1961 Lotus Elite Mk14 Super 95
A 1961 Lotus Elite Super 95, chassis EB-1947, powered by its original Coventry Climax FWE 1,216cc engine. Originally supplied by Western Motors of Edinburgh, the car has an established history in UK and European historic competition and carries a valid FIA Historic Technical Passport certifying eligibility for Period E events in class GTS4. Recently comprehensively serviced to FIA specification, it represents a well-prepared and race-ready example of this pioneering fibreglass-monocoque GT.
Ownership
- 2015-07-23Auction saleSold £59,000 (≈ $74K)
- 2025-08-22Auction saleEstimate £80,000 – £100,000
- Date unknownFactory deliveryWestern Motors of Edinburghpartial documentation
Original supplying dealership for the car when new in 1961.
- Date unknownUnknown prior owner(s) before auction house salenone documentation
- Date unknownAuctionOwner acquired via auction house sale approximately ten years priorpartial documentation
Purchased at a sale conducted by the present vendor's firm roughly a decade before this listing; the car was subsequently used in historic racing across the UK and Europe.
Competition
- —FIA Pre-63 GT SeriesFIA Pre-63 GT Series
Car is confirmed eligible and has been campaigned in this series among others.
- —Historic UK and European competition events
The car was actively raced across Britain and continental Europe during the ownership period following its auction sale approximately ten years ago.
Maintenance & restoration
- —Mechanical
Full gearbox overhaul carried out using authentic ZF parts, accompanied by replacement of drive belts, installation of a fire suppression system, and general servicing, all completed to current FIA technical requirements.
Work described as completed in the weeks immediately preceding the sale; car reported fully ready for competition.
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