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£8,866

1971 Lotus Elan Plus 2

United Kingdom • 19 Jul 2025 • Lot Lot 110

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1971 Lotus Elan Plus 2, with 62,653 miles, is red with a black interior and has benefited from over £10,000 in parts and service. Note that the clutch and starter motor are not working.

Condition

5

The listing states the car 'presents extremely well' and the engine bay is in good order. However, the clutch and starter motor are not working, indicating mechanical issues. There is also mention of over £10,000 spent on parts and servicing, suggesting that maintenance and repairs have been necessary. Therefore, I would classify this car as 'Above Average'.

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Transmission:

[Transmission]

Chassis No:

UNIT507108140584

Odometer:

62,653 miles

Reg Number:

LYV 449K

RHD/LHD:

RHD

Year: 1971 Make: Lotus Model: Elan Plus 2 Registration: LYV 449K Chassis No: UNIT507108140584 Odometer: 62,653 The 1971 Lotus Elan Plus 2 was a refined evolution of the original Elan, offering more space and comfort while preserving Lotus’s legendary handling.

Designed as a 2+2 grand tourer, it featured a lightweight fiberglass body over a steel backbone chassis.

Powered by a 1.6 litre twin-cam engine producing around 118hp, it delivered brisk performance and precise cornering.

The Plus 2 retained Colin Chapman’s core philosophy of ‘adding lightness’, resulting in agile dynamics despite its added practicality.

With elegant styling, pop-up headlights, and a well-appointed interior, the Elan Plus 2 remains a cult classic for enthusiasts who appreciate both performance and charm.

Registered in 1971, this Elan presents extremely well in red coachwork and a black interior.

The engine bay is in good order and this enthusiast-owned example has benefited from over £10,000 expenditure on ...