Buckle up! Fire in the house! There's no better way to get close to the sun than sitting in this little bundle of joy. Rarely will you find a car radiating as much zest for life and joy as the Lotus Elise. It's pure energy. Fresh, cheerful, and easily the best in the featherweight class. The Elise is itching to offer you the most thrilling driving experience of your life. Ready? Let's enjoy the ride!

Back in 1997, the initial series of Lotus Elises (1.8-16V 120) ushered in a new era for lightweight sports cars. The magic was in the materials. Crafted with a blend of aluminum, the Elise epitomizes the iconic Lotus ethos of "optimal performance through lightness". Aluminum became the cornerstone for the Elise. Not just in its body but also in its chassis structure. An ingenious combination of bonded extruded aluminum ensured unmatched rigidity and strength while keeping weight at a minimum. Throughout the Elise's design, lightweight components were strategically placed with precision. Not a simple build process, but rather technical precision at play! The result? A racing beast weighing in at under 700 kilograms. Guaranteed fun! Sometimes, less truly is more...

The main goal of weight optimization was clear: to make you ecstatic. To provide an exhilarating experience that sends butterflies into your stomach. Something that's impossible not to smile about. That's exactly where this Lotus shines. Its lightness and balanced performance make the Elise a master of corners. The car becomes an extension of your body; it responds instantly to every subtle turn of the steering wheel and seems to dance on the road. The feeling of speed amplifies due to the lack of distractions—no extras, just you, the car, and the road. The direct feedback from the steering and the low center of gravity creates an unparalleled connection with the road, turning every corner into an invitation to push a little further. The engine's roar behind your head intensifies the experience an exhilarating interplay between man and machine.

Seldom will you find an Elise as stunning as the one in our showroom. With only 45,000 kilometers on the clock, this 1997 first series Lotus is in an amazingly fine condition. The Lotus was initially delivered new in Germany, before it came to the Netherlands in 2007 to be in the possession of the previous owner for 14 years. It has always been excellently maintained, as evidenced by the complete maintenance history. Except for a few modifications (a different air filter box, adjustable shock absorbers – the original ones come with the car), this vehicle remains original down to the smallest details. From the radio and the Lotus Elise mats to the blue convertible top, this Elise looks almost brand new. Truly a beauty!

Whether you're playfully zooming along winding roads or losing yourself on an empty racetrack, the Elise never fails to captivate. It promises an all-inclusive package: performance, sensation, and that indescribable bond between man and machine. The essence of driving. Are you ready to welcome some extra sunshine into your life? Then come visit our showroom. Let's see if you can contain your excitement!