1961 Lotus Elite Type 14

1961 Lotus Elite Type 14 Front

This was the first road car produced by Lotus and the racing Type 14 won its class at LeMans 5 times in the 1960’s.  This Elite has a Fiberglass Monocoque Body/chassis and won the 1961 Monte Carlo Rally and finished second in class. It was imported into the US in 1963 by the second owner who left it to the current owner, his daughter.

Taken at the Hilton Head Island Concours d'Elegance & Motoring Festival.

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1961 Lotus Elite Type 14 Interior II

1961 Lotus Elite Type 14 Rear II