Lotus Elan +2 S130 5

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LotusElan +2 S130/5 1973
Having undergone a full body off restoration this lovely little Lotus is now back on the road after being out of action for many years locked away in a private garage. She now drives really nicely. The 5-speed box changes surprisingly smoothly and has no issues. The suspension and steering is pretty much as original and handling is superb. We are located about 15 minutes from Chester. Please come and view if you are serious about buying.
Car has a current MOT and is tax exempt.
Only 2 former owners and 35,000 miles on the clock
I have attempted to describe all the work carried out below and be totally honest about the condition of the car. I have receipts of all parts purchased and work carried out.
The old chassis has been discarded and a new Spyder spaceframe fitted.
Brand new alloy wheels and tyres fitted. The wheels are courtesy of Paul Matty who has had a batch of the original type alloy reproduced. These were only fitted to S130 cars, the earlier cars had steel wheels.
It should be noted that the shell has not had a full repaint. It has had a re-spray in the past and should probably be described as very presentable rather than showroom quality finish. There are no star cracks or signs of damage visible but there are some flaws in the paintwork.
The old rotten side members have been removed from the body and new galvanized units fitted with stainless closing plates.
Doors were stripped and everything reassembled with new parts where necessary. New hinges, exterior locks, weather seals have been fitted. The windows work perfectly.
Front bumper has been re-chromed and 90% of the remaining brightwork has been replaced including a new rear bumper.
The front windscreen is bonded in as original but uses an alternative type of rubber seal instead of the standard plastic type with foil inside. This decision was made due to the fact that the original plastic type does not last long and is difficult to seal due to being in two parts.
Dellorto carbs have been stripped and cleaned and rebuilt with genuine Dellorto refurb kit.
The gearbox and diff opened up for inspection - no problems were found, seals and gaskets were replaced.
Braking system replaced with new lines and hoses. Calipers either replaced or refurbished. The Brake & Clutch master cylinders have been overhauled. New front discs.
Brand new lights have been fitted all round.
New stainless exhaust system fitted.
New inner & outer rear wheel bearings fitted
New adjustable rear A-frames with bushes fitted
New solid drive-shafts have been fitted to eliminate the worry over the old rotoflex system
New rear inserts(shocks) fitted
Front suspension was fully overhauled with new top joints, upper & lower bushes
Diff output shaft bearings replaced
Torque rod and anti roll bar bushes replaced
Steering rack stripped and cleaned, new gaiters and track rod ends
Lotocone and top diff mounts renewed.
Internally new carpets, foot mats & underlay have been fitted.
Dash was removed, all gauges and switches checked. New front wiring loom fitted. Overall the original interior remains in good condition.
Specialist work carried out
Tachometer refurbished and upgraded to use electronic ignition by Speedy Cables
Rear Calipers refurbished via Paul Matty
Front bumper re-chromed by Classic & Chrome
Engine machine work by Hammonds in Deeside
Engine
Engine has been fully stripped and rebuilt. The head & block were both in good condition, with no cracking and the head is still well within the limits and has not been over skimmed. The valve guides and the valve stems themselves were in a poor condition so were replaced. Seats were good and have been cut to match the new valves fitted. Head has been lightly skimmed. Pistons were found to be still in very good condition so a hone and new rings have been fitted. The Crank was also found to be in good condition and required a polish only. New main and big end bearings were fitted anyway. Front cover was in good order so a new water pump was fitted.
A comprehensive list of all new parts fitted to the car is available should you wish to see this.
For any further information please feel free to call me on 07528321596

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