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1993 Vauxhall Lotus Carlton Only 46,000 miles and in current ownership for 21 years
Manor Park • UK • 22 Apr 2023
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1993 Vauxhall Lotus Carlton Only 46,000 miles and in current ownership for 21 years
UK • 22 Apr 2023
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1993 Vauxhall Lotus Carlton, number 847, is presented with only 46,000 miles and 21 years of current ownership. Recent engine work and brake overhaul enhance its appeal, complemented by its original book pack and service history, making it a potentially appreciating classic.
Condition
8
The car has been well-maintained, boasting only 46,000 miles and recent extensive engine work. The description notes the "remarkable condition" of the interior and the gleaming paintwork, suggesting it's in excellent cosmetic shape. However, the age implies some minor wear might be present, but not explicitly stated.
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46,000 miles
SCC000019N1256651
RHD
United Kingdom
Manual
K49 VFP
1993
Auction
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1993 Vauxhall Lotus Carlton Only 46,000 miles and in current ownership for 21 years
Manor Park • UK • 22 Apr 2023
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Description
A rare opportunity to get your hands on perhaps the finest English super saloon ever produced, the Lotus Carlton.
The Carlton definitely took the UK by storm and swiftly became infamous for its 177 mph top speed.
Powered by the 3615cc Opel C36GET inline six with two Garrett turbochargers, that produces 377bhp and 419lbft of torque, propelling the Vauxhall from 0-60 in 5.2 seconds.
Based around a four-door Vauxhall Carlton bodyshell modified to accept wider wheel arches, side skirts and a pronounced boot spoiler, the Carlton also benefited from Lotus enhanced power steering, disc brake and suspension and limited-slip differential.
The iconic Imperial Green paintwork gleams in the Spring sun and the Anthracite leather upholstery is in remarkable condition.
This Lotus Carlton has been in current ownership for the past 21 years and has covered a mere 46,000 from new, which appears to stack up with previous MOT certificates and the service booklet entries.
Evidently used sparingly in ...
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
Valid
Expires on 27th Apr 2027
Latest MOT mileage:
47,614 miles
MOT History
Passed
On 28th Apr 2026, 47,614 miles
Passed
On 22nd Apr 2025, 47,133 miles
Passed
On 6th Mar 2024, 46,786 miles
Passed
On 7th Mar 2023, 46,352 miles
There were 3 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Coolant leak
- Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
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