£107.5k
1992 Vauxhall Lotus Carlton Car number 297 boasting the last ever Lotus re-worked 3615cc, 24V straight-six engine
Historics • UK • 14 Sept 2024
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£107,536
1992 Vauxhall Lotus Carlton Car number 297 boasting the last ever Lotus re-worked 3615cc, 24V straight-six engine
UK • 14 Sept 2024 • Lot 217
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1992 Vauxhall Lotus Carlton, car number 297, features the last Lotus re-worked 3615cc straight-six engine. It has undergone a comprehensive cosmetic and mechanical restoration, making it one of the best examples available. The car is finished in unmarked Imperial Green with a contrasting black leather interior and boasts a comprehensive history file.
Condition
9
The car has been comprehensively restored to an incredible standard, with attention to detail that surpasses even factory specifications. Recent mechanical work ensures impeccable performance. The interior has been retrimmed, and the car comes with a complete history file. The only reason for a slightly lower rating is the vendor's reluctance to drive it due to its pristine condition.
/ 10
76,941 miles
SCC000019M1203141
RHD
United Kingdom
Manual
J820 UPB
1992
Auction
£107.5k
1992 Vauxhall Lotus Carlton Car number 297 boasting the last ever Lotus re-worked 3615cc, 24V straight-six engine
Historics • UK • 14 Sept 2024
Market Position:
Highest 10% of Past Sales
Track live values and receive listing alerts
Description
Year: 1992 Make: Vauxhall Model: Lotus Carlton Registration: J820 UPB
Chassis No: SCC 000019M1203 141
Engine No: C36GET30M60302 Mileage: 76,941 •: Boasting the last ever Lotus re-worked 3615cc, 24V straight-six engine •: Restored to an original yet incredible standard •: Provence dating back to 1992 •: Thought of as the best Lotus Carlton in the country The Lotus Carlton was a Vauxhall Carlton upgraded by Lotus Cars to be a 177mph sports saloon with acceleration equal to 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...
Price Analysis vs Other Lotus Carltons
£13,620
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£53,600
Median Price (Since 2020)
£111,524
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Valid
Expires on 5th Jan 2027
Latest MOT mileage:
76,983 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 6th Jan 2026, 76,983 miles
Failed
On 6th Jan 2026, 76,983 miles
There was 1 defect noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Pass after Rectification at Station:
- (Dangerous) Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
Passed
On 2nd Nov 2023, 76,931 miles
Passed
On 19th May 2022, 76,798 miles
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