BEAUTIFUL Otis Lexan E401 Traction Elevators @ Signia By Hilton (fmr. Fairmont), San Jose, CA

Oh boy, where do I even BEGIN with these elevators! These are awesome 1980s Otis Elevators at the famous Fairmont hotel in SJ! It's been bought out but oh well, the charm is HERE!!

And man was I (and are y'all) in for a TREAT! These elevators are Elevonic 401s like most Otis Elevators from the era. But these use the Lexan fixtures, their luxury button from the time. Even if S1 had been released! And more importantly, they are NOT the CA-code version, meaning they have a deeper well and feel nicer than those buttons. Last but not least, the cabs of this car scream fancy. I'm so glad I found these in their original condition. I sincerely hope that no one gets their hands on these besides for upkeep. These are AMAZING and MUST-SEE elevators in SJ.

Specs:
Type: Overhead Traction
Installed: 1987
Modded: N/A (YAY)
Capacity: 1588 kg
Floors: 20
Number in Bank: 5
Door Type: Center Opening
Indicator: VFD Segmented
Restrictions: None!

Video Taken: 15 July 2024

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These elevators are SUPER FAST for only 20 floors, as they go at an unusual speed of 700 FPM! That's insane!