Lotus Elise 1.8 111R - One enthusiast owner from new - This advert deserves a read - PN

There are moments in motoring when you encounter a car that stops you in your tracks — not for its rarity on paper, but for the way its been kept, loved, and preserved. This Lotus Elise 111R, first registered in 2006 and owned by one gentleman from brand new, is one of those cars. It is a genuine one-owner example that has never left the care of the person who first collected it from a Lotus showroom nineteen years ago. , The term time-warp example is often used carelessly. Here, it feels absolutely fitting. Every element of this car reflects conscientious ownership — not occasional servicing or box-ticking, but genuine, enduring affection for the car. , The 111R is widely regarded as the sweet spot of the Elise lineage — the model that perfectly balances featherweight agility with everyday usability. Its 1.8-litre Toyota VVTL-i engine with 189hp delivers that unmistakable Lotus delicacy and throttle response, paired with a crisp 6-speed manual gearbox that rewards precision. Weighing only 860kg, the Elise 111R isnt about brute power; its about feel, involvement, and purity. Its a car that connects the driver directly to the road — the way driving was always meant to be and not to mention the 8,000 rpm rev limiter! , , And this particular 111R has been protected, maintained, and nurtured as if its owner understood that better than anyone. The condition is genuinely superb — original and correct throughout, retaining its black leather seats, leather door cards, and its factory Woodstock radio. The cabin is honest, clean, and wonderfully authentic. Externally, the car presents beautifully, sitting on matching Yokohama tyres all round; each showing 6.5mm+ tread depth and with discs and pads in lovely condition — all further evidence of careful, respectful use. , But what truly tells the story of this car is the service history — a remarkable record spanning nineteen separate entries, charting every year of careful attention, initially by Lotus main dealers and later by Pheonix Motorsport, one of the most respected Lotus specialists in the country. Its a history that reads not like routine maintenance, but a narrative of consistency, dedication, and mechanical sympathy. The service booklets full. Yes, booklets. Plural... Two full booklets have been filled out with the love and care this example has received. Do I need to say more?? Mind blowing. , , Detailed Service Record, , 06.05.2006 – 996 miles – Lotus Main Dealer – Oil Service, The cars very first service, completed just after delivery, setting the tone for meticulous upkeep from day one. , 31.03.2007 – 4,544 miles – Lotus Main Dealer – Oil Service, A second main dealer service at modest mileage — annual maintenance regardless of use. , 14.12.2007 – 7,940 miles – Lotus Main Dealer – Oil + Track Rod Ends, Routine service complemented by replacement track rod ends — showing attention to precision handling early on. , 12.11.2008 – 11,386 miles – Christopher Neil (Lotus) – Oil Service, Beginning of a long association with Christopher Neil, the respected Lotus dealer, continuing factory-level care. , 10.11.2009 – 15,532 miles – Christopher Neil (Lotus) – Oil Service, Regular annual maintenance, mileage still modest — continued fastidious care. , 04.11.2010 – 18,138 miles – Christopher Neil (Lotus) – Oil Service, Another year, another oil change. Maintenance consistency continues with unwavering commitment. , 02.11.2011 – 19,144 miles – Christopher Neil (Lotus) – Oil Service, Annual service again at minimal mileage — a car maintained on time, not by use. , 08.11.2012 – 22,028 miles – Christopher Neil (Lotus) – Oil Service, The cars eighth consecutive annual service — testament to genuine long-term ownership pride. , 12.12.2014 – 23,199 miles – Pheonix Motorsport (Lotus Specialist) – Oil Service, The start of the relationship with Pheonix Motorsport, a respectedLotus specialist known for their detailed approach. , 15.01.2016 – 24,656 miles – Pheonix Motorsport – Oil, Air Filter, Brake Fluid, Continued care with additional fluid and filter replacements — exactly as Lotus would recommend. , 24.02.2017 – 25,336 miles – Pheonix Motorsport – Oil, Spark Plugs, Wiper, Spark plugs renewed, showing the owners commitment to proactive rather than reactive maintenance. , 23.02.2018 – 25,795 miles – Pheonix Motorsport – Oil, Belt, Gearbox Oil, Major service with timing belt and gearbox oil — a key milestone, done correctly and on time. , 08.03.2019 – 26,780 miles – Pheonix Motorsport – Oil Service, Annual oil service — still low mileage and consistent care. , 20.06.2020 – 27,524 miles – Pheonix Motorsport – Oil Service, Maintained through lockdown years, further proof of commitment regardless of circumstances. , 23.06.2021 – 28,273 miles – Pheonix Motorsport – Oil, Brake Fluid, Annual service with renewed brake fluid, keeping every system fresh. , 13.06.2022 – 28,469 miles – Pheonix Motorsport – Oil, Plugs, Belt, Another timing belt service at exceptionally low mileage — impeccable diligence. , 12.06.2023 – 28,804 miles – Pheonix Motorsport – Oil Service, As always, a fresh oil change for another year of careful enjoyment. , 02.07.2024 – 29,072 miles – Pheonix Motorsport – Oil, Gearbox Oil, Most recent specialist service, including gearbox oil renewal. , 2025 – Priddys Motor Company – Oil Service & Full Inspection, Comprehensive health check and fresh service prior to sale — confirming its mechanical and cosmetic excellence. , , There is a rhythm to this history — a heartbeat that reflects an owners passion and respect for what the Elise represents. Nineteen years, nineteen services, all carried out either by Lotus main agents or a top-tier Lotus specialist. There are simply no gaps, no missed years, and no compromise at any stage. , To describe this 111R as rare is an understatement. It is, in the truest sense, a survivor — one of the few that has remained untouched, unmodified, and unspoiled since the day it was built. Cars like this have become the preserve of collectors, and rightly so; yet this one feels just as suited to the enthusiast who wants to experience the purity of Lotus engineering exactly as it was intended. , Priddys Motor Company are genuinely honoured to represent this exceptional Lotus Elise 111R — a one-owner, nineteen-year devotion preserved in metal and leather. A car that speaks softly but carries immense presence through its authenticity, provenance, and condition. , , , , , Why Buy from Priddys Motor Company, , , Excellence isnt optional — its standard.
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This 2006 Lotus Elise 1.8 111R - One enthusiast owner from new - This advert deserves a read - PN Convertible is currently available for £25,470 in Minehead Somerset with Petrol engine and Manual gearbox. For more information or to arrange a viewing, click here to send us an email using form below.