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£11,984

1970 Lotus Elan

United Kingdom • 16 Sept 2026 • Lot Lot 86

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This 1970 Lotus Elan, a former hillclimb car, comes with a 1558cc Lotus Twin Cam engine and a significant amount of spares. Currently a non-runner after being stored for approximately 20 years, it offers a compelling opportunity for recommissioning and return to competition, backed by extensive history and long-term ownership since 1988.

Condition

3

The car is described as a "non-runner" and has been stored for a considerable period, out of competition for around 20 years. While it has a substantial history and a large quantity of spares, significant recommissioning is required, including mechanical inspection, fresh fuel, and a new battery. This places it in the 'Below Average' category due to its current non-running state and the need for substantial work.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

0144E

Odometer:

[Odometer Reading]

Reg Number:

WAY20J

RHD/LHD:

RHD

Description Known Hillclimb car from the early 2000s; 4 Former Keepers; 1558cc Lotus Twin Cam; 4-Speed Manual; first registered August 1970; non-runner; complete with a Completion Log Book; developing 163bhp in the day; large amount of spares accompany the sale Currently owned since November 1988, this Lotus Elan has clearly been in the same enthusiast’s hands for a remarkable period and is now offered from a deceased estate.

The car is understood to have been out of competition for around 20 years and has been stored for a considerable period.

Presented in competition specification, it is equipped with a roll cage, five-point harness, foam-filled alloy fuel tank and fire extinguisher.

A competition car logbook accompanies the car, together with substantial history files and a large quantity of invoices documenting work carried out over the years.

Of particular interest is a rolling-road chart showing the car producing an impressive 163bhp at 6,800rpm.

Given the length of time the...