This just goes to show, you dont need fancy music, camera effects or graphics to deliver a great review. Just a man (who knows what he's talking about), a camera and an interesting car. As with all Harry's stuff, rather than just quoting stats, facts and figures, he focuses on the interesting details which makes a car special and a little bit of history around the subject matter. Nice one Harry.

I love how it's so pure: lightweight, carbureted, front-engine, rear-drive, 4-speed, no electronic aids, just hands, feet, ears and seat of pants. Wind in your hair. Awesome.

Harry all I can say Is God bless you mate, the Fist time I got into an Elan in the 60s (I was a delivery driver) I just could Not believe ANY car on earth could handle this good, it was the shock of my life touch the throttle Instant push from the seat turn the steering its instantly turning, n on country twisting lanes Nothing on earth could live with it as for fun driving was on a different planet everybody was raving about the E type well for me the E type was nothing next to the Elan, n to think according to the S African guy who designed the workmate they did build the original with Just £20,000 there is No words left to say Colin Chapman was the genius Engineer of the Whole 20th century for me, may he rest In Peace, Lotus even won the same GPs in 10 years on their glory years as Ferrari did in their entire history till that time

Harry is the Hue Heffner of the car world. You live the lifestyle Harry and we love you for it

Ooooo I want one. Oooooooo I've got one. Best car ever. You just grin when your behind the wheel.

It's so tiny I was utterly surprised by the noise it makes when starded ! Brilliant little car, this !

Even an old Lada would look and sound awesome and you would want one after Harry reviews it. He has the ability to make you feel intimate with the car, unlike anyone else i have seen. Fantastic stuff

What a fantastic video. I always lusted after this model. Today, only the mx5 gets remotely near this baby. Thanks for a great upload.

I just love Harrys' enthusiasm and love for classic and unusual sporting cars. Something I share and has been a life long passion of mine. I wish I could find a career to use it though. Great little vids Harry. Regards. DC.

"Add lightness" as the great man said!

This video captures the way I feel when I drive my 1967 Elan S3 DHC. It is pure and so connected.

Dad owned one in the early 70’s, spoke so highly of it. Just goes to show that unlike what most car manufacturers would have you believe, a car can be very exciting without having a million bhp.

Next door neighbor when I was a kid took me for a ride once in his 80s Lotus Esprit, was amazing. Still haven't felt a ride like it since.

Brilliant stuff! Your enthusiasm is as infectious as ever Harry.

These videos are just amazing and spectacular!! Thanks so much for sharing, this is what car guys are all about!

one of my favourite all-time cars

I love how much passion you have for cars

Great video Harry! These evo diaries are top notch - more please :)

To me this was one of the best EVO diaries... so far :)! Keep them coming Mr. Harry

I love these videos. This is one of the best from Harry. No stupid music drowning out the car sounds either!

Harry's love of cars comes through with every video I watch, especially this Elan. Great video, again and again.

YES YES YES .... new episode of EVO Diaries !! Pause .... Like ... Full screen ... Play

I love to drive this beauty in Gran Turismo 4!!

Keep the videos coming Harry! Pure and honest enthusiasm is more enjoyable than a big budget TV production.

Great video Harry!!! the best car segment show on the net! Thank you!!

So much passion in these, best car videos on KZfaq without question.

Harry is just awesome, and his car collection, just amazing.

Best car clips out there. Thank you Harry.

Super car! Thanks for making these lovely videos.

love it how he can't help but smurk as he drives that thing, you can tell he genuinely loves it.

I fell in love with this car through the Forza games. I'd love to have one for real.

Harry, thank you for these videos.

i never would have thought that little elan would be so quick!!! awesome vid...

Thanks Harry. Beautiful car, Chapman was a genius.

you really know good cars, every car i have seen from your garage is something i hope to own as well

colin chapman was englands enzo ferrari

Saw one this morning in red. The guy was going for it on my favourite road I smiled & gave the thumbs up 👍

Love Harry's videos.

I'm very happy to have descover your channel.

Harry, Chris Harris and you are the only people on planet that can make every video special and interesting... I truly enjoy them... :)

What a fun little Lotus! Light weight and nimble.

Sounds amazing!

Another excellent review Harry, by far the best car shorts on KZfaq.

