17th Mar, 2024 12:00
The Bolesworth Castle March 2024 Classic & Performance Car Auction
2003 Lotus Elise
Complete with full service history
Registration - VA53 VAA
Chassis No. - SCCGA11104HC70587
M.O.T. - April 2024
Odometer - 51,900
Well-kept Lotus Elises are highly prized, and this version offered here is one such model. Presented in gunmetal grey with black interior and black alloy wheels, ‘VA53 VAA’ is a superb example of the Series II sportscar. Powered by the 1.8-litre Rover K-Series engine, the straight-four unit is mounted transversely, providing a free-revving character for this lightweight roadster. Offered by the vendor complete with full service history, invoices, and handbook, this example of the Elise has only covered 51,900 miles, as supported by MOT records, and is completely original, save for the wheels which have been refurbished black. The body is rated as in good condition – as is the interior – and the paint has been ceramic coated for increased protection from the elements. The running gear is all regarded as in excellent condition by the vendor.
The Elise is one of Lotus’s biggest success stories, launched in 1996 with the Series I. Thanks to its deliberately low kerb weight, it was able to accelerate from 0-60mph in a supercar humbling 5.8 seconds, and that’s just the entry-level model. As time went on, more powerful versions were introduced, and a full hard-top model was spun off with the Exige. In 2000, the Series II was introduced, continuing the good work carried out by the Series I. It kept the Rover K-Series engine for a time, but Lotus phased in a Toyota equivalent over the life of the Series II, and again, Lotus gradually offered more powerful versions, though always kept with a ‘base’ model in keeping with the company founder, Colin Chapman’s ideology. The Series III ran from 2011 until 2022, when it was dropped with a focus on electric models in the pipeline. But expect a small, lightweight Lotus back at some point in the future, quite simply because nobody does a compact, driver-focused roadster better.
In summary:
· A refined and striking, low-mileage example
· Specification includes a long list of desirable upgrades
· Comprehensive history file and service record
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Estimated at £16,000 - £18,000Registration - VA53 VAA
Chassis No. - SCCGA11104HC70587
M.O.T. - April 2024
Odometer - 51,900
Well-kept Lotus Elises are highly prized, and this version offered here is one such model. Presented in gunmetal grey with black interior and black alloy wheels, ‘VA53 VAA’ is a superb example of the Series II sportscar. Powered by the 1.8-litre Rover K-Series engine, the straight-four unit is mounted transversely, providing a free-revving character for this lightweight roadster. Offered by the vendor complete with full service history, invoices, and handbook, this example of the Elise has only covered 51,900 miles, as supported by MOT records, and is completely original, save for the wheels which have been refurbished black. The body is rated as in good condition – as is the interior – and the paint has been ceramic coated for increased protection from the elements. The running gear is all regarded as in excellent condition by the vendor.
The Elise is one of Lotus’s biggest success stories, launched in 1996 with the Series I. Thanks to its deliberately low kerb weight, it was able to accelerate from 0-60mph in a supercar humbling 5.8 seconds, and that’s just the entry-level model. As time went on, more powerful versions were introduced, and a full hard-top model was spun off with the Exige. In 2000, the Series II was introduced, continuing the good work carried out by the Series I. It kept the Rover K-Series engine for a time, but Lotus phased in a Toyota equivalent over the life of the Series II, and again, Lotus gradually offered more powerful versions, though always kept with a ‘base’ model in keeping with the company founder, Colin Chapman’s ideology. The Series III ran from 2011 until 2022, when it was dropped with a focus on electric models in the pipeline. But expect a small, lightweight Lotus back at some point in the future, quite simply because nobody does a compact, driver-focused roadster better.
In summary:
· A refined and striking, low-mileage example
· Specification includes a long list of desirable upgrades
· Comprehensive history file and service record
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: The Bolesworth Castle March 2024 Classic & Performance Car Auction, 17th Mar, 2024
Our March auction of classic and performance cars
Viewing Days:
Saturday 16th March,12 noon - 6pm
Sunday 17th March, 9am - 12 noon
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