Lotus 11, Le Mans, series 1, – FW eight engine, – complete and original in all r

1955 Lotus Other Polished aluminum Description

this is a Lotus 11 Le Mans which has been restored to the highest level of originality and reliability. The suspension is deDion with Girling breaks all around. The differential casing is somewhat unusual in that it has the L-shaped oil sump at the bottom. This sump was only used on a few of the very early production cars. The engine is a Coventry climax FWA1100cc which has been rebuilt using all-new parts including Carrillo rods and forged Pistons with the original L-shaped top rings. Crankshaft original designs having been cracked tested and inspected. The carburetors originalSU which also have been freshly rebuilt. The car runs and drives like a dream. This Lotus 11 is of the highest standard to be obtained. It is ready for the racetrack or as a jewel in a Museum. The car may be inspected in Sacramento, California.