Lotus Elise

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	Lotus Elise (Type 111) period: 1996 - 2001 engine: 1.796cc K-series/118 bhp
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	Lotus Elise Motorsport (Type 111) period: 1999 - 2002 engine: 1.796cc K-series/200 bhp # made: 65 Designed for a special Lotus managed race series it features a tuned VHPD K-series engine giving in excess of 200bhp.
	Lotus Elise 50th Anniversary (Type 111) period: 1998 engine: 1.796cc K-series/118 bhp # made: 50 This is a special edition car based on the standard model. It is was launched in late 1998 and only 50 were produced. It was available in one colour only, a metallic green with two tone green/beige leather seats. It also had unique decals and a certificate of authenticity.
	Lotus Elise Sport 190 (Type 111) period: 1998 - 1999 engine: 1.796cc K-series/190 bhp # made: n.a. For track use only
	Lotus Elise 49 (Type 111) period: 1999 engine: 1.796cc K-series/118 bhp # made: n.a. To commemorate Lotus' "Grand Prix glory and racing history". It's painted in the same red, gold and white colour scheme as the Lotus Type 49 Formula One racing car but was also available with a yellow, white and gold colour combination.
	Lotus Elise Heritage / Type 79 (Type 111) period: 1999 engine: 1.796cc K-series/118 bhp # made: 122 A limited run of 100 left-hand drive Elises in Black with gold wheels and grilles. The interior has a yellow/gold chamois effect seat panel and yellow/gold dash. These are a special run at the request of the Italian dealer network and although they are in JPS colours (gold instead of the original yellow), they are badged as 'Heritage' since Lotus don't hold the rights to the JPS mark. A limited run of 50 was planned in right-hand drive form and were sold as the Type 79. These were available with both standard and VVC engines; 22 RHD cars were built.
	Lotus Elise Sport 135 (Type 111) period: 1998 - 1999 engine: 1.796cc K-series/135 bhp # made: 85
	Lotus Elise 111S (Type 111) period: 1999 - 2001 engine: 1.796cc K-series VVC/143 bhp #made: 1.487
	Lotus Elise Millenium Edition (Type 111) period: 2000 engine: 1.796cc K-series/118 bhp # made: This is a special edition launched to mark the Millenium.
	Lotus Elise Sport 160 (Type 111) period: 2000 - 2001 engine: 1.796cc K-series/160 bhp (upgrade kit to 190bhp) # made: 311 # made in total : app. 12.000 (S1)
	Lotus Elise CNG (Type 111) This one should not really be listed here as it was not a production car, but we thought it would be nice to make our information as complete as we can. A standard Lotus Elise was converted to BI-fuel gasoline and compressed natural gas. The gas fuel system was integrated into the vehicle architecture to avoid any loss of passenger or luggage space. The vehicle is able to exhibit almost identical performance to a standard gasoline Elise with no loss of passenger or luggage space.
	Lotus Elise 340 R (Type 111) period: 2000 engine: 1.796cc K-series VHPD/177 bhp #made: 340
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	Lotus Elise S2 (Type 111) period: 2000 - engine: 1.796cc K-series/120 - 156 bhp # made:
	Lotus Elise S2 Sport 135 (Type 111) period: 2002 The 135 upgrade kit gives the Elise 135hp at 6200 rpm and 175Nm of torque at 4850 rpm, 0-62 mph in 5.4 secs, 0-100 mph in 14.9 secs and a maximum speed of 129 mph.
	Lotus Elise S2 Sport 190 (Type 111) period: 2002 - 2003 engine: 1.796cc K-series/190 bhp # made: Each S2 Sport 190 car is tailor made by Lotus Motorsport and although not strictly road legal, by deleting certain standard items the car can be made road legal.
	Lotus Elise S2 Type 72 (Type 111) period: 2002 engine: 1.796cc K-series/120 bhp # made: The Elise Type 72 reflects the racing heritage of the Type 72 with the Black and Gold livery.
	Lotus Elise S2 111 (Type 111) period: 2002 - 2004 engine: 1.796cc K-series VVC/156 bhp # made:
	Lotus Elise S2 111 S (Type 111) period: 2002 - 2004 engine: 1.796cc K-series VVC/156 bhp # made: This car is identical to the 111 but features leather seats and trim, an upgraded stereo and carpets.
	Lotus Elise S2 Type 25 (Type 111) period: 2002 engine: 1.796cc K-series/122 bhp # made: 50 The Lotus Elise Type 25 commemorates 40 years since the groundbreaking Type 25 won it's first Grand Prix changing the racing world forever.
	Lotus Elise S2 Type 23 (Type 111) period: 2003 engine: 1.796cc K-series/122 bhp # made: ? Was this just a colorchange ???
	Lotus Elise S2 Type 49 (Type 111) period: 2002 engine: 1.796cc K-series/122 bhp # made: 100 Limited edition: Only 100 cars (individually numbered) produced for the UK market, cars on sale in Europe and rest of the world are not limited. The 100 UK editions have the following extra's: A copy of ‘The Lotus book, the complete history of Lotus Cars’, signed by Clive Chapman, owner of Classic Team Lotus and son of Lotus founder Colin Chapman A Type 49 scaled model and personalised poster of the original GP car A visit to Classic Team Lotus including an exclusive tour of the garages housing some of the original Formula one race cars and your picture taken with the original Type 49 A visit the home of Lotus Cars and an exclusive factory tour looking at the way Lotus Cars are produced today (these tours will take place in Spring 2003) A certificate giving you details and certification of the exclusivity of your limited edition Elise A unique heritage plate stating the limited edition number of your Lotus Elise Type 49
	Lotus Elise S2 Type 135R (Type 111) period: 2003 engine: 1.796cc K-series/135 bhp # made: Developed by Lotus Sport and Performance in conjunction with the Lotus Ride and Handling team, the Lotus Sport Elise 135R has been designed to provide ultimate performance both on and off the track.
