W/ Ultra High-torque N.a. 2.4l Honda Eng - Concept Supercar / Exotic / Exige on 2040-cars

Here is an extremely rare opportunity to own a very special one-off Lotus sports car. This incredibly unique supercar was custom-built from a true Lotus factory race car chassis, but highly modified by the builder to much higher performance specifications and improved cockpit design/comfort. If you let this one go, you will not see another one for sale down the road. This is it. 1 of 1.

This is NOT your production Elise/Exige with 190hp Toyota power plant, but rather a 1700lb 300hp 6-spd go-kart on steroids, with nearly twice the rubber on the pavement then a production model S2 Elise/Exige. Built from a 1999 Lotus Sport 190 race chassis with 5,800 original miles, the Elise GT has 1000 miles on the newly fitted Honda race engine (break-in/tuning), and less than 50 miles on the new composite widebody.

$135,000 has been invested into this car build. This is not a body kit. Although the hand-formed, composite body is absolutely stunning, it was developed to optimize aerodynamic performance. Integrated front splitter, DRM-style wheel venting, side rockers, rear diffuser, and 67" fully adjustable carbon fiber wing (removable) provide an incredibly stable feel at track speed. Finished in Ferrari Giallo Modena yellow paint, the front clam is wrapped with 3M clear bra for paint protection. Updated lighting package includes custom HID beam headlamps and full LED lighting.

The power plant is a custom transplanted 4cyl K24, Honda's high-torque engine with the latest iVTEC technology. Performance-built to over 300bhp, this normally aspirated 2.4L is like having 600+hp in a 3500lb car. In other words, the power to weight ratio is through the roof and absolutely exhilarating to drive. Torque is delivered throughout the entire rpm range and is nothing short of phenomenal.

Honda K24A2 2.4L iVTEC Engine (from the Acura TSX) - Normally Aspirated - 300+bhp
Honda 6-spd Transmission / Exeedy Performance Clutch / Lightweight Fly Wheel
Ported/Polished Race Head / Oversized Valves / Performance Valve Train - Springs / Stage 2 Cams / Pro Chain-Tensioner
Skunk2 Pro-K Series Intake Manifold - 70mm Throttle Body - Composite Fuel Rail - 725cc Injectors - K-Tuned Fuel Pressure Regulator
Custom Cold Air Intake with remotely mounted (accessible) K&N Filter System
12.5:1 Compression Pistons w/ Coated Skirts / Bored 87.5mm / Crower Lightweight Rods / Balanced Rotating Assembly (Spins to 9500, but 8500rpm red line recommended)
Baffled Oil Sump w/ K20 Oil Pump (ported for high flow) / Remote Oil Filter Cartridge (Canton) / Laminova Water-Cooled Oil Cooler (Mocal)
High Capacity / High Pressure Radiator / Dual Race Fans - for Improved Cooling (important on mid-engine cars)
Custom Yellow Silicone Coolant Hoses / Stainless Steel Braided Fuel / Oil Lines - Aluminum AN Fittings
Custom Fabricated Header / Exhaust System - MagnaFlow Race Muffler (This car sounds incredible!)

In order to adequately transfer the power to the pavement, 3" of additional rubber was added to each corner of the car. This required a custom composite body be designed to fit the wider low-profile Hoosier R6 tires with SSR 3-piece wheels. Add some custom-valved Nitron dampers and upgraded aluminum-belled disc rotors, and the grip/performance on this car is unlike anything you can imagine.

The interior has been tastefully outfitted with carbon fiber and black alcantra suede. Custom carbon fiber seats with Schroth 6-point harness system ensures both driver & passenger are connected to the car during extreme high-g turns. The center console was custom fabricated with carbon fiber/alcantra and fitted with gauges and a Traqmate GPS data logger system with telemetry recording (RPM, Gear, TPS, Brake, Speed, GPS, and more) for integration with video. Custom software and digital dashboard (along with training) is also included with the car (see videos on YouTube). A progressive shift light system sets atop the dash to further assist the driver to get the most out of the car's power.. The dash/door panels also incorporate carbon fiber and alcantra, providing a tastefully finished and refined look.

To top it off, the Elise GT also includes a unique prototype 'H-pattern Auto Throttle Blip' system designed to rev match during quick downshifting under heavy braking, eliminating the need to heel/toe. This is an INCREDIBLE feature, and not available on any other H-pattern transmission. One of a kind!

This car was imported, designed, and built for off-road use only. It is not street legal. That said, the chassis is Lotus, but everything else has been replaced. A new Honda engine, transmission, drive train, body, lighting, suspension, interior, etc. With a couple modifications to the exhaust system (catalytic convertor), it may be possible to get this car certified as a 'kit car' dependent on your State's compliance requirements. I know of people who did it with these cars, but I had no desire to do so as this is the ultimate track car... through and through.