1959 Lotus Elite Series I 1,480cc

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What we know: 1959 LotusElite — VIN: 1174
1959 Lotus Elite Series I 1,480cc
1959 Lotus Elite Series I 1,480cc
The Lot's is a classic British sports car produced by Lotus in its first series between '56 and '64. The particular model in question, manufactured in '59, boasts the Elite nameplate that signifies its distinctive fiberglass bodywork, pioneering lightweight construction for its time. This iconic piece of automotive history features a Front-engine rear-wheel-drive layout with a compact size, measuring just over 12 feet in length and less than 4 feet wide, making it quite agile on the road. Powertrain wise, this Elite Series I is propelled by a 1,480cc inline-four engine sourced from Coventry Climax, generating around 75 horsepower, capable of pushing the car to speeds over 100 mph."
Last bid: $62,500

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