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The Lotus Sport Elise

Although based on the remarkable chassis of the road-going Elise, the Sport Elise was designed to be pure racecar, through and through.  The unbridled success of the car in competition this year has been such that no dramatic changes are necessary for 2001; it will be a case of evolution rather than revolution. Subtle dynamic changes to the suspension and aerodynamics are being developed, coupled with further work to reduce the weight of the car - one of the traditional Lotus hallmarks.  The result will be a refined racecar which oozes enhanced style and performance whilst still reflecting the original genius of Colin Chapman.

The Lotus Sport Elise racecar proves the theory of racing improving the breed because every part can be bolted directly onto the standard Elise.  Lotus Sport will ensure that the new racing developments are on sale to anyone wishing to upgrade the performance of their Elise.

Further, Lotus Motorsport provides technical support and race products for privateers competing in national race series around the world as well as offering performance parts to existing Lotus owners competing at club racing level. The Lotus Sport Elise is currently enjoying particular success in the ultra-competitive Grand Touring category in both Australia and Belgium.  In total over 30 cars have been sold to teams around the world for events ranging from circuit racing, to endurance racing, to hillclimbs and even tarmac rallying.

Technical Specification

Engine:	Transverse mid mounted 4 cylinder water-cooled Displacement: 1796cc Bore: 80mm Stroke: 89.3mm Power: 200 bhp Maximum rpm: 8000 Double overhead camshaft with hydraulic tappets Electronic multi-point fuel injection Janspeed performance exhaust Water cooled with oil cooler Electronic engine management system
Transmission:	Quaife straight-cut close ratio 5 speed gearbox Torque biasing differential Motorsport driveshafts
Body:	Aerodynamic composite bodywork with front splitter and adjustable rear wing. Modified engine cover and air scoop to aid cooling
Chassis:	Lotus-designed structure of epoxy bonded aluminium extrusions Fireproof rear bulkhead
Suspension:	Fully independent front and rear double wishbone suspension Dynamic Suspensions 2 way adjustable racing dampers Eibach race springs Adjustable front anti-roll bar
Steering:	Rack and pinion
Brakes:	Front: 295 mm     Rear: 295mm Cross-drilled ventilated discs Brake bias adjustment valve AP Racing 4 piston calipers on front and 2 piston calipers on rear Mintex 1166 brake pads
Unlaiden Weight:	700kg
Wheels:	Team Dynamics alloy, Front: 7j x 16 Rear: 8.5j x 17
Tyres:	Yokohama radial slick and wet racing tyres Front: 190/580R16     Rear: 230/625 R17
Motorsport Equipment:	Recaro race seat with 6 point harness Safety Devices full roll cage Electronic fire extinguisher system Ignition cut off switch Stack motorsport instrumentation with data logger Revised electrical switch panel Performance brake lines