History - Legend - Stories - For Sale
MKVI - MK7 S1 |
SB1000 - 1499 |
SB1500 - 1999 |
SB2000 - 2499 |
SB2500 - 2999 |
SB3000 +
important: chassis numbers
are as reported by owners -- their appearance here does not guarantee
authenticity.
Lotus Seven SB1961 SOLD |
With just over 3,200 original miles, this is likely the lowest mileage original Lotus 7 in existence. Documented by Historic Lotus 7 Registrar, and I am the 3rd owner of this car. It was sold new in Tennessee in 1965 (original title included) and used primarily as an SCCA race car from 1965 through 1969 when engine problems caused it to be parked for the next 51 years. It was sold to the 2nd owner in July 1971 with the intent of him rebuilding the engine and doing a refurbishment on the car but the project stalled and the car has now not turned a wheel since 1969.
The chassis is sound and straight with only minor surface rust in areas where the original paint has flaked off. The aluminum skin is in good condition and in my estimation should be reused in order to maintain originality. There is a new aluminum hood (bonnet) with the proper S2 side scoop.
I estimate that 99% of parts needed to complete the car will be included in the sale and most are either new or have been refurbished and are ready for installation. Here is a list of the major items but there is far more than what is listed here: Original 1340cc Ford Kent engine, professionally rebuilt and finished December 2020 (cost nearly $4000). Block was hot-tanked, honed and original std/std crank re-installed, plus:
Weber DCOE 40 carburettors including:
Original "3 rail" close-ratio (2.5 first gear) transmission: professionally rebuilt in 2020 FIVE (5) original 4.5" wide Lotus steel wheels, beautiful center hubcaps and new Michelin tires New fiberglass, still in gelcoat and bubble wrap:
Other New Parts:
Other Original Parts:
Plus there is much, much more. SOLD |
MKVI - MK7 S1 |
SB1000 - 1499 |
SB1500 - 1999 |
SB2000 - 2499 |
SB2500 - 2999 |
SB3000 +
important: chassis numbers
are as reported by owners -- their appearance here does not guarantee
authenticity.