2004 Lotus Elise Manual MY04
NSW • Private
28
Odometer62,561km
Body typeConvertible
FuelPetrol
TransmissionManual
Key highlights
*Two owners
Full service history
Air Conditioning
Generated with AI from seller comments and car specifications.*
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Comments from the seller
Beautifully maintained and low-kilometre Lotus Elise Series 2 with a wealth of intelligent mechanical upgrades.
If you have a hankering for one of the world’s most engaging and entertaining purist sports cars, my low-kilometre Lotus Elise S2 will fit the bill perfectly. I’m the second owner and both of us have taken exceptional care of this dynamic little sports car.
My Elise has a full service history, initially at a Lotus dealer and latterly at well-respected specialists. The new owner will be pleased to learn that the car has enjoyed a recent major service that included replacing the cylinder head gasket, the main area of concern with the K-series four-cylinder engine.
Also worth noting is that my Elise has never been tracked and has been garaged from 12,000km onwards (it’s only been rained on a handful of times!). It’s in outstanding condition.
Several important improvements have been made to this Lotus Elise to enhance the driving and ownership experiences. These upgrades include:
In 2025 it received a fully tested and reconditioned cylinder head with new hydraulic cam followers.
Also in 2025, it was treated to Elise Parts cooling system modifications; the thermostat was repositioned to reduce thermal shock on the warm-up cycle.
In 2021 the original brake discs were replaced with two-piece aluminium bells with grooved steel outers for better cooling and a 10kg weight saving.
New Mintex high-performance brake pads all-round.
Improved gear shifting thanks to an Elise Parts gear linkage kit – it replaces the original rubber bushes with Nylatron bushes and phosphor-bronze rod ends.
Aftermarket Larini stainless steel exhaust system for a fruitier exhaust note.
The Elise currently needs new tyres which I’m happy to fit – the new owner might have their own idea about tyre choice, so let’s talk.
If you’ve never driven a Lotus Elise Series 2, you’re in for a treat: all the great things you’ve read about this car are absolutely true. The connection between driver and machine is something extraordinary, born from the Elise’s extreme light weight and deliberate lack of power-assisted driving aids. And this particular example is one of the best you’re likely to encounter, especially in Australia.
In superb condition, sensibly upgraded and with very low mileage, this is a car that every red-blooded car enthusiast should own at least once in their life.
Only travelled 62561 km. Accelerates from 0-100 km/h in 5.9 seconds!.
EXTRA FEATURES:
- 17" alloy wheels
- 16" alloy wheels
- Leather steering wheel
- Air conditioning
- Rear spoiler
- Sports instruments
- Larini Lightweight Exhaust
Car details
øVehicle description
117 04MY Roadster 2dr Man 5sp 1.8i
Powerplant type
Internal Combustion Engine (ICE)
Cost to insureSponsored
Exterior colour
Red
Interior colour
Grey and metal
Body type
Convertible, 2 doors, 2 seats
Transmission
5 speed Manual
Engine
4 cylinders, Petrol Aspirated, 1.8L
Fuel consumption combined‡
7.4 L/100km
Cost of financeSponsored
Registration plate
Check with seller
Registration expiry
March 2026
Build date
Check with seller
Compliance date
Check with seller
Model year
MY04
Roadworthy certificate
Provided at pick-up by seller
carsales Network ID
SSE-AD-19879452
Audio, Visual & Communication
CD / DVD
CD player
Speakers
4 speaker stereo
Safety & Security
Security
Engine immobiliserAlarm
Comfort & Convenience
Air conditioning
Air conditioning
Floor mats
Floor mats
Interior
Leather
Steering wheel
Metallic finish
Gear knob
Seating
Front row seats
Sports
Instruments & Controls
Display
Sports instruments
Gauges
Tacho
Exterior
Body coloured
Bumpers
Mudflaps
Front
Spoilers
Rear
Body
Roof
Softtop
Brakes
Front
Calipers - 2 spotVentilated
Rear
Ventilated
Suspension
Type
Independent rear suspension
Wheels & Tyres
Rims
16" alloy wheels17" alloy wheels
Safety & Security
Number of Airbags
0
Engine
Engine type
Piston
Engine Location
Mid-Rear
Engine Size (cc)
1796cc
Engine Size (L)
1.8L
Induction
Aspirated
Engine Configuration
In-line
Cylinders
4
Camshaft
Double Overhead Cam
Valves/Ports per Cylinder
4
Engine Code
K Series
Generic Engine Type
Piston
Power
89.0kW @ 5600rpm
Torque
168Nm @ 3000-4500rpm
Power to Weight Ratio
125.4kW/t
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.9s
Transmission & Drivetrain
Gears
5
Gear Type
Manual
Gear Location
Floor
Drive
Rear Wheel Drive
Fuel
Fuel Type
Petrol - Premium ULP
Fuel Capacity
38L
RON Rating
95
Fuel Delivery
Multi-Point Injection
Method of Delivery
Electronic Sequential
Fuel Consumption Combined‡
7.4L/100km
Fuel Consumption Highway‡
6L/100km
Fuel Consumption City‡
9.5L/100km
Fuel Average Distance
514km
Fuel Maximum Distance
633km
Fuel Minimum Distance
400km
CO2 Emission Combined
177g/km
Steering
Steering
Rack and Pinion
Wheels & Tyres
Rim Material
Alloy
Front Rim Description
16x5.5
Rear Rim Description
17x7.5
Front Tyre Description
175/55 R16
Rear Tyre Description
225/45 R17
Dimensions & Weights
Length
3785mm
Width
1719mm
Height
1143mm
Wheelbase
2301mm
Track Front
1457mm
Track Rear
1503mm
Tare Mass
710kg
Kerb Weight
710kg
Gross Vehicle Mass
942kg
Warranty & Service
Warranty in Years from First Registration
2yr
Warranty in Km
Unlimited km
Other
Country of Origin
UNITED KINGDOM
Launch Year
2003
Launch Month
8
Generation Name
Series 2/Series 3
Series
117
Model Year
MY04
Badge
(No Badge)
Doors
2
Seat Capacity
2
Body Style
Convertible
Probationary plate status +
Victoria
Approved
Queensland
Approved
South Australia
Approved
Australian Capital Territory
Approved
Western Australia
Approved
Northern Territory
Approved
Tasmania
Approved
New South Wales
Banned
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Avoca Beach, NSW 2251
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