They did a good piece on an Élan on the Wheeler Dealers show. There were some interesting features of the car that weren't all good. The jackshaft joints consisted of rubber couplings that didn't last long instead of CV joints. There was an aftermarket specialist that supplied CV joint replacement shafts that looked high quality but terribly expen$ive. It appeared to me that this would be a mandatory modification if you wanted to drive it hard.

Also the suspension joints seemed chincy and needed frequent replacement.

These are not criticisms of the car, just notes of things to be aware of. From all indications, I think an Élan would be a hoot for someone who knows how to drive a front engine,RWD sports car.

As much as I love old cars like this, I am mellowing in my old age. Modern technology has resulted in more horsepower, more refined feel and handling along with reliability. There are a number more modern sports cars that are old enough to be more affordable and more easily and less expensively maintained.

I am not trying to throw cold water on your excitement. I fully understand the fun and thrill of old cars for those with the passion for them.

For years I have wanted a Lotus Esprit or a Ferrari 306(Isn't that the model that Tom Selleck drove?) now that I can afford to have one though, there are just many modern cars with similar power and handling that wouldn't require so much time to keep up. Coupled with that issue is the fact that I now am focused on having the right airplane.

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