Restore options for Elan plus 2

[JunzieB]

Hi guys,
Hoping I can get some assistance to point me in the right direction.
I recently came across this 71 Elan. It’s been gifted to me but has been sitting for over 30 years. It’s a beautiful car that I would love to see running at 100% again but I don’t know where to start in locating a trusted shop to supply parts or perform the task.
I’d love to say I’d do it myself but I’d be lying as I barely have the time to perform the tasks on my current summer cars.
I’ve been made offers to sell the car but I don’t feel I wouldn’t be doing it justice as it’s a once in a lifetime opportunity to own this machine.
Any assistance or advice would be appreciated.
I’m located in Ontario Canada.

Thanks in advance for any input.

[JunzieB]

Forgot to add a pic of the engine and odometer.

[h20hamelan]

try one of the Lotus clubs, Ontario & Canada

[JonB]

If you don't have time to restore it now, why not store it until you do have time?

Assuming you are confident enough to undertake it, an owner restoration is a very rewarding pastime.

Another way might be to recommission it as-is just to get it running, then use it a while for fun.

If you get a restoration done professionally, it will cost you way more than the car is worth.

Oh, lucky you for being gifted a Lotus. Welcome to the forum!

[JunzieB]

I’ll be honest, prior to inheriting this car I already have a car problem with 2 summer only cars and 3 others. I was at the point where I realized I barely have enough time to enjoy them all by doing individual projects so I’m afraid if I delay, it’ll collect dust and be forgotten due to lack of space and time for restoration.
It’ll always be easier to drive the ones that are up and running when I have the time rather than find the time to get this one going.
It’s a good problem to have. Lol!

[JunzieB]

try one of the Lotus clubs, Ontario & Canada

I never thought of looking that up, I’ll look into what ones are around here if any.
Thank you.