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Current Bid: £4,856

350-Powered 1977 Lotus Esprit S1 5-Speed Project

Bring A Trailer • US • 9 Nov 2026

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Current Bid: £4,856

350-Powered 1977 Lotus Esprit S1 5-Speed Project

US • 9 Nov 2026

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

A 1977 Lotus Esprit S1 project, one of 718 examples, featuring a 350ci V8 engine and a 5-speed manual transmission. Finished in yellow with a green and plaid interior, this car has undergone modifications and requires further work.

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Condition 

7

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Manual

LHD

United States

2Y 6X3

1977

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Current Bid: £4,856

350-Powered 1977 Lotus Esprit S1 5-Speed Project

Bring A Trailer • US • 9 Nov 2026

Market Position:

Lowest Price

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Description

This 1977 Lotus Esprit S1 is one of 718 examples produced between 1976 and 1978, and it is a project that has been modified with a 350ci V8.

Finished in yellow over green and plaid cloth, the car is equipped with a five-speed manual transaxle, integrated driving lights, 15" basketweave wheels, four-wheel disc brakes, an independent suspension, a…

Price Analysis vs Other Esprit S1s

£7,984

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£28,528

Median Price (Since 2020)

£124,292

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