{"product_id":"lotus-cars-1952-to-2024-elan-and-2-2-book-set","title":"Lotus: Cars 1952 to 2024 \u0026 Elan and +2 2 Book Set","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis compact and richly illustrated book is part of the popular \u003cstrong\u003eA Pictorial History\u003c\/strong\u003e series and charts the full journey of \u003cstrong\u003eLotus\u003c\/strong\u003e road cars from 1952 through to 2024. Enthusiasts, collectors, and motorsport fans will discover a chronicle of innovation, style, and pure driving excitement that only Lotus can deliver.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFrom the lightweight brilliance of the \u003cstrong\u003eLotus Seven\u003c\/strong\u003e to the exotic \u003cstrong\u003eEsprit \u003c\/strong\u003eand modern \u003cstrong\u003eEvora\u003c\/strong\u003e, each model is examined with rare and previously unpublished photographs, capturing the elegance and engineering genius of the marque. Author \u003cstrong\u003eMatthew Vale\u003c\/strong\u003e — a recognized expert on Lotus — brings his extensive knowledge and passion to this sixth Lotus title, offering clear insight into the brand’s heritage and technical evolution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe book also explores how Lotus’ racing pedigree shaped its road cars, resulting in vehicles that deliver exceptional handling and performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a seasoned Lotus devotee or new to the marque, this compact visual history is a must-have addition to your automotive library.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eA definitive visual guide to every Lotus road car from 1952 to 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eOver 200 rare and never-before-published images in one collectible volume\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eWritten by Matthew Vale — respected author of six books on Lotus and 20+ automotive titles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTable of Contents:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eChapter 1 Introduction\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eChapter 2 Lotus VI\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eChapter 3 Lotus Elite\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eChapter 4 Lotus Seven\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eChapter 5 Lotus Elan\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eChapter 6 Lotus Elan Plus 2\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eChapter 7 Lotus Elite and Eclat\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eChapter 8 Lotus Esprit\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eChapter 9 Lotus Excel\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eChapter 10 Lotus Elan M100\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eChapter 11 Lotus Elise\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eChapter 12 Lotus Exige\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eChapter 12 Lotus Evora\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\nThe Lotus Elan was Colin Chapman and Lotus’ first affordable road car, produced from 1962 and, along with its larger +2 variant, until 1974. As a replacement for the expensive Lotus Elite, the Elan and +2 were both successful sports cars, which carried Lotus through the 1960s and into the 1970s.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e Starting with a brief history of Lotus and the Elan, \u003ci\u003eLotus Elan and +2 Source Book\u003c\/i\u003e provides a detailed originality guide to the Elan and +2, identifying the design changes Lotus made to the models through their lifetimes. An ‘owner’s guide’ provides detailed information on owning and maintaining the cars in tip-top condition, and gives details of common faults and upgrades. The restoration guide gives any potential restorer the information to carry out the tasks needed to bring one of the these cars back from the dead.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e With anecdotes and experiences from current and previous owners of Elans and +2’s, along with many colour photographs the book provides a valuable insight into owning running and racing these iconic cars.","brand":"Midlife Classic Cars","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50719675187480,"sku":"KIT9781836440109\/9781787114593","price":62.66,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0057\/9813\/3831\/files\/kit97818364401099781787114593.jpg?v=1772253589","url":"https:\/\/www.midlifeclassiccars.com\/ar\/products\/lotus-cars-1952-to-2024-elan-and-2-2-book-set","provider":"MidlifeClassicCars.com","version":"1.0","type":"link"}