 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Green Beauty: 1969 Lotus Elan +2
One of my favorite automotive shapes of all time is the Lotus Elan +2. Most folks prefer the regular Elan, which is a convertible, but I love the lithe shape of the coupe. This beautiful example can be found… more»
Nov 11, 2016 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Time to Bloom? 1974 Lotus Elite 502
When the Elite was introduced in 1974 it was the most expensive 4 cylinder car on the planet. It’s fiberglass bodied with a steel chassis. The 501 was the base car, the 502 added AC and it the one… more»
Nov 1, 2016 • For Sale • 28 Comments
Only 511: 1976 Jensen GT
With low production numbers, and a lotus engine, these Jensen GT’s are a rare and unique sight to see. Similar to the Jensen-Healey convertible that some of us are familiar with seeing, the only real difference between the two… more»
Oct 28, 2016 • For Sale • 5 Comments
Needs a Twin Cam: 1966 Cortina GT
A few cars have popped up recently on craigslist in the rural township of Washington, Maine. They all seem to share the same garage space and are in need of restoration, but more interesting examples like this 1966 Cortina… more»
