Produced from 1996 to 2021, the Lotus Elise embodied Colin Chapman’s philosophy of “simplify, then add lightness,” standing as a lightweight alternative to heavyweight German and American sports cars. This 2005 Series 2 Elise 111R builds on that ethos with purposeful upgrades that sharpen its already thrilling character. Showing just 25,000 miles, it now benefits from a Katana2 supercharger, a Silent Touch exhaust, and a host of supporting modifications including Nitron coilovers, Wilwood brakes, and Ethos track wheels. Finished in Chrome Orange over a minimalist black interior with a fire extinguisher, harnesses, and a radio-delete plate, this Elise has been carefully honed into a street-friendly track machine. With its blend of factory purity and enthusiast-focused enhancements, it represents both the essence of the Elise and the excitement of a modernized driver’s car.
Finished in striking Chrome Orange, this 2005 Lotus Elise stands out in classic lightweight sports car fashion. Its five-spoke black alloys, wrapped in Bridgestone Potenza performance tires, contrast sharply against the bodywork, while a rear spoiler and red tow hook add purposeful track-ready touches. Behind the wheels sit Wilwood brake calipers, and the lighting has been upgraded to modern LED units, ensuring both style and visibility. Despite its focused setup, the Elise remains fully road-legal and, for the brave, even practical enough to daily drive. Inside, the cabin is intimate and driver-focused, featuring two supportive black seats and a body-colored gear shifter surround that echoes the exterior hue. The minimalist design highlights the exposed aluminum tub, which gives the driver slightly more legroom than the passenger—a reminder that this car was engineered with performance in mind. A fire extinguisher mounted in the footwell underscores its track-day intent, while a simple ventilation system and a 111R designation plaque replace the factory radio, emphasizing purpose over distraction. Storage comes courtesy of a small rear compartment rated at 50 kg, perfect for light errands, though the mid-engine layout ensures groceries won’t stay cold for long—making it a car as witty as it is thrilling.
This 2005 Lotus Elise 111R is powered by the 1.8-liter Toyota-sourced 2ZZ-GE inline-four with a Yamaha-designed head, originally rated at 189 horsepower and paired with a six-speed manual transmission driving the rear wheels. Lotus quoted a 0–60 mph time of 4.9 seconds when new, but this example benefits from a Katana2 supercharger upgrade, significantly increasing output beyond stock figures. Complemented by a Silent Touch exhaust, it delivers added performance while remaining civilized enough for street use, making it a well-balanced, track-ready driver.
Tuned 2005 Lotus Elise
2ZZ 1.8L Supercharged Inline-4
Manual Transmission
RWD
Chrome Orange Exterior
Black Interior
Katana2 Supercharger
Silent Touch Exhaust
LED Lighting
TorqueTune250
TRD/Cup Airbox
GPan3 Baffled Oil Pan
Radium Dual Oil Catch Cans
Radium Surge Fuel Tank
Walbro 255 Pump and Fuel Pressure Gauge
Shifter Reinforcer
Deca Battery
Trackmounts Front and Rear Engine Mounts
Coolant Utube Delete
Crankcase Vent Pipe Delete
Duralast All Metal Thermostat
Redline Transmission Oil
MWR Lift Point Kit
Stebel Nautilus Horn
Satin Black Painted Rear Taillight Panel
Satin Black Painted Fuel Door
GRP Mesh Grill
Eliseparts Intake Side Scoop Cover
Rear Panel Eliminator
Difflow 5 Element Rounded Solid Black Diffuser with Aero Plates
EPTuning Rear Spoiler
GRP Front Splitter
Eliseparts LED Taillights
All Exterior Lights Converted to LED
Morimoto Shutter Projectors
RLS Extend View Mirrors
Micromirror
Seat Reinforcement Kit
Sun Visor Removed
6-Point Harness Seatbelts
3-Point Harness Belts are Still in Place and Work
V Force Harness Bar
Fire Extinguisher and Bracket
BWR Door Sill Protectors
Lotus Side Still Leather Storage Pockets
Rubber Floor Mats with Aluminum Buttons
Radio Delete
Headliner Upgrader to Spray-in Liner
Nitron Coilovers
V2 Steering Arms
RTD2 Brace with Full Inner and Outer Toe Link Kit
Corner Balanced with -2.2 Front and -2.7 Rear Cambers
Wheels Powder Coated
Ethos Wheels
Hexstud Wheel Stud Kit
Wilwood Front 4 Piston Brake Kit
OEM Lotus Front Calipers Relocated to Rear
G-Loc R12 Brake Pads
Stainless Brake Lines
Custom Car Cover
No Drill Front License Plate Cover
All Modifications Reported by Current Owner
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