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£73,600 (Est: £70,000 - £100,000)
1961 Lotus Elite Series 2
United Kingdom • 8 Jul 2025
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AI Listing Summary
This 1961 Lotus Elite Series 2, offered at £73,600 GBP, boasts a unique history, having been first owned by Soichiro Honda. Recently restored by Bushell's Restorations and featured in Classic & Sports Car, it's eligible for prestigious events like the Goodwood Revival and Le Mans Classic.
Condition
9
The car has been the subject of a complete restoration by Bushell's Restorations from 2018 to 2021. It was also featured in Classic & Sports Car magazine in December 2021, indicating high quality.
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Transmission:
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Chassis No:
EB1321837
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RHD/LHD:
RHD
First owned by Honda Motor Company founder Soichiro Honda Subject of a complete restoration by Bushell’s Restorations from 2018 to 2021 Featured in Classic & Sports Car magazine in December 2021 Accompanied by a Lotus Classic Certificate of Vehicle Provenance Eligible for the Goodwood Revival, Le Mans Classic, and many other historic events
Points of note
£16,690
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£58,179
Median Price (Since 2020)
£105,750
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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