Lotus Elite
Every Lotus Elite generation in the Burbles catalogue — complete specs, rarity tiers, interactive 3D cards, and the collectors who have spotted them on the street.
- Lineage Span
- 1957–1982 2 generations · 2 published trims
- Power Evolution
- 75 → 155 hp Base lead-trim output across eras
- Catalogue Rarity
- 2 Legendary 2 Legendary
All 2 Lotus Elite Generations
Each generation deals in its rarity tier’s alloy with its engine disc, lead specs, and first spotter record. Click into any generation for full trims and market figures.
When Lotus refreshed the Elite into the Type 83 in 1980, it didn’t bother designing new brake lights — it just borrowed them straight off the Rover SD1.
The original Elite's engine wasn't designed for a car at all — it started life as a lightweight, wheel-trolleyed firefighting water pump engine before Coventry Climax adapted it for the road.
Collectors Who Spotted the Lotus Elite
No member has published a public street spot of the Lotus Elite yet — the First · Worldwide stamp is wide open.
Lotus Elite Generation-by-Generation Comparison
Lead figures across every published generation, newest to oldest. Select any generation to inspect all trims and engine options.
| Generation | Years | Tier & Rarity | Engine | Power & Torque | 0–60 mph | Weight | Trims | First Spotter |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Elite Type 75 / 83 (1974–1982)Type 75/83 | 1974–1982 | Legendary14,500 built | 2.0L I4 | 155 hp | 8.1 s | — | 1 trim → | Unclaimed |
| Elite Type 14 (1957–1963)Type 14 | 1957–1963 | Legendary | 1.2L I4 | 75 hp | — | 1,110 lb | 1 trim → | Unclaimed |
See a Lotus Elite on the street, point Burbles at it, and that generation’s card goes in your binder with your own photo and serial number. Own one? Add it to your garage in the app.