Detail Info for: 1955 Lotus Other Polished aluminum Lotus 11, Le Mans, series 1, – FW eight engine, – complete and original in all r
Transaction Info
Sold On:
12/16/2016
Price:
$ 175000.00
Condition:
Mileage:
Location:
Sacramento, California, 95825
Seller Type:
Private Seller
Vehicle Specification
Year Make Model:
1955 Lotus Other
Submodel Body Type:
Le Mans coop
Engine:
FWA 1100cc
Transmission:
VIN:
Le Mans
Vehicle Title:
Clear
Drive Train:
Fuel Type:
Gasoline
Standard Equipment:
Optional Equipment:
Vehicle Detail
this is a Lotus 11 Le Mans which has been restored to the highest level of originality and reliability. The suspension is deDion with Girling breaks all around. The differential casing is somewhat unusual in that it has the L-shaped oil sump at the bottom. This sump was only used on a few of the very early production cars. The engine is a Coventry climax FWA1100cc which has been rebuilt using all-new parts including Carrillo rods and forged Pistons with the original L-shaped top rings. Crankshaft original designs having been cracked tested and inspected. The carburetors originalSU which also have been freshly rebuilt. The car runs and drives like a dream. This Lotus 11 is of the highest standard to be obtained. It is ready for the racetrack or as a jewel in a Museum. The car may be inspected in Sacramento, California.
