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SCCVC11147HL80626
Vehicle Summary
The 2007 Lotus Elise Convertible is a sleek and sporty 2-door cabriolet, offering an exhilarating driving experience with its supercharged 2ZZ engine producing over 220 horsepower. This passenger car, manufactured by Lotus Cars Limited at their Hethel plant, ensures safety with features like front airbags and active belts. With a turbocharged engine and manual seat belts, the Elise combines performance and safety in a compact and stylish package.
Complete Specifications
Common Issues for This Vehicle
Oil consumption
The 2ZZ Supercharged engine can experience higher oil consumption due to its high-revving nature and the supercharger placing additional stress on the engine.
Supercharger issues
The supercharger in this model can develop issues such as belt wear or bearing failure, leading to reduced performance or noise.
Timing chain tensioner failure
This engine may experience timing chain tensioner issues, leading to potential timing chain slack and engine noise or more severe engine damage if not addressed.
Cooling system problems
The cooling system in the Lotus Elise 2ZZ Supercharged can be prone to overheating, especially if not properly maintained, due to the compact engine bay and performance demands.
Exhaust manifold cracking
High-performance driving and heat cycles can lead to exhaust manifold cracking, which can cause exhaust leaks and reduced engine efficiency.
Engine mounts wear
The high-performance nature of the vehicle can lead to accelerated wear of engine mounts, resulting in increased vibrations and potential engine misalignment.
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