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Author | : Matthew Vale |
Publisher | : Veloce Publishing |
Total Pages | : 176 |
Release | : 2021-05-25 |
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ISBN | : 9781787115170 |
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The Lotus Elite was a turning point for Lotus. First produced at the end of the 1950s, it marked Lotus' transition from a maker of small racing cars, which had limited utility on the road, to the producer of a highly sophisticated road and race car. In the Elite, Lotus exploited its knowledge of new technology and racing pedigree to produce a car which, with its glass fibre monocoque and Coventry Climax engine, had the potential to be a world beater. This book gives an insight into the reasons the car was produced and its importance in Lotus' history, especially in the production of lightweight innovative cars. Through interviews with Elite owners, first hand accounts provide a good overview of owning one of these iconic cars, covering its foibles and quirks as well as its exemplary roadholding, handling and performance. Illustrated with many colour photographs, along with period advertising material, the book provides a valuable insight into owning, running and racing these iconic cars.
Author | : Matthew Vale |
Publisher | : Crowood |
Total Pages | : 189 |
Release | : 2016-02-29 |
Genre | : Transportation |
ISBN | : 1785000799 |
Download Lotus Elite, Eclat and Excel Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Lotus introduced the Type 75 Elite in 1974. Being a full four-seater coupe with an opening glass tailgate, it was designed to carry a family in comfort while retaining Lotus' trademark, excellent road holding and handling. Perhaps most importantly, it was the first - and successful - step in Colin Chapman's plan to move upmarket and away from Lotus' kit car image. The Elite gave rise to two derivatives, the Eclat and the Excel. The Eclat was a restyled coupe version, sacrificing the Elite's unique rear styling and good rear passenger headroom for a more stylish exterior. With its conventional coupe styling, the Eclat was more mainstream than the Elite, and it was in the end the better seller. In turn, the Eclat spawned the Excel, the last of the Elite-inspired family. Matthew Vale looks at the history of these unusual Lotus models, and gives a thorough guide to buying and owning the cars today. Of interest to all motoring enthusiasts and Lotus owners in particular, it includes information on buying and owning the cars today, specifications, owner's experiences and technical information. Superbly illustrated with 130 colour photographs, both period and contemporary.
Author | : Dennis Ortenburger |
Publisher | : Patrick Stephens |
Total Pages | : 192 |
Release | : 1990 |
Genre | : Transportation |
ISBN | : 9781852601003 |
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Author | : Dennis Ortenburger |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 138 |
Release | : 2007 |
Genre | : Lotus automobiles |
ISBN | : 9781876953430 |
Download The Original Lotus Elite Racing Car for the Road Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Author | : Dennis Ortenburger |
Publisher | : Coterie PressLtd |
Total Pages | : 208 |
Release | : 2003-07-01 |
Genre | : Transportation |
ISBN | : 9781902351032 |
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Every fascinating stage of the Lotus Elite Type 14 is explored in this fully comprehensive book, from conception, through production to the buying public, as well as, success both on and off the racetrack.The Elite began design trends still visible today and the car has been listed in every passing decades' list of motordom's most significant automobiles. That the car came together as a result of the work of a committee whose chief stylist, was an accountant, is almost beyond belief. The fact that one of Colin Chapman's design criteria was that the Elite be a road car capable of a class win at the prestigious Le Mans 24-hour race was remarkable. The fact there followed six consecutive class wins and several index of performance victories in the race, was incredible. This book contains the reminisces of virtually everyone involved in the design and early production of the Elite. Many of the personalities associated with the car throughout its production life, including racers and Elite dealers in both the UK and America were interviewed. Although several have since passed away, their recollections are here to read and enjoy. "Lotus Elite, Racing Car for the Road" is not meant to be a "nuts and bolts" treatment of the car but rather an explanation of what is so fascinating about this automobile above all others. If the story of the Lotus Elite was told as a novel, readers would believe it to be pure fantasy. Hopefully, this book will convince otherwise.Hardcover - 12" x 12" - 208 pages - 405 color photos
Author | : R. M. Clarke |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 100 |
Release | : 1981 |
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Download Lotus Elite, 1957-1964 Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Author | : R.M. Clarke |
Publisher | : Brooklands Books Limited |
Total Pages | : 92 |
Release | : 2001-02-26 |
Genre | : Transportation |
ISBN | : 9781855205475 |
Download Lotus Elite 1957-1964 Road Test Limited Edition Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
Announced in 1957 this fiberglass monocoque did not go into full production until 1959 when the new factory at Cheshunt was opened. Coventry Climax supplied complete engines mated to BMC's B-series gearbox. The fully trimmed body shells were produced by Maximar. The Series 2 had bodies made to a higher standard by Bristol with some interior changes. The SE version had more power and performance, and could also be specified with Stage II tuning. Due to difficulties in distribution and pricing the car was offered in component form in 1961. This is a book of contemporary road tests, specification and technical data, driver's impressions, racing, long term tests, history.
Author | : David Phipps |
Publisher | : |
Total Pages | : 12 |
Release | : 1967 |
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ISBN | : |
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Author | : Matt Younger |
Publisher | : Amberley Publishing Limited |
Total Pages | : 169 |
Release | : 2018-10-15 |
Genre | : Transportation |
ISBN | : 1445682540 |
Download Lotus 2 + 2s Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
This engaging book follows the history of the Lotus 2 + 2 coupes from the Elan through to the Evora.
Author | : Matthew Vale |
Publisher | : Crowood |
Total Pages | : 323 |
Release | : 2013-08-31 |
Genre | : Transportation |
ISBN | : 1847976344 |
Download Lotus Elan Book in PDF, ePub and Kindle
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.