British sports carmaker Lotus has released a limited edition version of the Elise dubbed “Elise S 40th Anniversary Limited Edition” to commemorate 40 years of production at the Lotus factory in Hethel in 2007. Based on the entry-level model of the 2008 Elise Range – the Elise S, the special edition version is offered in Burnt Orange Premium Paint with a matching color hardtop. Unique features include the leather trim in orange stitching, painted diffuser and wheels and country specific unique decals. -Continued after the jump

The Elise S 40th Anniversary Limited Edition will be offered in just 50 units across Europe with Germany getting 15, Switzerland 10, France 5, Belgium 5, Italy 6 while other countries in mainland Europe (not specified by Lotus) will get 9 units.

Specifications:

Elise S – Model Year 2008, featuring twin airbags

Burnt Orange Premium Paint

Hardtop

Painted rear diffuser and wheels

Leather trim in orange stitching

Painted centre consol & exterior panels in body colour

Coloured brake calipers

Build plate

Country specific unique Decals

40th commemorative letter signed by Mike Kimberley, CEO of Lotus Cars Ltd.

Retail prices per country including local tax and delivery:

Germany €39,995

Switzerland CHF 58,600

France €40,200

Italy €40,800

Belgium €40,600

Holland €53,600

Via: Motorpasion , Source: Lotus