Description: Lotus Elite : Colin Chapman's first GT Car Hardbackby Matthew Vale The Lotus Elite was a turning point for Lotus. First produced at the end of the 1950s, it marked Lotus' transition from a maker of small racing cars, which had limited utility on the road, to the producer of a highly sophisticated road and race car. In the Elite, Lotus exploited its knowledge of new technology and racing pedigree to produce a car which, with its glass fibre monocoque and Coventry Climax engine, had the potential to be a world beater. This book gives an insight into the reasons the car was produced and its importance in Lotus' history, especially in the production of lightweight innovative cars. Through interviews with Elite owners, first hand accounts provide a good overview of owning one of these iconic cars, covering its foibles and quirks as well as its exemplary roadholding, handling and performance. Illustrated with many colour photographs, along with period advertising material, the book provides a valuable insight into owning, running and racing these iconic cars. Format:HardbackPages:176 pages, 250Publisher:David & CharlesPublication Date:15/04/2021Category:History of engineering & technologyMotor cars: general interestISBN:9781787115170 NEW Books from family run Booksellers. Our carefully selected titles are in stock and posted in either cardboard packaging or other protective envelopes. As stock holding booksellers, each book is packed by us direct from our shelves.
Price: 22.99 GBP
Location: Southampton
End Time: 2025-01-01T16:19:07.000Z
Shipping Cost: N/A GBP
Product Images
Item Specifics
Return postage will be paid by: Buyer
Returns Accepted: Returns Accepted
After receiving the item, your buyer should cancel the purchase within: 30 days
Return policy details:
Subject Area: Motor Vehicles
Features: Illustrated
Country/Region of Manufacture: United Kingdom
Publisher: Veloce Publishing LTD
Item Height: 250 mm
Subject: Engineering & Technology
Publication Year: 2021
Number of Pages: 176 Pages
Publication Name: Lotus Elite: Colin Chapman's First Gt Car
Language: English
Type: Textbook
Author: Matthew Vale
Item Width: 250 mm
Format: Hardcover
