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1988 Lotus Esprit S3
United Kingdom • 23 Nov 2024 • Lot Lot 265
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AI Listing Summary
This 1988 Lotus Esprit S3, originally a dealership demonstrator, boasts an excellent history file and was owned by the previous owner for 29 years. Finished in black with magnolia leather, the car has a confirmed mileage of 40,228 and comes with original service books and a current MoT with no advisories, making it a very desirable example.
Condition
7
Based on the description, the car has been well-maintained and cossetted, with regular servicing carried out by specialists. The mileage is confirmed by invoices and MoTs. It comes with a comprehensive history file, original service books, and even the original Blaupunkt stereo system. The current MoT is valid until July 2025 with no advisories. The description indicates that the car is in excellent condition for its age, with only routine servicing required. No significant cosmetic or mechanical issues are mentioned, suggesting it's above average but not quite pristine.
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Transmission:
[Transmission]
Chassis No:
SCC085912KHD13408
Odometer:
40,288 miles
Reg Number:
F228 JYJ
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Year: 1988 Make: Lotus Model: Esprit S3 Registration: F228 JYJ Chassis No: SCC085912KHD13408 Engine No: CA 9128810254 69 Mileage: 40,288 (a): Excellent history file (b): With previous owner for 29 years The 1987 Lotus Esprit benefitted from a far reaching restyle by Peter Stevens.
Out went many of the sharp lines, to be replaced by a more organic aero look.
It worked too, the Esprit certainly looked like a contemporary product when launched, and still looks timeless today.
Originally, the name Kiwi was proposed for the Esprit but, in keeping with the Lotus tradition of having all car model names start with the letter 'E', the name became Esprit.
There was a little more power and a little more weight, but overall the Esprit experience was uncorrupted by the update.
The Citroën SM gearbox was replaced by a Renault GTA unit, along with outboard rear brakes.
The interior for both cars was revised and featured new trim; combined with changes to the body moulds this resulted in more he...
Points of note
£14,000
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£22,810
Median Price (Since 2020)
£36,500
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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