Author: Matthew Vale
Publisher: Veloce Publishing
ISBN: 9781787114593
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
The Lotus Elan was Colin Chapman and Lotus' first affordable road car, produced from 1962 and, along with its larger Plus 2 variant, until 1974. As a replacement for the expensive Lotus Elite, the Elan and Plus 2 were both successful sports cars, which carried Lotus through the 1960s and into the 1970s. Starting with a brief history of Lotus and the Elan, Lotus Elan & Plus 2 Source Book provides a detailed originality guide to the Elan and Plus 2, identifying the design changes Lotus made to the models through their lifetimes. An 'owner's guide' provides detailed information on owning and maintaining the cars in tip-top condition, and gives details of common faults and upgrades. The restoration guide gives any potential restorer the information to carry out the tasks needed to bring one of the these cars back from the dead. With anecdotes and experiences from current and previous owners of Elans and Plus 2's, along with many colour photographs the book provides a valuable insight into owning running and racing these iconic cars.
Lotus Elan and +2 Source Book
Author: Matthew Vale
Publisher: Veloce Publishing
ISBN: 9781787114593
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
The Lotus Elan was Colin Chapman and Lotus' first affordable road car, produced from 1962 and, along with its larger Plus 2 variant, until 1974. As a replacement for the expensive Lotus Elite, the Elan and Plus 2 were both successful sports cars, which carried Lotus through the 1960s and into the 1970s. Starting with a brief history of Lotus and the Elan, Lotus Elan & Plus 2 Source Book provides a detailed originality guide to the Elan and Plus 2, identifying the design changes Lotus made to the models through their lifetimes. An 'owner's guide' provides detailed information on owning and maintaining the cars in tip-top condition, and gives details of common faults and upgrades. The restoration guide gives any potential restorer the information to carry out the tasks needed to bring one of the these cars back from the dead. With anecdotes and experiences from current and previous owners of Elans and Plus 2's, along with many colour photographs the book provides a valuable insight into owning running and racing these iconic cars.
Publisher: Veloce Publishing
ISBN: 9781787114593
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 208
Book Description
The Lotus Elan was Colin Chapman and Lotus' first affordable road car, produced from 1962 and, along with its larger Plus 2 variant, until 1974. As a replacement for the expensive Lotus Elite, the Elan and Plus 2 were both successful sports cars, which carried Lotus through the 1960s and into the 1970s. Starting with a brief history of Lotus and the Elan, Lotus Elan & Plus 2 Source Book provides a detailed originality guide to the Elan and Plus 2, identifying the design changes Lotus made to the models through their lifetimes. An 'owner's guide' provides detailed information on owning and maintaining the cars in tip-top condition, and gives details of common faults and upgrades. The restoration guide gives any potential restorer the information to carry out the tasks needed to bring one of the these cars back from the dead. With anecdotes and experiences from current and previous owners of Elans and Plus 2's, along with many colour photographs the book provides a valuable insight into owning running and racing these iconic cars.
Lotus Elan
Author: Matthew Vale
Publisher: Crowood
ISBN: 1847976344
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 323
Book Description
The Lotus Elan was Lotus's definitive roadster. It replaced the elegant but expensive Lotus Elite and was the first car to employ the innovative Lotus steel backbone chassis. The original Elan was produced as a two-seat, open-top sportscar and hardtop coupe from 1962 to 1973. The range was extended by the addition of the 2+2-seater Plus 2 from 1967 to 1974. Lotus introduced an all-new front wheel drive Elan in 1989, the M100, which was produced until 1995. Lotus Elan studies the history and development of all the Elans and describes each model in detail. It gives technical details for all models, examines unusual conversions, and includes driving experiences from Elan owners. A complete and readable resource for all Lotus Elan owners and motoring enthusiasts who aspire to own one of these iconic British sports cars. Superbly illustrated with 250 colour photographs.Matthew Vale is a motoring author and passionate Lotus Elan enthusiast.
