Lotus Elise MK1 Sport 190 (1998)

• Kickdown Check

  • On-site kickdown assessment completed
  • 191 photos
  • Video including engine run and test drive
  • In 2016, the engine was converted to the Sport 190 spec according to original Lotus specifications; according to the power curve, it produces just under 190 PS
  • Very rare configuration with MMC brake rotors (aluminum-ceramic composite); these show virtually no wear and are significantly lighter. Only a few Elise models were produced with MMC brakes
  • Low mileage of 58,120 km, verifiable
  • Second-hand; in current ownership since 2010
  • Comprehensive maintenance history available; all receipts since new are on file
  • A major C-service, including all required maintenance, will be performed at a Lotus dealership prior to sale

  Facts & Specifications

  • Year built: 1998
  • First registration: Germany
  • Engine: 1.8-liter 16V Rover engine, just under 190 PS
  • Transmission: Manual
  • Exterior color: Calypso Red
  • Interior: black leather seats
  • TÜV valid through October 2027
  • Features:
  • Original left-hand drive model
  • MMC brake rotors made of an aluminum-ceramic composite
  • Sport 190 conversion based on original Lotus specifications
  • Sport 190 components sourced from Lotus and Komotec
  • Curb weight: approx. 720 kg

  Condition

  Exterior

  • Exterior color is Calypso Red
  • The vehicle is in its original condition and retains its original paint. There is no record of repainting.
  • The body is in very well-maintained condition with only slight age-related signs of wear
  • There are no known defects on the body
  • The tires have a tread depth of 4–5 mm

  Interior

  • The car has a black leather interior
  • The interior is in very good condition with only slight signs of aging
  • There are no known defects in the interior.

  Mechanics

  • The vehicle is ready to drive immediately and is registered. There is no backlog of maintenance
  • There are no known technical defects
  • The engine runs flawlessly, and the transmission shifts smoothly
  • A major service will be performed before sale

  History

  Ownership History

  • 2010 to present: 2nd owner
  • 1998 to 2010: First owner
  • Number of owners: 2
  • Initial registration: Germany

  Service History

  • A major C-service, including all necessary maintenance work, will be performed at a Lotus dealership prior to sale
  • 2016: Converted to the Sport 190 specification according to original Lotus specifications, using components sourced from Lotus and Komotec
  • Regular services were performed

  Documents

  • Vehicle registration certificate and title
  • TÜV reports
  • Invoices since initial registration
  • Technical report

  Summary

  For sale is a 1998 Lotus Elise MK1 in Calypso Red, an original left-hand-drive model. The vehicle is equipped with the 1.8-liter 16V Rover engine and was converted to the Sport 190 specification in 2016 according to original Lotus specifications; the components used for this conversion were sourced from Lotus and Komotec. According to the performance chart, the Elise produces just under 190 PS with a curb weight of 720 kg. The odometer reading is 58,120 kilometers, and the mileage history is fully traceable based on the available TÜV reports. The vehicle is in its original condition with its original paint, has had only two owners, and shows no backlog of repairs or maintenance. Prior to sale, a major C-service, including all necessary maintenance work, will be performed at a Lotus dealership. The extensive documentation includes the original order form, the original purchase invoice from 1998, all invoices, and TÜV reports. With only two previous owners, a verifiable history, its very well-maintained condition, and the Sport 190 conversion, this Elise offers a rare combination for enthusiasts of purist Lotus models.