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£43,683

1983 Lotus Turbo Esprit

United States • 11 Oct 2026

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1983 Lotus Turbo Esprit, showing 60k miles, has had its engine and transmission rebuilt, and features a recent black paint job with gold graphics. It comes equipped with QA1 adjustable coilovers, BBS Mahle wheels, and black Connolly leather interior, though some interior wear is noted.

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Condition 

7

The car has undergone significant mechanical rebuilds and a repaint, but shows noted wear on the armrest and shift boot. It also had a 'Gross Polluter' designation in California in the past. These factors suggest a 'Very Good' condition rather than higher.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

SCCFC20A7DHF60320

Odometer:

60,000 miles

Reg Number:

[Reg Number]

RHD/LHD:

LHD

Rebuilt 2.2L Turbocharged Inline-Four Rebuilt Five‑Speed Manual Transaxle Black Paint w/Gold Graphics Black Connolly Leather Upholstery 15" BBS Mahle Basketweave Alloy Wheels QA1 Adjustable Coilovers Air Conditioning Aftermarket Stereo SE Chargecooler JE Forged Pistons
This 1983 Lotus Turbo Esprit underwent rebuilds of its turbocharged 2.2-liter inline-four and five-speed manual transaxle by Slade Racing Engines in 2008 as well as a single-stage repaint in black with gold graphics in 2012 under previous ownership before being acquired by the seller .

Now showing 60k miles, the car rides on 15″ BBS Mahle basketweave alloy wheels coupled with QA1 adjustable coilovers at all four corners and features pop-up headlights, rear window louvers, and a rear spoiler.

Inside, bucket seats trimmed in black Connolly leather are accompanied by a carbon-fiber instrument cluster surround as well as air conditioning and an aftermarket stereo.

The engine is equipped with an SE chargecooler, twin Del...

Points of note

£10,580

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£28,395

Median Price (Since 2020)

£67,611

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