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1958 Lotus 11 LeMans Series 2 - SOLD

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Description:


A proper LeMans model with full alloy bodywork, the car features a headrest fairing and passenger
tonneau. The car was the object of a no expense spared, professional restoration in 1990 and and has been developed and prepared by the
restorers since. It features a fully race prepared all steel 1300cc. FWE, ultra-close ration Sprite box and
Sprite differential with limited slip. The front upper links are adjustable for camber, it has adjustable
Konis all around, has mag wobblies. The car is like new, fully developed, and race ready.


History

Chapman's all-conquering sports race clothed in Costin's most beautiful body ever, the Eleven
was produced fronm 1956 thru 1959. Of 270 total only 70 were of the ultimate Series 2 specification.


Competition History

SVRA Florida races '95, '94, Mid Ohio '92

Engine

  • Coventry Climax 1300cc FWE
  • dynoed at 145 bhp
  • to Sasco stage 9 specifications
  • special billet crank
  • special length Carrillo rods
  • special JE pistons
  • five-bearing hi-lift custom camshaft
  • special valve springs
  • custom 7mm titanium valves and keepers
  • head ported
  • Gilmer drive for water pump (underdrive)
  • aluminum flywheel
  • lightweight clutch
  • custom exhaust headers
Fuel System

  • fuel cell
Oil/Water System

  • aluminum water radiator
  • oil cooler
Body

  • LeMans model, alloy body, excellent condition, painted red
  • tonneau over passenger's seat
  • head fairing
Chassis

  • Extra tubes added over the years have been replaced or removed
  • car has been lightened by use of chromalloy rollover bar
  • adjustable Konis
  • Adjustable front upper links for camber adjustment


  • Carbon brake pads
  • original wobbly web magnesium wheels, Dunlop tires
Interior

  • fire system with aluminum bottle
Spares

  • chassis springs