Lotus Elan
  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Still worth the same now as it was 2 years ago.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Expensive to service and parts rare.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    You just have to love driving it.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    It goes - but who needs to in this head turner!

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Regular services etc needed.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    See performance review...

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    I'm over 6ft and fit in fine!

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Need to add a decent alarm / immobiliser yourself.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Other

    Had to re-condition break calipers; roof leaks in heavy rain; turbo dial has just gone MAD!

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes