Lotus Elan and Lotus Elan Plus 2 Forums

Hello Everyone,

I have become a recent Lotus Elan enthusiast.

I have been interested and have restored many different makes and models of classic cars over the last 30+ years.

Recently through a twist of fate I heard of a Lotus Elan that had been in the same family ownership for 30+ years.
They hinted that the car might be sold and would I be interested.

I would like to find out more information about the car if possible.
The details are as follows....

Paint Code LO4.
Unit Number..73081638L
Engine Number..P/30874
Alt Number..Type 50.

Any information would be greatly appreciated.

Classic Mike.

Belonging to one owner for more than 30 years is not unusual in our Lotus Elan fraternity

Someone will be along soon I expect to tell you more about your Plus 2.

And asking for more photos

Registration number ?

Hello,

I just wondered why you need the registration number.?

Welcome Mike, Enjoy

Can anyone break down the above codes for me please.?

Paint Code LO4 = Cirrus White
Unit Number..73081638L = 73 = 1973, 08 = August, 1638 is unit number, L means UK spec
Engine Number..P/30874 =, Engine number, should be stamped on a ledge on the iron block under the carbs, hard to see
Alt Number..Type 50. = Lotus Elan +2

Thank you for the information.

Lotus Elan now purchased this evening.

We are now.... Happy Bunnies.

Classic Mike

Welcome aboard Mike. Looks like a very nice example. Enjoy. Stu

Congrats Mike!

Congratulations!

Mark

Congratulations on the arrival of your new baby.
Where abouts in Cambs are you? I live in Red lodge (Suffolk) and work in Newton, Cambridge. Maybe see you around in it.
Keith.

The interior.

The dashboard and front.

This really looks like my old car - RHT900M... is it??