1973 Lotus Elan Sprint

1973

Manual

Petrol

Sydney, NSW

£30,000 – £50,000

Estimate range

Listing Source

Collecting Cars

Auction

Estimate

£30,000 - £50,000

Location

Sydney, NSW

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Buyer notes

Lotus records state this was the last RHD export-specification Sprint FHC.
Underwent a comprehensive restoration including engine and gearbox rebuilds.
Received final commissioning work and suspension setup in late 2025.

The car is currently located in Australia.
Total vehicle mileage is unknown, with 238 miles covered since restoration.

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About the Elan

The Lotus Elan (1962-1973) was Colin Chapman's masterpiece - a lightweight sports car with the legendary Lotus-Ford Twin Cam engine. Backbone chassis and fibreglass body. Outstanding handling defined the class. Around 12,200 built. The benchmark for sports car dynamics.

Known Issues to Watch For

Chassis: Steel backbone - rust is critical concern. Check centre section thoroughly. Fibreglass body hides chassis condition. Engine: Twin Cam - head gaskets, timing chain, oil leaks. Well understood but needs care. Gearbox: Ford-based - synchros wear. Electrics: Lucas - usual issues.

Desirable Options

Sprint specification, S1 or S2 (earliest), SE specification, Big Valve engine, Good chassis, Matching numbers