Elysee (United Kingdom) - AllCarIndex

Elysee was a British automotive brand that operated from 1993 to 1998, initially under the ownership of Gemini Cars, based in Hucknall, Nottinghamshire. The brand was known for producing a replica of the Lotus Elan, which was built using the mechanical components of the Vauxhall Chevette. This choice of platform was considered unconventional, as the Elysee Sprint featured a twin rail ladder chassis rather than the original Elan's backbone design.

The Elysee models were characterized by their distinctive fibreglass bodywork, which included design elements such as frogeye headlamps, Mini-hinged doors, and rear lamps sourced from the Chevette. Throughout its production run, the brand offered alternative engine options, including the Ford crossflow and Fiat twin cam engines, catering to a range of performance preferences.

In 1998, the brand transitioned to J.B. Sports Cars, located in Shepperton, Middlesex, where development of a new Ford-based chassis was underway. Despite its brief existence, Elysee contributed to the niche market of replica sports cars during the 1990s.