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£28,826
1988 Lotus Esprit Turbo
United States • 14 Aug 2026
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1988 Lotus Esprit Turbo, showing 47k miles, presents well in Calypso Red with a refreshed interior and recent mechanical work including a rebuilt engine and transmission. It comes with desirable upgrades like an aftermarket stereo with Apple CarPlay and new tires, though minor paint imperfections and interior wear are present.
Condition
7
The car is in Very Good condition. It has had significant recent maintenance and upgrades including rebuilt engine and transmission, new exhaust, battery, air filter, tires, and speakers. The interior has been re-trimmed and carpeting replaced. Cosmetic issues noted are crazing on the right A-pillar and stone chips on the rear rocker panel intakes, along with wear on the driver's seat bolster and shifter boot. The Carfax report is accident-free with a noted mileage inconsistency.
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Manual
Transmission:
SCCFC20A6JHF62303
Chassis No:
Odometer:
47,000 miles
88 ESPRIT
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
LHD
Turbocharged 2.2-Liter Inline-Four Five-Speed Manual Transaxle Calypso Red Paint Gray & Biege Leather Upholstery 15" OZ Alloy Wheels Replacement Exhaust System Coilover Suspension Disc Brakes Painted Roof Panel & Glass Sunroof Painted Wind Deflector Rear Spoiler Pop-Up LED Headlights R134a-Based Air Conditioning Aftermarket Head Unit w/Bluetooth Spare Parts Included Car Cover Accident-Free Carfax Report
This 1988 Lotus Esprit Turbo is powered by a turbocharged 2.2-liter inline-four and a five-speed manual transaxle that are said to have been rebuilt under previous ownership, and it was purchased by the seller .
Subsequent work included adjusting the suspension ride height, performing an oil change, and replacing the exhaust system, battery, air filter, tires, rear decklid struts, wheel center caps, front speakers, and assorted weather seals.
Finished in Calypso Red over multi-tone beige and gray leather upholstery, the car is equipped with aftermarket coilovers, 15″ seven-spoke OZ ...
Points of note
£11,172
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£22,061
Median Price (Since 2020)
£45,379
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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