Lotus Elan Sprint DHC

This Elan Sprint was built in 1972 as a fixed-head coupe in orange with a white two-tone roof. The Sprint was the last and quickest of the original Elans, and this one has since been converted to a drophead, which is how many enthusiasts prefer the car.

Its first owner kept it for 42 years and covered about 37,000 miles. After it came off the road, a later owner carried out a full nut-and-bolt restoration with a photographic record. The colour was changed to Lotus Lagoon Blue metallic with Cirrus White, and the engine was rebuilt without needing a re-bore or machining, which supports the low original mileage.

The car passed through Paul Matty Sportscars in 2016. The current owner bought it in 2023 and had further work done. The dealer reports that it drives well, feels quick and handles sweetly thanks to its light weight. A deposit has been taken.