Always quite liked the Elan M100s, this one could be a decent buy depending on what "interior needs a little attention" means:
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Lotus-Elan-SE ... 43bea05303
Cheap(ish!) Lotus project
Cheap(ish!) Lotus project
2005 Chrome Orange Lotus Exige S2
Re: Cheap(ish!) Lotus project
Seats look worn but I think they are 'covers' so if you can get replacements should be an easy fix. Roof is probably the weakest area, they leak pretty much from new so a garage or car cover is highly recommended. They have spongy seals that work until they become waterlogged and then serve to channel water onto the seats. 

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Re: Cheap(ish!) Lotus project
Saw that on gumtree and thought about it but then went for the practical option..
But, talking of Lotus projects...
http://www.gumtree.com/p/cars-vans-moto ... 1029014856

But, talking of Lotus projects...
http://www.gumtree.com/p/cars-vans-moto ... 1029014856

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