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£29,147

1982 Lotus Esprit Turbo ‘Dry Sump’ - 25,500 Miles

Finland • 1 Jun 2025

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This 1982 Lotus Esprit Turbo, one of 143 'dry sump' cars, is a low-mileage example that retains its original Essex Blue paint and blue half-leather upholstery. While showing some wear, including minor paint imperfections and interior wear, it has had a recent €21,000 refresh, addressing suspension, brakes, and electrics.

Condition

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The car is described as being in highly original condition with low mileage. The seller notes normal signs of wear including stone chips, cracks and scratches, but the car is believed to retain most of its original paint. There is also some wear on the seats and steering wheel. The front bumper was replaced to correct some previous damage. The seller notes that there are some oil leaks from the front of the engine cover and the from the gearbox gasket when the engine and gearbox are up to temperature, but they are otherwise not aware of any electrical or mechanical faults. The most recent inspection of roadworthiness was in July 2024 during which the seller reports that no warnings or advisory items were noted. The certificate is noted to be valid until July 2028.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

[Chassis No]

Odometer:

25,100 miles

Reg Number:

XMO599

RHD/LHD:

RHD

KEY FACTS This 1982 Lotus Esprit Turbo is a revered 1980s sports car, and one of just 143 ‘dry sump’ cars built between 1980 and 1983.

It is powered by a 2.2-litre turbocharged inline-four engine producing around 210hp, which is sent to the rear wheels via a five-speed manual transmission.

The car has benefitted from a 200-hour €21,000 refresh at the beginning of 2023 courtesy of Grips Garage in Finland, which involved the fitment of many parts from Lotus specialist PNM-Parts including new suspension, bushings, overhauled callipers, brake pipes and hoses, cooling and oil hoses, timing belt, auxiliary belt, gearbox shifter bushings, as well as an overhaul of the electrics and electric fans.

The odometer shows just 25,100 miles.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES As confirmed by the accompanying Lotus Certificate of Vehicle Provenance, this Esprit left the factory with Essex Blue paintwork with blue half-leather upholstery, and was specified in export configuration though still configured with a...