Lotus Elan S4
Overview
| Produced: |
1968-1971, 3000 produced. |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Sports
Coupe |
Lotus launched a legend in 1962, the Lotus Elan. Following on from the previous Elite model the new Elan offered improved handling, performance and had a less fragile feel to its overall design. Below the Elan bonnet sat a twin-cam four cylinder engine which would become a legend in its own right, powering other classic Lotus models including the Cortina sports-saloons.
Initially the Elan came as an open two seater, from 1964 a fixed head coupe was also available, both bodies being constructed from GRP and mounted on a separate chassis. In 1967 a new Elan 2+2 joined the range which offered more comfort in a classic GT format. Both models continued to sell well throughout the late-60's with various model changes (including the Elan Sprint and 2+2 130) and more powerful engines.
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1558cc | S4 DOHC | Lotus (Ford) Twin-cam 1.6 | 82.55mm x 72.746mm | 9.5 |
Drivetrain and Suspension
| Drivetrain | F/R | |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | - | |
| Suspension | Front | - |
| Rear | - | |
Performance
| Top Speed | 0-60 | SQM | MPG | Engine Pwr | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 124mph | 7.6s | 29mpg | 105bhp | SE Version offered better performance and 115bhp |
Brakes
| Front | Rear | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Disc | Disc |
Body
| Type | Seats | Doors | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sports | |||
| Coupe |
Maintainability
| Mechanics | Bodywork |
|---|---|
| * * * * - | * * * * - |
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Valuation
| Poor | Average | Excellent | Last Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| £4000 | £7500 | £12500 | 26-Oct-06 |
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Books | |
 LOTUS ELAN OWNERS WORKSHOP MANUAL 1962-74
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Magazine Back Issues | |
 Practical Classics December 1998 - Featuring Buyers Guide Lotus Elan.
£2.95 |
 Practical Classics November 2005 - Featuring Buyers Guide Lotus Elan 1962 - 1973
£2.95 |
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