I can't believe that Maserati wheel comparison! Imagine how much extra rubber & metal is used globally to feed this insatiable desire for ever bigger wheels & tyres over the years. On most cars it's just ruins the dynamics, but most people are far more concerned with how it looks. Keep up the good work Harry.

Great video once again and how appropriate given the recent follies surrounding Lotus.

Finally it takes Harry to reassure that there is no better gear change than in the Elan: that is so true IMO - I had a Ferrari which was really disappointing in comparison. Would never sell the Elan...

I absolutely love these videos. Can't wait for the Countach diary.

With no doubt, the absolute best car reviews on the entire planet earth. Thanks a lot.

Incredible little car! Never realised it was quicker than the contemporary E Type! Great video, more like this please!

Another superb video, thanks Harry + EVO :-D

You wait all day for a bus, and then two comes along. Nice one harry.

Love the induction noise... fantastic.

Making a car lighter is the only single thing you can do to a car that improves EVERY performance aspect all a once. It makes it faster everwhere. But it's more than just weight. The engineering to make it light is remarkable, but the engine, gearbox, brakes, weight distribution, and perhaps most importantly, chassis/suspension are all utterly superb.

Unbelivable car, just brilliant. Utter great review. I just had an incredible desire to drive that car too, even by here it feels like an ultimate driving experience. Amazing job, congratulations!

To me, this video is better than a season of Top Gears! Just can't get enough! Thanks Harry.

That engine note is superb!

Damn it Harry, I want an Elan now!

That's what am exhaust is meant to sound like, love the idle

Harry this series is amazing,keep it up,show all your cars.

It sounds bloody brilliant.

I love these, Harry

sounds so pure great little car

Makes me happy to think I have an S1 Elise in the garage.

sounds fantastic

Great video. Everything about this car reminds me so much of my Miata.

Great video!

Yet another brilliant vid harry - Thanks! My daily web surfs always include a random check for any Harry reviews................ Keep 'um coming please!

Keep it on harry, what a fantastic car lover's review

Well, thanks a lot Harry. Now I want one!!!

this guy is very fortunate to have the dough to buy and drive the machines he loves... JEALOUS!

harry knows his stuff,top bloke

to each his own. I appreciate both cars

Saw one on Wheeler Dealers once, fell in love. Glad to see it on Evo!

After seeing this I realy want to drive that thing! Looks likes so much fun!

Nice car harry not many about like that thanks for the video proper driving car good luck with the next car test

Brilliant little car:)

Wow, always admired the elan, but had no idea how good it really is!

Can't wait for the next one.

It is funny you brought up issue 59 because I was reading the same issue last night. My previous car got nicked and looking for an MR2. Great issue, great diaries' video.

That's the magic of weight. Love it. Great vid.

Well done Harry, your affection for that car is clear to see. Even more than the 330 Ferrari (which was also a good video). Goes to show that expensive isn't always best. Building it yourself adds to the fondness no doubt. Well done. Anthony

You missed your calling, you are genuinely quite funny. My T shirt will now read "Mechanic Overlord" on the back and "Genius Hipster" on the front. Thanks very much for some good laughs.

Loving the wipers hanging over edge of car :D

couldnt help, but to admire the Lamborghini countach in the garage! :)

that looks like so much fun! :D

Harry Metcalfe - The joy of driving.

Cars like this are what make driving.. better! For present day cars, it is quite related to the Honda S2000

Love the Countach in the garage.

thank you for posting this video. I guess we'll never see anything like the Elan again Sprint again. Too bad for us.

Not a douche! Jealousy is a terrible thing. Keep at it Harry, fantastic work

A quick car even by todays standards. But regardless of speed this car is so full of character, it could have a 1.1 and I wouldn't care. Harry's video brilliant as always. Love watching him present.

Great, now I want an Elan Sprint.

Harry needs to give tours of his garage. Nice Lambo in the background.

Those 40 Dellorto's sound great! And looking at that gear lever, i bet those gear changes were rifle bolt accurate, I want one!

very good video indeed. now i want one!!!

Shame that we have so little reviews, especially technical reviews of this automotive masterpiece.

i did not expect such a good sound O.O

good heal-toe there at the end Harry!

Loved my little Elan Sprint! (apart from those awful rotoflex couplings!!) now of course you can get a proper solid replacements for them!) after this and Europa Specials I fell in love with Dinos!! (Spoilt swine!)

awesome car and video ;)