ELAN S3 FHC - BEST VARIANT, INTERESTING HISTORY

To many the S3 Fixed Head Coupe is the prettiest of all of the variants, and I would not disagree. Presented in beautiful Cirrus White and, pleasingly, retaining many of the original SE features and badging.

Owned for the past ten years by a very well respected member of the Lotus community (not to mention Tyrrell, Bentley, Lola and others) NWD 651F is presented in a very usable condition and with the benefit of a comprehensive portfolio of paperwork chronicling significant work and expenditure during the current owners’ time, including…

Purchase, retrim and fit of Colin Chapman engraved steering wheel

Overhaul of wiper assembly

Overhaul of carburettors

Renew handbrake cable

Clutch slave cylinder and braided clutch hose

Reconditioned starter motor

4 x new tyres (2021)

Renew rear light assemblies

A spreadsheet details all expenditure since purchase ten years ago, totalling in excess of £4850, with all work undertaken on an ‘as required’ basis over the time. Further paperwork includes a substantial number of bills and receipts with parts being acquired from recognised experts where possible including Susan Miller and the South West Lotus Centre. For additional peace of mind, a discreetly located engine immobiliser is fitted to the car.

The external bodywork remains in very good condition with no discernible crazing to the fibreglass and, on the inside, the dashboard shows little signs of cracks or crazing and all upholstery is presented in a great condition.

Viewing will be strictly by appointment please, at the owners’ residence in Norwich, Norfolk. Only offered for sale now due to advancing years.

In summary, a supremely usable example of perhaps the most attractive of Elan variants. For further information and to arrange a viewing, please call 07718 385168 at any time; evenings and weekends always a pleasure.

Many thanks for looking!