Lotus Models & VIN Number Locations
Lotus Cars VIN Number Locations
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is a unique code used to identify individual motor vehicles. For Lotus vehicles, the VIN can typically be found in the following locations:
1. Dashboard
On many Lotus models, the VIN is located on the driver's side dashboard, visible through the windshield.
2. Driver's Side Door Jamb
Open the driver's side door and look for a sticker or metal plate on the door frame. This label often contains the VIN along with other vehicle information.
3. Engine Compartment
The VIN may be stamped on the engine block or on the firewall within the engine compartment. This location can be more challenging to access and may require cleaning to view clearly.
4. Chassis or Frame
The Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is a unique code used to identify individual motor vehicles. For Lotus vehicles, the VIN can typically be found in the following locations:
1. Dashboard
On many Lotus models, the VIN is located on the driver's side dashboard, visible through the windshield.
2. Driver's Side Door Jamb
Open the driver's side door and look for a sticker or metal plate on the door frame. This label often contains the VIN along with other vehicle information.
3. Engine Compartment
The VIN may be stamped on the engine block or on the firewall within the engine compartment. This location can be more challenging to access and may require cleaning to view clearly.
4. Chassis or Frame
- Elise: Stamped on the chassis in the right-hand front wheel arch area, viewable with the front wheels turned to full right lock.
- Europa: Stamped on the chassis in the right-hand front wheel arch area, viewable with the front wheels turned to full right lock.
- Evora: Stamped on the chassis on the right-hand front seat support crossmember, viewable beneath the rear carpet.
- Esprit: Stamped on a plate fixed to the right or left-hand front wheel arch inside the front luggage compartment.
- Excel: Stamped on a plate fixed on the right or left-hand front wheel arch under the bonnet.
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Lotus Models by Year Below is a chronological list of notable Lotus models: 1940s–1950s
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Brief History of Lotus Cars
Founded in 1948 by Colin and Hazel Chapman in London, UK, Lotus Cars has been synonymous with lightweight, high-performance vehicles.
Colin Chapman's philosophy of "simplify, then add lightness" became the cornerstone of Lotus's design ethos. The company gained prominence in motorsports, particularly in Formula One, with Team Lotus securing multiple championships.
Over the years, Lotus underwent several ownership changes and is currently majority-owned by Geely, a Chinese multinational automotive company
Founded in 1948 by Colin and Hazel Chapman in London, UK, Lotus Cars has been synonymous with lightweight, high-performance vehicles.
Colin Chapman's philosophy of "simplify, then add lightness" became the cornerstone of Lotus's design ethos. The company gained prominence in motorsports, particularly in Formula One, with Team Lotus securing multiple championships.
Over the years, Lotus underwent several ownership changes and is currently majority-owned by Geely, a Chinese multinational automotive company
