Interesting Facts About the Lotus Elan 100
The Lotus Elan first appeared in the early 1960s as a rear‑wheel‑drive sports car and enjoyed a celebrated first run until the mid‑1970s. After a 14‑year hiatus, Lotus revived the name in 1989 with a completely new, front‑wheel‑drive design that carried the Elan legacy into the 1990s.
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First Generation (1962‑1975) – Rear‑Wheel‑Drive Classic
The original Lotus Elan was produced from 1962 to 1975 as a rear‑wheel‑drive vehicle, establishing the model’s reputation for pure, lightweight driving.
M100 Revival (1989) – Lotus’s Only Front‑Wheel‑Drive Elan
In August 1989 Lotus relaunched the Elan as the M100 series, a complete redesign that introduced front‑wheel drive – the only front‑wheel‑drive car Lotus has ever built.
Elan Sprint Finale (1970‑1973) – Last of the Original Line
The Elan Sprint, built from 1970 to 1973, was the final development of the original Elan before production ended, marking the close of the first era before the later revival.
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