@carstartsounds: 1966 Lotus Elan S3 Engine: 1.6L Naturally Aspirated Inline 4 (Lotus Twin Cam) Power: 105 HP @ 5,500 RPM Torque: 146 Nm @ 4,000 RPM Fuel System: Twin Weber Carburetors Transmission: 4 Speed Manual Drivetrain: Rear Wheel Drive (RWD) Weight: 680 kg 0–100 km/h: 8.0 sec Top Speed: 185 km/h ——— About the vehicle: The Lotus Elan S3 is widely regarded as one of the most influential sports cars ever built. Designed by Colin Chapman around the philosophy of “simplify, then add lightness”, the Elan weighed less than 700 kg and delivered exceptional handling that many modern sports cars still struggle to match. Its lightweight chassis, responsive Twin Cam engine and precise steering made it a benchmark for driving dynamics and inspired generations of performance cars, including the Mazda MX-5. ——— Which car should be featured next? Drop your suggestions in the comments 👇🏻 ——— 🎥: pcmarketlistings Follow @carstartsounds on IG & TikTok for more cold starts, classic sports cars and legendary automotive icons from around the world ‼️ #lotus #lotuselan #classiccars #sportscar #coldstart
