1971 Lotus Elan Sprint - FIA

• Smart little Lotus Elan Sprint race car with FIA papers valid to December 2026 offering instant access to many events
• Finished in Lotus Yellow with black upholstery, road legal and first registered in 1971 with a current V5
• Raced and very well maintained over the years with recent expenditure +£20,000 on close-ratio gearbox, suspension, brakes etc.
• Accompanied by two large history files with invoices supporting recent works, V5, old MOTs, spec sheets and build sheets
• Described as ‘on-the-button and ready to race’, offered with a new set of tyres and some spares

Offered here is a great little Lotus Elan Sprint historic race car with current FIA – Competition GT class, race, hill climb and rally papers valid to December 2026. Finished in yellow with a black interior and first registered in the UK in October 1971, this example remains road registered and is accompanied by a current V5C. Overall, this Elan Sprint presents well, full of character, however, would probably benefit from a cosmetic freshen up and some detailing. Mechanically the car is described as very good and the large history files accompanying the car certainly appear to support this.

Most recent mechanical works include, a new ‘motorsport’ oil pump, race oil temp gauge and sender, brake-bias valve, Bullet close-ratio gearbox, complete motorsport clutch, diff seals, wheel bearings and suspension parts with a total spend amounting to over £20,000. The car has been prepared, tested and well maintained to be both competitive and reliable. Also accompanying the car in the sale is a spares package including a new set of tyres. As with any competition car, we advise interested parties to check the currency, legality and suitability of any motor sport/safety related items and equipment.

Listed at a very realistic guide, this is a good opportunity to take ownership of this classic British racer that could be competitive in the right hands and offers instant access to many prestigious motor sport events.