1990's Elan

Mk1 MX5 - on adjustable suspension, with Turbo

Looking for a decent old Elan is a mine field, you will certainly be looking at something that had at least one ground up restorations, and you will want photographs and lots of history.

Caterhams do appear to handle "different" to Westfields etc, and are worth the extra initial investment as appear to hang onto their value a little better.