MA Elan Coupe???

[jcerier]

I have my heart set on an Elan coupe someday in the future. I'm just wondering if there is anyone with a coupe in eastern MA or northern RI who would be willing to let me come sit in yours? I just want to make sure that I fit - I am a hair under 6ft tall. Would love to go for a ride, but the roads are pretty yucky right now.

Thanks in advance.

-Jeff

[trw99]

Hi Jeff

Welcome and you will not have a problem sitting in an Elan coupe or FHC. We have forum members well over your height who enjoy their Elans.

Tim

[adigra]

People up to about 6'3" have been in my car without any issues, and are always surprised at the amount of room. The Elan has a lot of leg room. My father in law, who is a bit over 6', used to have a coupe himself without issues.

The only issue might be original steering wheels as you have to squeeze your knees under them.

Regards,
Adi

[RotoFlexible]

I am 6'4+", but have shrunk (from 6'6") since the S2 came into our family in 1967. I have a 36" inseam, and have no trouble with legroom, although my right leg is more bent than I would like. With the clutch at the floor, my left leg is straight out. I also have no trouble fitting under the ragtop, but my eye height is such that it's difficult to see traffic lights when waiting at an intersection. I am currently using a small steering wheel while the original awaits restoration, and it does aid the cramped feeling.

I am in the Concord MA area. I don't have a coupe, but you are welcome to sit (and ride, when the roads are reasonable) the S2 if it's convenient for you.

[Pistacchio sprint 72]

I am 1 meter 86. I fit tight in my sprint fhc. My hairs touch the roof. I will not fit With a helmet in.

[Pistacchio sprint 72]

If i change to a lower seat, may be the helmet would fit

[Elanintheforest]

I will not fit With a helmet in.

That would make your eyes water when you close the doors!

6ft 5'' and growing, with fairly knackered back, and I fit a treat and the Coupe is comfy.

Mark

[Pistacchio sprint 72]

Very Nice pic!
How do you explain it? May be your seat is dead and your ass touch the floor?

That was my possible idea, fitting may be a race bucket to sit low...

[Jeff@Jae]

Tony "[email protected]" has a nice S4 coupe available.

[CBUEB1771]

Height is not the only issue, width across shoulders can be a problem. I know of a couple of people, myself included, who are not comfortable in an Elan because the top of the door is always pressing into your shoulder. If not for this problem my +2 would have gone for a Coupe a long time ago.

[cal44]

That is why I buy Plus 2's. When you own them......"there is no compromise".

Mike