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Not Sold (Est: £68,704 - £103,056)
1965 Lotus Elan "26R
France • 30 Nov 2025
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AI Listing Summary
This 1965 Lotus Elan 26R is a race-prepared classic, eligible for Peter Auto events and potentially the Tour Auto 2026. It has undergone restoration and comes with documentation, suggesting it's a genuine 26R despite some ambiguity in its factory records.
Condition
7
The car is described as being in 'very good condition, both cosmetically and mechanically'. It has been restored to 26R specification. It requires 'little effort' to obtain its PTH.
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Transmission:
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Chassis No:
26/4576
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1965 - Lotus Elan "26R
French registration title crossed out during a previous transfer
French registration title crossed out during a previous transfer
Chassis no.
26/4576
The perfect car for Tour Auto 2026!
The perfect car for Tour Auto 2026!
- When the Elan was unveiled in October 1962, Colin Chapman rejected the idea of using this "production" model for competition, so as not to retire the Elite and Eleven...
A few months later, the plan changed, and the best engineers got together around the cradle.
The Elan 26R (for Racing) received chassis reinforcements, a lightweight hull, improved suspension and a revised engine from BRM!
- Our example reappeared in 2007 in the USA, fully prepared for hill-climbing.
It was then sent to our continent, and patiently restored to 26R specification with the help of Tony Thompson Racing's specialists, having carried out their preparation on the chassis, hull, suspensions, front axle, and certain engine components!
- In 2009, the previous ...
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£29,933
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£40,250
Median Price (Since 2020)
£50,167
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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