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- 2003 Lotus Elise Type 23 - 30,869 Miles, One of 50
2003 Lotus Elise Type 23 - 30,869 Miles, One of 50
Lot Number: 643
2003 Lotus Elise Type 23 - 30,869 Miles, One of 50
- Sold for: £19,800
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 1st June, 2024 at 11.00am BST at Tatton Park, Knutsford, WA16 6QN
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BODY COLOUR
OEW/Lotus Racing Green -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
KX03 VFC -
ODOMETER READING
30869 Miles
SUMMARY
DESCRIPTION
- The Type 23 was as a limited run of just 50 cars commemorating the 40th anniversary of Colin Chapman’s original Lotus Type 23 (1962/1963)
- It emulated the look of the classic racer with its Old English White with Lotus Racing Green twin-stripe colour scheme, two proudly displayed Lotus heritage laurels, 6-spoke silver alloy wheels and a bespoke green perforated leather interior
- Powered by a naturally aspirated 1.8-litre Rover K-Series inline-four, producing around 130hp and driving the rear wheels via a 5-speed manual transmission
- This is Number #8/50 and has covered 30,869 miles with three former registered keepers
- Recent additions include a new S2 exhaust, K&N air filter, and a Pioneer Bluetooth and DAB equipped audio head-unit with USB and auxiliary connectivity
- It's supplied with hard and soft roof options and the full original tool kit
- Original handbooks and service booklet, the majority of older MOTs, period marketing material, maintenance invoices, its Lotus Certificate of Authenticity, the original Clarion head-unit and two sets of keys
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 643
- Make
- LOTUS
- Model
- ELISE
- Variant
- Convertible
- Registration Number
- KX03 VFC
- MOT Expiry
- 28/02/2025
- Chassis Number
- SCCGA11182HC74335
- Engine Number
- 18K4FN06M561483
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- OEW/Lotus Racing Green
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Richard Greenhalgh
- Car Specialist
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- richard@iconicauctioneers.com
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SCORE:
103 / 135
Exterior
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Remarks
Old English White with Lotus Racing Green twin stripe colour scheme, two proudly displayed Lotus heritage laurels, six-spoke silver alloy wheels.
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The specification includes a leather-trimmed three-spoke steering wheel, an aluminium gear knob and pedals, manual windows, and the correct green leather bucket seats. Bespoke green perforated leather interior.
Engine
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Remarks
Its correct six-spoke alloy wheels are fitted with Bridgestone tyres at the front and Yokohama tyres at the rear. A new Elise S2-specification exhaust, and a K&N air filter.
Electrics
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Major:
Remarks
Pioneer Bluetooth and DAB equipped audio head unit with USB and auxiliary connectivity.
Vehicle History
Remarks
This car is number 8 of just 50 Type 23 limited-edition models built and is accompanied by the original handbooks and service booklet, the majority of its MOT certificates, a collection of original marketing material from period, an impressive selection of maintenance invoices, its certificate of authenticity from Lotus, as well as the original Clarion head unit and two sets of keys. It also comes with the hard and soft roof options and the full original tool kit.
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
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