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26-Years-Owned 1976 Lotus Elite 5-Speed Project

United States • 17 Jan 2023

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1976 Lotus Elite, owned for 26 years, is listed as a project car due to its cosmetic and mechanical needs. It features a 2.0-liter inline-four engine, five-speed manual transmission, and desirable options like power steering and air conditioning, but requires restoration to address issues like cracked paint, torn upholstery, and mechanical faults.

Condition

3

The car exhibits significant cosmetic issues such as cracked and peeling paint, torn upholstery, and a cracked windshield. Mechanically, there are known issues like leaking rear wheel cylinders and a rotted radiator core. These factors indicate a need for substantial reconditioning.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

76020437B

Odometer:

70,000 miles

Reg Number:

779 TWR

RHD/LHD:

LHD

2.0-Liter Inline-Four Five-Speed Manual Transmission Red Paint Tan & Green Cloth Upholstery 14" Alloy Wheels Front Disc Brakes Pop-Up Headlights Polished Trim Power Steering Air Conditioning Power Windows AM/FM Cassette Stereo Manufacturer's Literature Window Sticker
This 1976 Lotus Elite is one of 2,535 models produced between 1974 and 1982 and was acquired by the current owner in 1996.

Power is provided by a 2.0-liter inline-four paired with a five-speed manual transmission, and the car is finished in red over tan and brown velour.

The 503 trim included power steering and air conditioning, and the car is also equipped with 14″ alloy wheels, vacuum-operated pop-up headlights, a front-hinged hood, stainless trim, black bumpers, dual exhaust outlets, rear window defroster, wiper, and washer, power windows, and an AM/FM cassette stereo.

This Type 75 Elite project is now offered by the seller on behalf of the current owner with manufacturer’s literature, a window sticker, partial servi...