Chevrolet - Corvair - 1962
No. 20858993
Lotus - Elan SE/S4 - 1968
No. 20858993
Lotus - Elan SE/S4 - 1968
With the same owner sine July 1974.
This vehicle came from a complete restoration in January 1989. Frame sandblasted and galvanized by immersion in a bath. Koni adjustable shock absorbers mounted on the front and adjustable Spax wheels on the rear. Steering wheel balanced and installation of an electric sensor-controlled fan, manually adjustable if necessary. 4/2/1 exhaust manifold .
12000 km driven since its restoration.
Work done since, excluding regular maintenance.
* valves, valve guides, springs and valve seats changed to accept SP98 petrol and the front and rear brake calipers changed in 2009.
* power brakes, master cylinder and oil pump replaced in 2010.
* half driveshafts with braces in 2014.
* Fuel pump replaced by an electric pump in 2015.
* the entire ignition system replaced in 2017: electronic kit, coil, distributor cap, finger, silicone beam and NGK B8ES spark plugs. Install a more powerful and lighter Powerlyte starter and a new solenoid.
Please note:
* there is a slight blue smoke at the start after standing in traffic jams.
* light oil leaks on the engine gaskets.
* a few cracks in the paint on the engine cover.
Everything works and is ready to drive any distance.
It is located at 8 km from Nice.
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