£111.5k
1991 Vauxhall Lotus Carlton
Historics • UK • 25 Nov 2023
Market Position:
World Record
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£111,524
1991 Vauxhall Lotus Carlton
UK • 25 Nov 2023 • Lot 168
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This Lotus Carlton is presented as a low-mileage, collector-grade example of the breed. Finished in Imperial Green with a black leather interior, it retains its original specification and comes with a comprehensive history, positioning it as a prime investment opportunity.
Condition
9
The listing emphasizes the car's exceptional condition, stating it's "probably one of the finest examples of this model being offered." Both the original paintwork and interior are described as exemplary. It also mentions a good history with relevant documentation, suggesting meticulous care and preservation, meriting a high score.
/ 10
17,823 miles
SCC000019M1064019
RHD
United Kingdom
Manual
H854 CMR
1991
Auction
£111.5k
1991 Vauxhall Lotus Carlton
Historics • UK • 25 Nov 2023
Market Position:
World Record
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Description
The Lotus Carlton was a Vauxhall Carlton upgraded by Lotus Cars to be a 177mph sports saloon with acceleration to equal contemporary supercars.
When released, it was the fastest four-door saloon car in the world.
The external differences were minimal with the addition of a rear spoiler, air intakes on the bonnet, Lotus badges on the front wings and bootlid, a bodykit and considerably wider wheel arches.
The car was only sold in one colour, a shade of British Racing Green called Imperial Green, a very dark green that in anything but direct light appears black.
Lotus re-worked the 2969cc, 24V straight six used in the Carlton GSi and bored it out to 3615cc.
In addition, twin Garrett T25 turbochargers were attached resulting in 377bhp and torque at 419lb/ft.
Power was transmitted through a six-speed ZF manual gearbox and power was driven to the rear wheels via a limited-slip differential.
The brakes were supplied by AP with 330mm ventilated discs all round and racing calipers.
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Price Analysis vs Other Lotus Carltons
£13,620
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£53,600
Median Price (Since 2020)
£111,524
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on 20th Oct 2024
Latest MOT mileage:
17,823 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 21st Oct 2023, 17,823 miles
Passed
On 26th Jun 2020, 17,661 miles
Passed
On 9th Aug 2018, 17,580 miles
Passed
On 8th Jul 2016, 17,385 miles
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