This product is handmade in Europe and can take up to eight weeks to arrive. No returns or exchanges accepted.
What This Is
A custom-sewn leather e-brake boot for your 2005-15 Lotus Elise. It replaces the factory boot and installs on your factory frame or trim. It is not a complete e-brake assembly.
What's Included
- Included: 1 leather e-brake boot, cut and sewn to order.
- Not included: e-brake handle, trim or hardware. You reuse your factory parts.
Before You Order
- Fits 2005-15 Lotus Elise.
- It's made to order, so it can take up to 8 weeks to arrive and can't be returned or exchanged. Please double-check your year, fitment, and colors before ordering.
- International shipping: every piece ships from Poland, so a $15 international shipping charge applies to each item at checkout.
Installation
Difficulty: Moderate | Tools: screwdrivers, basic hand tools, glue or a stapler depending on your frame
You'll remove the e-brake trim, move the new boot onto your factory frame, and reinstall.
▼ Click to Open / Close Step-by-Step Installation Guide (8 Steps)
Step 1. Start by removing the shift knob; it may take some force because of the thread locker used. The OEM knob has a set screw in the front that has to be loosened first with a 2.5mm Hex wrench, then the knob can be screwed counterclockwise to remove.
Step 2. With the knob off, remove the front console screws (one on each side) with a Torx T20 driver.
Step 3. The next step was to remove the parking brake handle, there are two 2.5mm Hex screws on the bottom of the handle that need to be loosened.
Step 4. Console removal is not required to remove the shift boot. Lift the console just enough to reach under the shifter and remove the clamps that hold the old boot to the console.
Step 5. Once it is out the leather boot can be peeled off of the plastic ring, it will be reused and is glued to the boot with contact cement. With stiffer boots (with piping for example) use super glue.
Step 6. Starting with the shifter boot, the plastic mounting ring must be attached with the larger part facing up. It appears that it will not fit but the leather will stretch perfectly and wrap around the ring snugly. Once the ring has been fitted to the boot, rubber contact cement can be used to secure it- let it dry before proceeding to the next step.
Step 7. After the glue is dry, the boot can be reinstalled. Turn the boot inside out and place it over the shifter rod. Zip-tie the boot to the shifter rod, positioning it so the reverse cable stays free and working.
Step 8. After the zip tie excess is cut, the boot can be flipped down over the zip tie and the plastic mounting ring reinstalled to the console using the metal clips removed earlier. If you use an aftermarket trim plate, you can glue the boot directly to it in place of the plastic trim ring. The brake boot can be slid over the brake handle and with the console still pulled up, the boot can be tucked down into the console around the brake handle. You may want to check this before tightening down the console mounting screws as it does not like to stay tucked. The last step is reinstalling the console screws and admiring the finished product.
Leather care: apply a leather conditioner with UV protection every 4-6 weeks to keep it from drying out and cracking.
Options & Pricing
Choose your material, colors, and stitching color in the options above. Add-on prices are added in the cart.
Material
- Regular Leather
- Perforated Leather
- Faux Alcantara
- Carbon Fiber Vinyl
Two-tone: choose a second color in the options above.
Style
- Quadruple Thread +$9
Quadruple stitching color applies to the outer lines of thread.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Is my personal information kept private? Is it safe to use my credit card?
A: Yes, your personal information is kept private and it is safe to use your credit card.
Q: How much will shipping cost?
A: Unfortunately, the cost of shipping is a real expense. Our goal is to minimize your shipping costs. Shipping is calculated at checkout based on the items in your cart and will be displayed prior to you placing an order. Please note that oversized items may be subject to additional charges, which will be noted on the product page.
Q: How do I track my order?
A: Once your order ships, you will receive a tracking notification via email.
Q: Can someone outside of the United States place an order?
A: Yes, we are happy to provide worldwide service for our customers. Your shipping charges will be calculated during the checkout process. Customs and duty fees are the responsibility of the buyer.