195 Lotus Elan S2000 26R
Make: | Lotus |
Model: | Elan |
SubModel: | S2000 26R |
Type: | Coupe |
Trim: | Race Car |
Year: | 1965 |
Mileage: | 1 |
VIN: | 26-s2-29 |
Color: | Red |
Engine: | 1.6 Inline 4 |
Cylinders: | 4 |
Fuel: | 110 |
Transmission: | Manual |
Drive type: | RWD |
Interior color: | Black |
Vehicle Title: | Rebuilt, Rebuildable & Reconstructed |
Item location: | Spring Park, Minnesota, United States |
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Description of 1965 Lotus Elan S2000 26R |
History: The 26R is the lightweight racing version of the Lotus Elan road car. Only 52 Series One and 45 Series Two 26Rs were built. Lotus factory records show that this car sold to Dutchess Motors in Millerton, New York. The car’s authenticity is well-documented with period photographs and a letter from Peter Brand of Lotus Cars England, correspondence from the various owners, and it is recognized by Tony Thompson, the Lotus Registrar, as 26S229. 26-S2-29 had a successful USA, SCCA and Canadian racing history with Max Narriere and Harry Bysie, Canadian “C” production champion in 1968. Many time race winner in historic racing in past years. Has racing log book and current FIA HTP papers This car has an extensive racing history that can be provided to an interested party. It has spent its recent time at Donnybrooke Motorsports in Spring Park, MN for all service, race prep,and track side service. There is a historical technical passport on this car as well, along with meticulous records. Ownership History 1965 Lotus 26R Chassis # 26-S2-29 Dutchess Auto Sales Max Narriere Harry Bisye Don Orosco Steve Forristall Cars Ronald Finger Grand Prix Classics Rob Burt Mike Taradash Thomas Shelton Grand Prix Classics Hans Hugenholtz Donnybrooke Motorsports http://www.motorsportmagazine.com/archive/article/june-2009/116/lotus-elan-26rhttp://www.grandprixclassics.com/1965-lotus-26r/ Please contact Donnybrooke Motorsports with any questions. 952-471-0072 |