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£21,409

1983 Lotus Esprit S3

Bonhams Cars Online • UK • 22 Aug 2024

Market Position:

Mid-Market

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£21,409

1983 Lotus Esprit S3

UK • 22 Aug 2024

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1983 Lotus Esprit S3 is a well-maintained classic with 61,000 miles. It features a recent body restoration, meticulous upkeep, and mechanical work by a Lotus specialist, making it a highly desirable example for enthusiasts.

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Condition 

8

The car has been meticulously looked after, with a full body restoration documented by photographs. The exterior paintwork is in exceptional condition with a deep shine. The interior is also presented in remarkable shape, with only a split in the leather on the right side of the backrest bolster. Mechanically, the car is in good order, with recent timing belt change and front brakes overhaul. However, there is a slight scuff to the nearside front wheel and a stone chip on the front end.

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61,000 miles

SCC085912BHD11020

RHD

United Kingdom

Manual

SLY 449Y

1983

Auction

£21,409

1983 Lotus Esprit S3

Bonhams Cars Online • UK • 22 Aug 2024

Market Position:

Mid-Market

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Description

Purchased in 2014 by the current vendor this Lotus Esprit has been meticulously looked after without any expense being spared and has covered as little as 61,000 miles in its 43 year life span.

Prior to the purchase the Lotus underwent a full body restoration with various photographs documenting this process.

There is a large folder containing various documents and receipts for work completed as well as previous MOT’s.

The Lotus comes with two keys and the original owners handbook and service book.

Within this paperwork, is also the V5C.

The owner informs us that historic status has just been applied for.

It has been and still is admired and loved, not only by the owner but by those whole also have a great appreciation for iconic British sports cars.

We are informed that the car was only used when the weather was at it’s finest, a rare commodity in the UK.

When not in use, the Lotus has been stored in a secure, dry garage.

This is apparent from the fantastic condition that it ...

Price Analysis vs Other Esprit S3s

£14,000

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£22,810

Median Price (Since 2020)

£36,500

Highest Price (Since 2020)

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Mid-Market

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Average Price

Compared to historical records, the sale price placed this vehicle squarely in the mid-market for the Esprit S3.

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Previous Esprit S3 Sales

MOT Information

Expired

Expired on 14th Aug 2024

Latest MOT mileage:

60,901 miles

MOT History

Passed

On 15th Aug 2023, 60,901 miles

There was 1 defect noted.

Advisory:
- Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

Passed

On 6th Jun 2022, 60,872 miles

There was 1 defect noted.

Advisory:
- park brake 16% ,,, o/s low

Passed

On 7th Jun 2021, 60,866 miles

There was 1 defect noted.

Advisory:
- park brake 17% ,,, o/s low

Passed

On 12th Jun 2019, 60,796 miles


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