Highlights

Just 55,205 miles
Comprehensive service history with Lotus services and regular maintenance
Recent cambelt replacement in April 2022
Replacement radiator fitted by a Lotus specialist in 2023
Striking yellow exterior with a tidy black leather interior
Equipped with a Janspeed exhaust and '135' cylinder head
Advisory-free MOT until 15th August 2025

The Appeal

If only he'd lived to see it, we think Lotus founder Colin Chapman would have been very proud of the Elise. Simple, light and devastatingly quick, the Elise remains one of the most highly regarded "driver's cars" money can buy. Early Series 1 examples are highly sought-after and we're delighted to present this smart and well-sorted example from 2000.

Accompanied by copious service history and benefitting from recent significant work, including a cam belt replacement and a new radiator, this Elise S1 is ready to provide many more miles of enjoyment. The addition of a Janspeed exhaust and '135' cylinder head further enhances the driving experience. Complete with a long advisory-free MOT and reportedly driving very well indeed, this Lotus Elise is ready to be enjoyed.

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History and Paperwork

UK market RHD example
Four former registered keepers
55,205 miles
Lotus service at 8,236; 16,270; 27,194; 34,993; and 41,028 miles
Fully synthetic oil and filter change during MOT tests at 48,438; 49,681; 51,120; and 53,892 miles
Cam belt replaced at 54,268 miles in April 2022
Replacement radiator fitted by a Lotus specialist in Sussex in 2023
Acquired by the vendor on 04 October 2022
MOT until 15th August 2025
An extensive history file accompanies the car

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The Condition

Bodywork looks in very good order with few imperfections for its age
Striking yellow paintwork in smart condition across all panels
Couple of stone chips touched in prior to current ownership
All panels straight and the doors fit well
All four black alloy wheels appear in fine condition
Underside has small scratches on front offside from uneven road; not visible unless underneath the car
Tidy interior with black leather seats presents well
Driver's side door sill leather pad worn, which is common on these models
The seats and controls do not appear notably worn
Hood appears in smart condition and not notably faded
Momo steering wheel fitted

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The Mechanics

1.8-litre K Series DOHC l4
Well-regarded '135' cylinder head fitted
Janspeed exhaust system
Five-speed manual gearbox
Benefits from recent radiator and cam belt replacement
The vendor reports that the engine runs sweetly and the Lotus drives beautifully
No MOT advisories recorded when last tested

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