Lotus Eclat S1
Overview
| Produced: |
1975-1985, 1522 produced. |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Coupe,2 doors,4 seats |
The Eclat, which was launched in October 1975 at the London Motor Show, was in reality an Elite S1 with a "normal" rear end. There was still, space for four persons provided those in the back were not taller than 4ft 7 in (140 cm). The car was otherwise identical to the Elite S1 and had the same power unit.
Source: Motorbase
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2174cc | S4 DOHC | |||
| Lotus 900 SeriesTwin Cam |
Drivetrain and Suspension
| Drivetrain | Steering | Front Suspension | Rear Suspension |
|---|---|---|---|
Performance
| Top Speed | 0-60 | SQM | MPG | Engine Pwr | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 129 mph | 7.8 s | 21 mpg | 160 bhp |
Auction Sales History
| Lot Num |
Description | Auctioneer | Date | Hammer Price | Hammer Price (inc premium) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 40 | 1977 Lotus Eclat Coupé | Bonhams | 28 May 2006 | £1100.00 | £1350.00 |
| 201 | 1982 Lotus Eclat 2.2 | Coys | 14 Jan 2006 | Not sold | |
| 27 | Lotus ECLAT Série II 2.2 L | Artcurial - Briest - Poulain Le Fur | 13 Dec 2004 | - | €10772.00 |
| 47 | Lotus Eclat 522 | H&H Sales Limited | 8 Dec 2004 | Not sold | |
| 401 | Lotus Eclat 2.2 Litre | Coys | 30 Oct 2004 | Not sold | |
| 404 | Lotus Eclat 2.2 Litre | Coys | 30 Oct 2004 | Not sold | |
| 701 | Lotus Eclat 524 (1979) | Cheffins | 7 Jun 2003 | £350.00 | - |
| 040 | Lotus Eclat (1977) | BCA | 2 Dec 2002 | Not sold | |
| 056 | Lotus Eclat (1977) | BCA | 3 Dec 2001 | - | £2193.00 |
| 916 | Lotus Eclat 521 (1980) | Cheffins | 1 Dec 2001 | £1400.00 | - |
| 056 | Lotus Eclat 520 (1976) | BCA | 9 Oct 2000 | Not sold | |
| 014 | Lotus Eclat 521 (1979) | H&H Sales Limited | 18 Feb 1998 | £2700.00 | - |
| 008 | Lotus Eclat (1977) | H&H Sales Limited | 24 Sep 1997 | Not sold | |
| 008 | Lotus Eclat (1977) | ADT | 12 Feb 1996 | £2500.00 | - |
| 009 | Lotus Eclat (1976) | Husseys | 27 Apr 1995 | Not sold | |
Books
| ISBN | Title | Publisher | Buy this book |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1855203634 | MGC & MGB GT V8 Limited Edition | Brooklands Books |
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| 1855200287 | Lotus Elite & Eclat 1974-82 | Brooklands Books |
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Magazine Articles
| Title | Pages | Options | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Article |
Buyers Guide - Lotus Eclat, Elite and Excel - 1974-1992 |
74 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics November 2002 | |||
| Buyers Guide - Lotus Eclat, Elite & Excel - 1974-1992 - A Seventies car without a rusty bodyshell? Maybe, but that doesn't mean buying one of these classic Lotuses will be glitch-free. | ||||
| Article |
Oliver's twist |
132 |
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| Publication | Classic & Sports Car September 2010 | |||
| Oliver's twist - How can two cars styled by Oliver Winterbottom - the wedgetastic TVR Tasmin and Lotus Eclat - drive so differently, ask Sam Dawson? | ||||
| Article |
Buying power - Lotus Elite/Eclat |
32 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 10 July 2008 | |||
| Buying power - Lotus Elite/Eclat- Taking Lotus upmarket, this pairing brought a touch of luxury to Hethel, while still demonstrating the performance and handling which had become a tradition of the brand. IAN SEABROOK tells you how this pricey-when-new sportscar now makes an ideal starter-Lotus. | ||||
| Article |
Six of the best..Lotus Classics |
51 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart July 2006 | |||
| Six of the best..Lotus Classics - Every month, this special series brings you the most diverse and fascinating groups of vehicles we can conjure up. Paul Guinness is your trusty guide. Lotus Esprit S1, S2 & S3, Lotus Elite, Lotus Eclat, Lotus Elan, Lotus Elise, Lotus Carlton. | ||||
| Article |
Marque Five - The Lotus Position |
55 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart September 2004 | |||
| Marque Five - The Lotus Position - Lotus have produced some hugely underrated sporting machines over the years. Paul Guinness takes a look at five of the best classic Lotus buys of today. Lotus Europa, Lotus Elite, Lotus Eclat, Lotus Esprit S1, S1 & S3, Lotus Cortina. | ||||
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