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VIN 0047J

1971 Lotus Elan S4 Coupe

Bring a Trailer
Listed bySheppo
Melbourne, Australia47,213 milesManual
SoldOct 22, 2014
Sold for$31,000
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Summary
This 1971 Lotus Elan S4 coupe has been recently restored to fast road specification, featuring a tuned Lotus twin-cam engine producing 183 HP and 134 ft/lbs, built with a lightweight stroker crank, Cosworth rods, and JE forged pistons. The car also boasts CV joint drive shafts, a powder-coated chassis, and a well-appointed cabin with black upholstery and nice dash veneer. Power is transmitted through a standard 4-speed manual transmission with a Tilton clutch.
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22 (7%)
Sep 3, 2026
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Transmission
322 (97%)
Oct 7, 2026
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Listing history

1 appearance
  • Oct 22, 2014
    Bring a Trailer
    Sold· this listing
    $31k
Bid History
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Sold for
$31k
#2 of Elans in 2014
Top 50% of all listings in 2014
Bids
16
#1 of Elans in 2014
Top 10% of all listings in 2014
Comments
64
#2 of Elans in 2014
Top 10% of all listings in 2014
Top Comments
Stephen_Fowler I don't care how unreasonable my significant other is being, there is still room in the living room to park ... View more
Denis_Lupton To all concerned I was fortunate enough to be one of three other people,as well as the owner, present during the ... View more
Pharriso "This Lotus is simply gorgeous" Apart from those ridiculous mirrors on the doors!
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