LOTUS ELITE. COLIN CHAPMAN´S FIRS GT CAR

LOTUS ELITE. COLIN CHAPMAN´S FIRS GT CAR

MATTHEW VALE

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Código:
26022
Idioma:
ESPAÑOL
Editorial:
VELOCE PUBLISHING PLC
Nº edición:
1
Materia
Marcas en varios idiomas
ISBN:
978-1-78711-517-0
Páginas:
177
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The Lotus Elite was a turning point for Lotus. First produced at the end of the 1950s, it marked Lotus' transition from a maker of small racing cars, which had limited utility on the road, to the producer of a highly sophisticated road and race car. In the Elite, Lotus exploited its knowledge of new technology and racing pedigree to produce a car which, with its glass fibre monocoque and Coventry Climax engine, had the potential to be a world beater. This book gives an insight into the reasons the car was produced and its importance in Lotus' history, especially in the production of lightweight innovative cars. Through interviews with Elite owners, first hand accounts provide a good overview of owning one of these iconic cars, covering its foibles and quirks as well as its exemplary roadholding, handling and performance. Illustrated with many colour photographs, along with period advertising material, the book provides a valuable insight into owning, running and racing these iconic cars.

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