Lotus Elise Service Notes page 9

Lotus Service Notes
Introduction
Sport 160: February '00
SVA: VIN: Y 00601 to 00650.
WVTA: VIN: Y 0651 onwards.
First 50 cars with Single Vehicle Approval. Subsequent cars Whole Vehicle Type Approved. High per-
formance derivative, based on 111S specification with 160 PS fixed valve timing engine. WVTA versions
require airbox modification and sport exhaust fitment for full power release. Other features include new engine
controller, sport suspension, 'race' wheels, plinth mounted rear aerofoil, Alcantara trimmed seats and steering
wheel pad, body decals.
Exige: July '00
VIN: Y 0001 (Character 13 = 8)- model specific serial number sequence.
Road going version of the Elise race series car, with 178 bhp 340R engine, close ratio transmission, sport
suspension and larger 12-spoke black finish wheels (16x7 & 17x8.5) with Yokohama A039 tyres. Front and rear
clamshells styled as race car with piller mounted rear aerofoil. Clear polycarbonate rear tailgate with air
ducting, linked to roof mounted air intake duct. Optional Alcantara sports seats and 340R harnesses. Meta
security system. Roof duct mounted radio aerial.
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