“Simplify, then add lightness.” Few cars live up to Colin Chapman’s mantra like the Lotus Elise Series 1. Purpose-built, featherweight, and razor-sharp, it redefined what a true driver’s car should be at the turn of the millennium.

This particular example is a tribute build to the coveted Elise Sport 160, presented in Scandal Green with distinctive white and silver racing stripes—an eye-catching homage that’s both playful and purposeful.

Inside, the no-frills cockpit features red-padded bucket seats and Stack gauges, keeping the driving experience raw and analog. Every surface, every sound, every vibration is delivered straight to the senses.

What sets this example apart lies beneath the rear hatch—a fully built Rover K-Series engine, developed in the UK by Dave Andrews (DVA Power). With over 180bhp on tap, this Elise punches well above its weight, delivering a power-to-weight ratio few can match.

Collectors and purists alike will appreciate the attention to detail and rarity of this build. A true collector’s grade machine, this Elise is more than just a sports car—it’s a pure expression of lightweight engineering at its finest.

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