Lotus Elan Ultimate Portfolio 1962-74

The Elan was always built on a backbone-type chassis, to which was added a GRP body shell, which was strong enough to pass the tests demanded by the new US regulations in 1968. It has all-round disc brakes and the famous 1558cc twin-cam Lotus engine in various states of tune. The original S1 introduced in 1962 lasted until 1964. The S2 had bigger front brakes and centre-lock wheels. The S3 from 1966 had electric windows and a close-ration gearbox option. This series also brought the SE model with more power. The S4 came in 1968 with wider wheel arches. The 128bhp Sprint came in 1971. This is a book of contemporary road and comparison tests, technical and specification data, new model introductions, driver s impressions, racing, history. Models covered include:- Series 1, 2, 3, 4 & S4 Sprint, Plus2, Plus 2S. 216 pages, 400 bw & 25 colour illus. Soft Bound.