Lotus Unveils Ultra-Rare Elise Cup 260
The new Elise Cup 260 is a limited edition model from Lotus, with just 30 examples to be sold worldwide. According to the British sports car-maker, the Cup 260 is the ultimate Elise, built with racing in mind. Its advanced aerodynamics generate up to 180 kg (396 lbs) of downforce, while lightweight carbon fiber components are fitted as standard. Visually, the Elise Cup 260 features a laurel wreath decal on the left buttress, and the Union Jack on both rear wing end plates. Finally, customers can have the car finish in iconic Championship Gold. "Our philosophy for producing extraordinary vehicles is world famous, but the new Elise Cup 260 goes beyond what many believed possible from our smallest car," said Lotus CEO, Jean-Marc Gales. "It is directly developed from the Elise race cars that are competing in series around the world, giving the ultimate Elise experience on the road. More power, motorsport components and the introduction of aerodynamics unheard of ...