	Lotus Elise S2 Type 99T (Type 111) period: 2003 engine: 1.796cc K-series/156 bhp # made: ? Painted in unique 'Saffron Yellow' with subtle blue detailing to mirror that of the original race car, the Elise Type 99T commemorates one of the most recognisable cars in the history of Formula One. Left hand drive only! Unique black Lotus styled eight spoke wheels complete the racing look from the exterior. The interior is furnished in perforated black leather sports seats and door panels, complemented by a black alcantara dash panel. Cross-drilled brakes, CD player, black soft-top and black carpets complete the look.
	Lotus Elise S2 111R (Type 111) period: 2004 - engine: 1796 cc Toyota VVTL-i / 189 bhp # made: Toyota engine tuned by Lotus. The VVTL-i is short for Variable Valve Timing and Lift-Intelligent. 6-Speed gearbox.
	Elise Esthi Project by Brandes & Dschüdow in Germany, the The Esthi is a Lotus Elise with an Audi engine replacing the Rover or Toyota engine. 3 cars have been built. High developement costs led to insolvency of company. Engine: V6 30valve 2671cc Biturbo Audi Cosworth engine tuned by MTM, rated at 428bhp Esthi was planned to be marketed in two versions; <2.4 and unlimited <3.4 , less than 2.4 kg per horse power 2.4 using Audi biturbo and 3.4 using supercharged K series engine. 1 x 2.4 (1 yellow) and 2 x 3.4 (yellow,black) were built.
	Lotus Elise S2 Sports Racer period: 2005 - 2006 engine: 1796 cc Toyota VVTL-i / 189 bhp Limited to 199 cars including both colours
	Lotus Elise S2 S (Type 111) period: 2006 - engine: 1794 cc Toyota VVTL-i / 134 bhp # made:. See the press release for more information, click here.
	Lotus Elise S2 R (Type 111) period: 2006 - engine: 1796 cc Toyota VVTL-i / 189 bhp # made:. Was refered to as 111R before.
	Lotus Elise S2 72D (Type 111) period: 2007 engine: 1796 cc Toyota VVTL-i / 189 bhp # made: 50 35th Anniversary Commemorative Edition type 72D. This exclusive Collectible Edition model memorializes the Lotus 72. It was in this vehicle that the legendary Emerson Fittipaldi proved unstoppable, winning five of eleven races in 1972, thus becoming the youngest champion in F1 history. Each 72D is sequentially numbered, individually signed by both Clive Chapman (son of Lotus Founder Colin Chapman) and Michael J. Kimberley (Group Lotus CEO) and specially certified with documentation of the vehicle’s legacy. A type 72D commemorative driving helmet with display case is included with each vehicle. This collectible edition will be offered in the very limited quantity of just 50 units worldwide.
	Lotus Elise S 40th Anniversary (Type 111) period: 2007-2008 engine: 1796 cc Toyota VVTL-i DHOC / 134 bhp # made: 50 available for mainland Europe Have a look at the press release for more information, click here
	Lotus Elise SC (Super Charger) (Type 111) period: 2008 - engine: 1796 cc Toyota VVTL-i DHOC with Magnuson supercharcher/ 220 bhp Please read the press release for more information, click here and here. # made:
	Lotus Elise S2 California Special (Type 111) period: 2008 engine: 1796 cc Toyota VVTL-i / 189 bhp # made: 50 The 2008 Limited California Special Edition of the Lotus Elise features significant bodywork and trim upgrades designed specifically for the lifestyle market. This edition will initially be offered in a limited quantity of 50 units worldwide - twenty-five in Saffron Yellow and twenty-five in Ardent Red. Upgrades include Touring Pack, rear spoiler, cast wheels, two-tone plush leather interior, hardtop, Alpine sound system and Starshield.
	Clark Type 25 Elise SC (Type 111) period: 2008 engine: 1796 cc Toyota VVTL-i DHOC with Magnuson supercharcher/ 220 bhp Please read the press release for more information, click here # made: 25
	Lotus Elise S2 Club Racer (Type 111) period: 2009 engine: 1796 cc Toyota VVTL-i DHOC / 134 bhp # made: Available in 4 colors; Lotus have brought back Sky Blue, Elite Yellow, Old English White and Carbon Grey and applied them to a modern day Lotus. The exclusive Elise Club Racer colours extend to the transmission tunnel and the bucket seats. Light weight and supportive, they feature suede effect pads that allow the vehicles' body colours to shine through. No carpet, the extruded aluminum pedals are set against an anodised mesh floor. Specially designed for the Elise Club Racer, it`s a weight saving measure that also adds to the minimalist racer looks. The Elise Club Racer sits on a very special set of wheels. The lightweight 6 spoke alloys are finished in anthracite to match the custom interior components. Wrapped in bespoke Yokohama AD07 LTS tyres, the result is limpet-like grip on the most challenging of roads and tracks. More information in the press release, click here
	Lotus Elise S2 (Type 111) modelyear 2011 period: april 2010 - engine: 1ZR-FAE 1.6 litre engine with Valvematic and Dual VVT-I technology, 134 BHP # made: For the 2011 model year, the Elise range will consist of the following variants: Lotus Elise – 136 PS, less than 155 g of CO2 /km – new 1.6 litre engine Lotus Elise R - 192 PS, 196 g of CO2 /km - 1.8 litre engine Lotus Elise SC – 220 PS, 199 g of CO2 /km - 1.8 litre supercharged engine See all the details in the press release, please click here
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