1971 Lotus Seven S4
'Fast-road' specification with engine tuned by Craig Beck Racing Ltd

'FTX 99K' is 1 of just c.664 Lotus-built Seven S4s and was first registered in October 1971, still retaining its original number today. Our vendor became the fifth owner some five years ago, when the chassis plate S4/3077/GT was confirmed to be unique by John Watson, the Lotus Seven Register's registrar. With a displayed mileage of some 66,000, in current ownership the Lotus has been extensively restored with the chassis refurbished by Neil Fowler Motorsport. The vendor has kindly supplied the following information, "During the restoration, the Seven benefitted from a fully rebuilt 1700cc crossflow on twin 40s, checked and tuned by Craig Beck Racing Ltd and measured at 125bhp with lots of torque!" In addition, there's a custom-built stainless steel exhaust manifold and silencer box, gearbox overhauled by BGH Geartech, new front discs and pads, a new race battery, adjustable Spax damper/spring platforms all round, custom-made wind deflectors, refurbished original seats and new belts. Gaining points in the desirability stakes, the vendor has had an S4 hardtop made from the original Lotus mould. A factory option priced at £65.00, only a few were sold in period, and this new top is fitted with a practical perspex opening rear window. The Lotus is also supplied with a history file, roll-out tonneau and a current V5C.