Lotus

Here at SBX Cars, you will find some of the most iconic Lotus models for sale. The company's story began in 1948 when Colin Chapman built his first competition car in a garage. Lotus Engineering Ltd. was officially founded in 1952, marking the beginning of a legacy in automotive innovation. The first true Lotus was the Mark 3, which debuted in 1951 and became the company's first circuit racer. However, it was the Lotus Seven of 1957 that truly put the brand on the map, embodying Chapman's philosophy of "performance through lightweight". The Elan, introduced in 1962, further cemented Lotus' reputation for producing nimble, lightweight sports cars. In 1966, Lotus relocated to a new factory in Hethel, Norfolk, which remains its home to this day. The company's innovation extended to Formula One, where they introduced the first monocoque chassis and pioneered the use of aerodynamics. Lotus achieved numerous F1 World Championships, with legendary drivers like Jim Clark, Graham Hill, and Emerson Fittipaldi at the wheel. Today, there are more iconic models in the Lotus family than you can care to mention. Whether it's the legendary Esprit that featured in James Bond films, the revolutionary Elise that revitalised the brand in the 1990s, or more modern offerings such as the Evora and the all-electric Evija hypercar, a Lotus will deliver thrills like nothing else. SBX Cars is home to a wonderful selection of Lotus car auctions, offering enthusiasts the chance to own a piece of British automotive history.