Happy 50th Anniversary 1962 Lotus Elan, Lotus two-door sports car, Elan, first came into the world in 1962 through a roadster version, followed by an optional hardtop version a year later and then the coupe version in 1965. And coincide with the convening Goodwood Festival of Speed, Lotus will celebrate the 50th anniversary of one of these legendary models.
Besides being equipped with a disc in the four-wheel discs, Elan also carries a four-wheel independent suspension and various other devices halted luxury of power windows, carpets and heating. In addition to being a source of inspiration for the Mazda Miata, and Lotus Elise, Elan design is still copied by modern models to date. Since 1962, the Lotus Elan has been producing as many as 17.000 units and aura sportinya still felt to this day.
When launched half a century ago, the Lotus Elan compete with rivals like the AC Cobra, Ferrari GTO and the Jaguar E-Type. At that Elan is equipped with several features that became one of the advantages compared to other sports car: light weight paired with modern design. Lotus Elan be present at the right time and bring success to bring the Lotus out when economic conditions are declining.
