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Dougal's Lotus Elite Type 14 on 155 HR 15 PIRELLI CINTURATO CA67 Tyres

Dougal's Lotus Elite Type 14 on 155 HR 15 PIRELLI CINTURATO CA67 Tyres


Lotus Elite Type 14 Tyres 1957–1963


  • The Type 14 Lotus Elite from 1957–1963 fitted 155 R15 tyres. In this size the ideal Lotus Elite tyre is the 155 HR 15 PIRELLI CINTURATO CA67 is recommended by Longstone Tyres.
  • It is possible to fit a low profile 175/70 WR 15 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36 tyre instead, but we would not normally recommend this, as a wider tyre can often have an adverse effect on handling.
  • Longstone's recommended tyre for the 1960 Lotus Elite SE is the 155 HR 15 PIRELLI CINTURATO CA67. The 175/70 WR 15 PIRELLI CINTURATO CN36 could also be considered for this powerful Elite variant.
  • The Michelin 15E is the ideal innertube for these tyres.
  • Our period Innertube Guides state that the 1957-1963 model was released with tube-type wheels and innertubes, but the various 1974-1982 models were all released with tubeless wheels.
  • 1974-982 Lotus Elite Type 75 Brochure Picture

    1974-982 Lotus Elite Type 75 Brochure Picture


    Lotus Elite Type 75 and 83 Tyres 1974–1982


  • The Lotus Elite Type 75 (1974–1980) and Type 83 (1980–1982) fitted 205/60 R14 tyres.
  • The only classic tyre currently available in this size is the 205/60R14 Galaxy Formula X.
  • The high-specification Lotus Elite Riviera (1980–1982) also fitted 205/60 R14 tyres. Our suggested Riviera tyre is the 205/60R14 Galaxy Formula X.
  • Tyres with a profile below 70% (e.g 205/60R14) should not fit innertubes.

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Lotus Elite Type 75 and 83 Variants


  • 501 - "Base" version.
  • 502 - Added air-conditioning to the base model.
  • 503 - Added air-conditioning and power-steering.
  • 504 - Added air-conditioning, power-steering and an automatic gearbox.
1974–1982 Lotus Elite Type 75 Brochure Picture

1974–1982 Lotus Elite Type 75 Brochure Picture


History of the Lotus Elite


The first Lotus Elite was built 1958-1963, also known as the Lotus Type 14. It featured an advanced fiberglass monocoque construction that was used throughout the entirety of the load-bearing structure of the car as opposed to just the exterior bodywork as was more common.

The resulting body was lighter, stronger, and safer for the driver in the case of a collision. Still, complete knowledge of the technical properties of fiberglass-reinforced plastic remained some years away, and the suspension connection points were frequently seen to tear out of the fiberglass framework. The Elite's weight reductions enabled it to attain sports car-like performance from a 75 hp 1.2 L Coventry Climax FWE all-aluminum inline-four engine while delivering 35 mpg.

The second Lotus Elite built from 1974-1982, also known as the Type 75 and Type 83 Elite, was a larger front-engined, rear-wheel-drive saloon car. It featured 4-wheel independent suspension on coil springs and was the first Lotus to use the 907 engine. The Lotus Elite was the first car to employ the aluminium-block 4-valve, DOHC, four-cylinder Type 907 engine, which displaced 1,973 cc and produced 155 horsepower. With this engine, the automobile accelerates from 0 to 60 mph in 8.1 seconds and has a maximum speed of 125 mph.

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Lotus Elite Borrani Wire Wheels


Borrani wheels are available for your Lotus Elite. As agents for the iconic Ruote Borrani Milano company we are able to supply all wheels from their extensive range.

Wire wheels made by Ruote Borrani Milano are, without doubt, the best wire wheels available. Borrani wheels utilise aluminium rims, steel spokes and steel wheel centres.

If your Borrani wheels require rebuilding then please contact us at [email protected]

Click the link for Lotus Elite Borrani wheels.


Lotus Elite Tyre Fitment and Innertube Guides


1954–1976 Lotus Elite Tyre Fitment Guide by Michelin

1954–1976 Lotus Elite Tyre Fitment Guide by Michelin

1965–1978 Lotus Elite Tyre Fitment Guide by Dunlop

1965–1978 Lotus Elite Tyre Fitment Guide by Dunlop

1967 Lotus Elite Tyre Fitment Guide by Pirelli

1967 Lotus Elite Tyre Fitment Guide by Pirelli

1972 Lotus Elite Tyre Fitment Guide by Pirelli

1972 Lotus Elite Tyre Fitment Guide by Pirelli

1979–1983 Lotus Elite Tyre Fitment Guide by Dunlop

1979–1983 Lotus Elite Tyre Fitment Guide by Dunlop


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