James_7998 0 Posted June 15, 2015 Report Share Posted June 15, 2015 (edited) Hi - I need to source a replacement engine for my series 1 Lotus Elise - standard 1.8 K Series (non VVC). I can potentially get a Lotus factory replacement but obviously a used engine that has been reconditioned/re-manufactured will be significantly cheaper. The difficulty is having confidence in the condition of the engine. Can anyone recommend a reputable suppliers of a used K-series. I can obviously do a google search myself, but keen to hear if people have had prior positive experiences. Edited June 15, 2015 by James_7998 Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bibs 11,370 Posted June 15, 2015 Report Share Posted June 15, 2015 Give Dave Carr at ES Motorsport a call Quote 88 Esprit NA, 89 Esprit Turbo SE, Evora, Evora S, Evora IPS, Evora S IPS, Evora S IPS SR, Evora 400, Elise S1, Elise S1 111s, Evora GT410 Sport Evora NA For forum issues, please contact the Moderators. I will aim to respond to emails/PM's Mon-Fri 9-6 GMT. Link to post Share on other sites
James_7998 0 Posted June 15, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 15, 2015 ^ Unfortunately I have a previous bad experience there and will not be returning. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bibs 11,370 Posted June 15, 2015 Report Share Posted June 15, 2015 Fair enough! Worth calling James at South West Lotus Centre, they have plenty of all flavours on the shelf ready to go... 01566 784152. Quote 88 Esprit NA, 89 Esprit Turbo SE, Evora, Evora S, Evora IPS, Evora S IPS, Evora S IPS SR, Evora 400, Elise S1, Elise S1 111s, Evora GT410 Sport Evora NA For forum issues, please contact the Moderators. I will aim to respond to emails/PM's Mon-Fri 9-6 GMT. Link to post Share on other sites
James_7998 0 Posted June 15, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 15, 2015 Thanks for getting back to me I will check that out. Any other suggestions would be welcome - especially if someone has sourced a full engine, not just parts. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Bibs 11,370 Posted June 15, 2015 Report Share Posted June 15, 2015 SWLC ones are complete and come with a 12 month/12,000 mile warranty. £1500 + VAT which is a freshly rebuilt engine (pistons/liners/head gasket etc). http://www.thelotuscentreonline.co.uk/epages/sdctukef2v6v.sf/en_GB/?ObjectPath=/Shops/sdctukef2v6v/Products/%22A111E6109S/RECON%22 Quote 88 Esprit NA, 89 Esprit Turbo SE, Evora, Evora S, Evora IPS, Evora S IPS, Evora S IPS SR, Evora 400, Elise S1, Elise S1 111s, Evora GT410 Sport Evora NA For forum issues, please contact the Moderators. I will aim to respond to emails/PM's Mon-Fri 9-6 GMT. Link to post Share on other sites
James_7998 0 Posted June 15, 2015 Author Report Share Posted June 15, 2015 Thanks - I suspect not many people have had to make such a purchase, but has anyone out there bought one from them before? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
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