1991 Lotus Elan SE Turbo review from UK and Ireland
"The best front wheel drive car money can buy!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
Nothing has gone wrong yet. It is running fine.
General comments?
I bought my Elan in August 2006 as a third car to run at weekends and just for fun etc. It has a full history and has had recent full services. It is in excellent condition.
I have been aiming to get one of these for ages. It's legendary handling is even better than I expected. This is the fastest I have ever handled 'B' road bends! It is a real thrill when the turbo kicks in at 3500 revs!
The interior is very 1990's, but functional and accessible, except the clock behind the indicator stalk.
The exterior is..well...the prettiest car ever designed?
I love this car. There isn't anything better on the road!
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| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Model year | 1991 |
| Year of manufacture | 1991 |
| First year of ownership | 2006 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 2006 |
| Engine and transmission | Elan SE turbo Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 10 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 10 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 7 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 76300 miles |
| Most recent distance | 78000 miles |
| Previous car | BMW 3 Series |
| Date of Entry | 13th December, 2006 |