1961 Lotus Elite

VIN: 1205

$96,250

Sold

Seller details

  • Auction

    RM Auctions

  • Location

    Monterey, CA, US

  • Event date

    Aug 17 - Aug 18, 2012

  • Lot

    154

Vehicle specs

  • Chassis/VIN

    1205

  • Body style

    Coupe

  • Odometer

    1369 M

  • Transmission type

    Standard

  • Engine Type

    I4

  • Horsepower

    83

  • Induction

    2x1 bbl

  • Interior Color

    Black

  • Exterior Color

    Orange

  • Generation

    1957-1963 Lotus Elite

Vehicle details

Notes and observations recorded by Hagerty staff.

Equipment

RHD, disc brakes, silver painted wire wheels, Pirelli tires. Excellent paint and chrome, drivers side quarter light scratched, poor door fit but nothing out of the ordinary for an Elite. The most desirable Series II car with factory updates including the much improved ZF transmission. A great example.

Market commentary

Compared to its contemporaries, the lightweight and fine handling Lotus Elite is undervalued. This car was beautiful in every regard, will no doubt be a joy to drive or show, and was a good buy.

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