One of Lotus’ most recognisable and coveted silhouettes, penned by legendary designer Giorgetto Giugiaro, the evolved Series 3 Esprit debuted in April 1981

Powered by a 2.2-litre (2,174cc) Lotus Type 912 naturally aspirated inline-4 fuelled through twin Dell’Orto DHLA 45E carburettors, this Esprit offers 160bhp at 6,500rpm and 160lb/ft of torque through a five-speed manual transaxle

The 1982 example seen here is an incredibly rare opportunity, believed to be one of four produced in the rare shade of Altair Green (A14), three in 1981 and only one in 1982

They were often trimmed in the distinctive Avocado Green or 'Lush Undergrowth' half-leather and cloth interior creating a monochromatic green supercar configuration

This example was originally allocated to Mr T Entright, a former board member of Lotus

We are informed that this example was laid up in the early 1990s and dry stored ever since, still wearing its period tyres

Acquired in 2013 by the current owner, an avid Esprit enthu...