Publisher: Crowood
ISBN: 1847976344
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 323
Book Description
The Lotus Elan was Lotus's definitive roadster. It replaced the elegant but expensive Lotus Elite and was the first car to employ the innovative Lotus steel backbone chassis. The original Elan was produced as a two-seat, open-top sportscar and hardtop coupe from 1962 to 1973. The range was extended by the addition of the 2+2-seater Plus 2 from 1967 to 1974. Lotus introduced an all-new front wheel drive Elan in 1989, the M100, which was produced until 1995. Lotus Elan studies the history and development of all the Elans and describes each model in detail. It gives technical details for all models, examines unusual conversions, and includes driving experiences from Elan owners. A complete and readable resource for all Lotus Elan owners and motoring enthusiasts who aspire to own one of these iconic British sports cars. Superbly illustrated with 250 colour photographs.Matthew Vale is a motoring author and passionate Lotus Elan enthusiast.
Lotus Elise and Exige 1995-2020
Author: Johnny Tipler
Publisher: The Crowood Press
ISBN: 1785008439
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 431
Book Description
Named after Elisa, the granddaughter of Lotus's owner at the time, Romano Artioli of Bugatti fame, the Lotus Elise was launched at the Frankfurt Show in 1995. In the subsequent twenty-five years it has not only established itself as the embodiment of what Lotus stands for, it retains a unique place in the international sports car market. No other manufacturer came up with a car to seriously rival the Elise, nor the Exige, in terms of handling dexterity on both road and racetrack, and it aptly characterizes the definition of a sports car. Written in Johnny Tipler's inimitable style this book includes a detailed evolution of the Elise and Exige, including full specification tables; interviews with key individuals involved in their design and development, including Richard Rackham, Gavan Kershaw, Neil Thomas, Russell Carr, Barney Hatt and Andy Pleavin; Elisa Artioli on her namesake, its past and future; motor sport adaptions and successes and finally, driving experiences on road and track. The production of the Elise and Exige was sustained through four corporate upheavals. Now in Geely ownership, the future for Lotus looks bright.
Publisher: The Crowood Press
ISBN: 1785008439
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 431
Book Description
Named after Elisa, the granddaughter of Lotus's owner at the time, Romano Artioli of Bugatti fame, the Lotus Elise was launched at the Frankfurt Show in 1995. In the subsequent twenty-five years it has not only established itself as the embodiment of what Lotus stands for, it retains a unique place in the international sports car market. No other manufacturer came up with a car to seriously rival the Elise, nor the Exige, in terms of handling dexterity on both road and racetrack, and it aptly characterizes the definition of a sports car. Written in Johnny Tipler's inimitable style this book includes a detailed evolution of the Elise and Exige, including full specification tables; interviews with key individuals involved in their design and development, including Richard Rackham, Gavan Kershaw, Neil Thomas, Russell Carr, Barney Hatt and Andy Pleavin; Elisa Artioli on her namesake, its past and future; motor sport adaptions and successes and finally, driving experiences on road and track. The production of the Elise and Exige was sustained through four corporate upheavals. Now in Geely ownership, the future for Lotus looks bright.
Lotus Elan
Author:
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780907673682
Category : Lotus automobiles
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN: 9780907673682
Category : Lotus automobiles
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
The Rebuilding of a Lotus Elan
Author: Brian Buckland
Publisher:
ISBN: 9783964730008
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 688
Book Description
THE DEFINITIVE DESCRIPTION OF HOW TO REBUILD AND RESTORE THE LOTUS ELAN, A LEGEND AMONGST CLASSIC CARS.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9783964730008
Category :
Languages : en
Pages : 688
Book Description
THE DEFINITIVE DESCRIPTION OF HOW TO REBUILD AND RESTORE THE LOTUS ELAN, A LEGEND AMONGST CLASSIC CARS.
Lotus Europa - Colin Chapman’s mid-engined masterpiece
Author: Matthew Vale
Publisher: Veloce Publishing Ltd
ISBN: 1787118916
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 160
Book Description
The Lotus Europa was Colin Chapman and Lotus’s first mid-engined road car, and was produced from 1966 through to 1975. Originally designed to slot into the Lotus range below the Elan as a low cost replacement for the Lotus 7, the Europa eventually sat alongside the Elan and Plus 2 as a comparable sports car in its own right. Starting with the design philosophy behind the development of the Europa, this book provides detailed technical descriptions of all the major versions of the model, starting with the Renault-powered Series 1 through to the Lotus Twin Cam powered Special. It looks at the cars on the road, and the racing Type 47 derived from the road cars which competed in the small capacity Group 6 class, as well as featuring in historic racing today. With owners’ impressions and interviews with ex-Lotus employees, the book provides a valuable insight into owning, running, and racing these iconic cars.
