Lot details Registration No: D262SNA Chassis No: SCCD89912HHD12413 Mot Expiry: Oct 2006
The final evolution of the Lotus Eclat, the Excel SE was praised by the contemporary motoring press for its strong performance and superlative handling. Remaining faithful to the marque's well-proven 'backbone' chassis design, it utilised a galvanised version fitted with all round independent coil-sprung suspension, disc brakes and high geared rack and pinion steering. Powered by a 2174cc DOHC four-cylinder engine allied to either five-speed manual or four-speed automatic transmission, the model was credited with some 180bhp and 165lbft of torque. Boasting a well equipped 2+2 interior, it proved an altogether more practical proposition than its Esprit stablemate.
Finished in red with red leather upholstery, this particular example is variously described by the vendor as being in "good" (Lotus 'twin-cam' engine, ZF automatic gearbox, interior trim, chassis, tyres) "very good" (paintwork) or "excellent" (bodywork) condition. Though, he notes that the central locking is suffering from a "minor intermittent fault". Reportedly treated to a recent cambelt change, it further benefits from the provision of cruise control and alloy wheels (including a spare). Said to be "a pleasure to drive", it was apparently in its last owner's possession for seven years. Far rarer than its manual siblings, this nicely presented Excel Automatic is offered for sale with sundry service records / receipts, "past MOT certificates (from 1994-2006)" and current MOT certificate valid until 24th October 2006.
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