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Asking Price: £49,995
1981 Lotus Esprit
UK Sports Cars • United Kingdom
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1981 Lotus Esprit Turbo features a rebuilt engine and gearbox by Lotus specialists, along with a re-trimmed interior to original spec. It boasts a comprehensive history file and is finished in its original Silver Diamond metallic paint.

Condition
8
Rebuilt engine, gearbox, beautiful paintwork.
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Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
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Reg Number:
PTO188X
RHD/LHD:
[RHD/LHD]
Lotus Esprit Turbo DRY SUMP, 1981.
The Holy Grail of the early Esprit Turbos with correct 4 stud split-rim Compomotive alloys.
Beautiful paintwork in the original colour of Silver Diamond metallic ((A03).
Re-trimmed in correct cloth interior as per the original specification as documented by the Lotus Cars archives.
Correct Panasonic radio.
Lotus archives Certificate of Provenance and Letter of Authenticity.
Fully rebuilt engine by Mike Taylor of Lotusbits Ltd.
long established Lotus engine specialist.
Gearbox rebuilt at the same time and totalling £8,800 not including labour for fitting.
The engine is virtually run-in and behaves smoothly with a great delivery as you would expect from a fresh engine.
Massive history file with a series of photographs showing the various rebuild stages.
History files photographically documented in the following sections: 1.
Engine & Carbs.
2.
Transmission and clutch.
3.
Rear suspension.
4.
Front suspension and steering.
5.
Wheels and...
Points of note
£9,562
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£23,889
Median Price (Since 2020)
£47,251
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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