Publisher: Veloce Publishing Ltd
ISBN: 1787118916
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 160
Book Description
The Lotus Europa was Colin Chapman and Lotus’s first mid-engined road car, and was produced from 1966 through to 1975. Originally designed to slot into the Lotus range below the Elan as a low cost replacement for the Lotus 7, the Europa eventually sat alongside the Elan and Plus 2 as a comparable sports car in its own right. Starting with the design philosophy behind the development of the Europa, this book provides detailed technical descriptions of all the major versions of the model, starting with the Renault-powered Series 1 through to the Lotus Twin Cam powered Special. It looks at the cars on the road, and the racing Type 47 derived from the road cars which competed in the small capacity Group 6 class, as well as featuring in historic racing today. With owners’ impressions and interviews with ex-Lotus employees, the book provides a valuable insight into owning, running, and racing these iconic cars.
Lotus Twin-Cam Engine
Author: Miles Wilkins
Publisher: Brooklands Books Limited
ISBN: 9781855209688
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This updated book is divided into three parts, covering the engine’s entire production life, the process of stripping and rebuilding an engine, and a comprehensive guide to specifications and production data. Well illustrated with photos & diagrams. CONTENTS Acknowledgements & Introductions PART ONE: Development of the twin-cam PART TWO: Engine Rebuilding PART THREE: Twin-cam data Appendix (A) Lotus Cortina Engines for 1966 (B) Stromberg Analysis for Lotus Cars by E.R.A.
Publisher: Brooklands Books Limited
ISBN: 9781855209688
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
This updated book is divided into three parts, covering the engine’s entire production life, the process of stripping and rebuilding an engine, and a comprehensive guide to specifications and production data. Well illustrated with photos & diagrams. CONTENTS Acknowledgements & Introductions PART ONE: Development of the twin-cam PART TWO: Engine Rebuilding PART THREE: Twin-cam data Appendix (A) Lotus Cortina Engines for 1966 (B) Stromberg Analysis for Lotus Cars by E.R.A.
The Original Lotus Elan 1962-1973
Author: Paul Robinshaw
Publisher: Brooklands Books Limited
ISBN: 9781783180004
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
First published in 1989 by Motor Racing Publications, this book contains essential data and guidance for Owners, Restorers and Competitors. Includes model identification, spec. changes, construction methods, performance comparisons, alternative parts sources, homologation details and component interchangeability. This books contains a variety of information, both of a practical nature and otherwise, including the identification of alternative equivalent part sources, which is applicable to all Lotus Elan 1500/1600 models as well as S2, S3, S4 and Sprint derivatives produced between the years 1962 and 1973.
Publisher: Brooklands Books Limited
ISBN: 9781783180004
Category : Transportation
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
First published in 1989 by Motor Racing Publications, this book contains essential data and guidance for Owners, Restorers and Competitors. Includes model identification, spec. changes, construction methods, performance comparisons, alternative parts sources, homologation details and component interchangeability. This books contains a variety of information, both of a practical nature and otherwise, including the identification of alternative equivalent part sources, which is applicable to all Lotus Elan 1500/1600 models as well as S2, S3, S4 and Sprint derivatives produced between the years 1962 and 1973.
Lotus Elan Owners Workshop Manual 1962-74
Author: R M Clarke
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781855200227
Category : Lotus Elan automobile
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Enlarged re-issue of Autobooks manual with maintenance, overhaul, instructions and technical data for all components. Covers all Elan models 1962-74 and has a new chapter on history.
Publisher:
ISBN: 9781855200227
Category : Lotus Elan automobile
Languages : en
Pages : 0
Book Description
Enlarged re-issue of Autobooks manual with maintenance, overhaul, instructions and technical data for all components. Covers all Elan models 1962-74 and has a new chapter on history.
Lotus Elan
Author: Gordon Lund
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Lotus Elan automobile
Languages : en
Pages : 171
Book Description
Publisher:
ISBN:
Category : Lotus Elan automobile
Languages : en
Pages : 171
Book Description