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1970' Lotus Elite

£82,000

Published 3 April 2026ID: zdVzut

Lancashire
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Information from the owner

Age: 56 years

Displacement: 1245 cc

Fuel: Petrol

Transmission: Manual

Exterior color: White

Seller's comments about 1970' Lotus Elite

1960 Lotus Elite FIA Race CarChassis: EB2027First Registered: 01/ 07/ 1960Few cars capture the spirit of lightweight British racing engineering quite like the Lotus Elite—and this example does so with real credibility, both on paper and on track.Previously with FIA papers in place, this is a properly sorted competition car with continuous and active use, campaigned successfully by John Waterson through to and including the 2025 season. It’s not a static showpiece—it’s a car that’s been understood, developed, and enjoyed exactly as intended.Acquired from Italy in 2013 by the current family ownership, the car benefited from the care of a highly capable engineer-driver. That shows. Beyond the results, there’s a clear thread of thoughtful development and attention to detail—this is a car that’s been fettled, refined, and consistently presented to a very high standard. It arrives today as a well-honed, confidence-inspiring machine, ready to be used.Mechanically, EB2027 sits exactly where you want a competitive Elite to be. The engine is a David Whitehurst Racing–built Coventry Climax FWB (1247cc) built in 2025EngineBrand new Hoole cylinder block New Steel crankshaftArrow H beam rodsForged omega pistons12. 3:1 compression ratio.CNC alloy 5 bearing cam carrierDWR Special camshaftStainless steel valves Composite head gasketTwin Italian Weber 40 carburettorsSteel cam followersAluminium 105 tooth flywheelCrosthwait & Gardner Distributor GearboxDWR Straight-cut close ratio MGA GearboxDWR Gear setStiffened gear linkageCNC bronze synchro ringsHydraulic concentric throw out bearingFinal Drive EWR Built DifferentialNew Crosthwait & Gardner cast diff housingNew 4. 875-1 CWPSteel half shaftsDeactivated LSD for strengthThe new engine 1245cc producing approximately 127bhp and 97 lb/ ft of torque, with a strong, usable power band and an 8000rpm redline. Limited running in 2025 since rebuild.On track, the Elite remains one of the most engaging cars of its era—light, responsive, and beautifully balanced. In this specification, it’s not just enjoyable, it’s properly capable. This is a car that’s been developed with intent, and it shows in the way it performs.Eligibility—and crucially, competitiveness—is where this car really stands out. With FIA HTP papers in place (need applying for), EB2027 sits squarely within Appendix K Period E GT regulations and is immediately eligible for the FIA Lurani Trophy, where a well-prepared Elite is a proven front-running proposition. The level of preparation here puts it firmly in that bracket—this is not a car that needs developing to be on the pace.It is equally well suited to the HSCC Guards Trophy and Masters Gentlemen Drivers, offering a genuinely competitive package straight out of the box. In the right hands, it has all the ingredients to run at the sharp end from the outset.Beyond championship racing, it’s exactly the sort of car that fits comfortably within the Goodwood Revival and Members’ Meeting landscape (subject to invitation), where performance, presentation, and authenticity all matter. A fast, well-sorted Elite with continuous history is always a compelling prospect in that company.In short, this is a serious, front-running Lotus Elite—properly engineered, properly developed, and ready to be used exactly as intended.