2001 Lotus Elise S1

Highlights

• One former registered keeper from new
• In current ownership for approximately four years
• MOT valid until January 2027
• Extensive mechanical refresh carried out earlier this year by specialist Steve Williams Sports Cars
• History file with servicing records, MOT certificates, tax discs, and receipts

The Appeal

The Lotus Elise remains one of the ultimate expressions of Lotus's featherweight philosophy, and to this day is one of the most engaging driver's cars of its generation. Finished in pearlescent Norfolk Mustard, this example has covered fewer than 30,000 miles and has been in the hands of just two registered keepers since it was purchased new from Murray Motor Company in Edinburgh.

The current vendor, who has owned twelve S1 Elises over the years, acquired the car in 2021 and has kept it garaged and carefully maintained. Earlier this year, it was entrusted to Steve Williams Sports Cars in Maidenhead for a thorough mechanical refresh encompassing a complete suspension overhaul, new brake pipes, CV boots, cam belt, and a full C service to Lotus specification.
The vendor reports that the car drives well, cornering sharply and in fine health. The interior features black leather that presents well for its age, and a history file accompanies the car. This is a carefully kept S1 Elise that appears ready to reward its next keeper.

Key Information

• Mileage: 29,775 miles (supported by a history file including past MOT certificates and servicing records)
• Country of registration: United Kingdom
• Technical inspection status: MOT valid until January 2027
• Technical specs: 1,800cc four-cylinder petrol, five-speed manual
• Paperwork: history file including servicing records, historical MOT certificates, tax discs, and receipts for work carried out

The Detail

• Mechanical refresh carried out earlier this year by Steve Williams Sports Cars in Maidenhead
• C service completed with all belts and fluids replaced to Lotus specification
• Full set of suspension arms, bushes, bolts, and eight ball joints replaced
• Anti-roll bar, ARB bushes, and drop links replaced
• Bilstein dampers fitted
• Rear toe link kit replaced
• Geometry checked and reset following suspension overhaul
• Driveshafts removed, CV boots replaced, and shafts cleaned and painted before refitting
• Fuel tank removed and three rear brake pipes replaced
• Brake system bled with new fluid
• Cam belt and alternator belt replaced
• Gearbox oil replaced
• Reverse light switch and vehicle speed sensor replaced
• N/S door stripped and window repaired
• Approximately 200 miles covered since the refresh
• The vendor reports the black leather interior shows very little wear
• Some scuffing noted on the driver's side sill cover
• Lotus tailored floor mats fitted from new, reportedly keeping the floor in good condition
• Original window winders and press studs retained
• Original cat and airbox retained
• Janspeed stainless steel rear silencer fitted

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