Lotus Esprit Turbo SE (1990)
for sale
Price: US $16,500.00
Price: US $16,500.00
-1990 Lotus Esprit Turbo Special Edition-
Up for sale is our 1990 Lotus Esprit Turbo SE featuring the original high performance 4 cylinder Lotus 907 engine w/ Charge Cooler. This car has been a joy to own and I will miss it more than words can express. We are moving so have considered parting ways with the Lotus. This car handles and drives like a dream! Very fast indeed, have to watch yourself at times... I felt lucky enough to find this beauty local where I could test ride and experience before I purchased and I was highly impressed. The car has been well cared for and it shows.
Upgrades to this beauty include:
*12/26/12 Stage 3 chip, increases power to 290hp ($350)
*12/17/09 18 wheels from Lotus twin turbo V8 ($1, 068)
*All 4 new high performance tires ($950)
*10/15/13 Momo performance steering wheel ($225)
*10/15/13 Upgraded rear brake light lens ($75)
*12/26/12 Engine out completely re-done head with new valves ($4, 600). Mileage at 91K
*12/04/12 New engine mounts ($145), engine buffer, upper and lower control arms wheel bearings, struts at all four corners ($1, 200).
*9/26/2012 New clutch pipe assembly, slave cylinder, and new fluid. ($215)
*10/15/13 Brand new high end professional paint job using Lotus factory Calypso Red. ($6, 000) NICE!
*3/17/15 Brake work completed, new front caliper ($163), new e-brake cable ($224), shifter kit ($146), and new brake fluid throughout the lines.
*6/25/15 Castro Synthetic blend 20w50 Oil/Lotus filter change w/ ring. At that time, new plugs, coolant caps, and hoses.
*Interior is in superior condition, no rips or tears anywhere on seats! Aftermarket flip out CD/Radio w/ remote. Dash is clean and free of any defects.
*All the body panels are perfectly straight. Car is dry and has always been garage kept and meticulously maintained. Note: I do have the original Calypso Red rear spoiler to go with the car, just liked how it looked without better.
Car runs great and drives like a dream! I have the mechanic receipts, original keys, poster board from car shows, and original brochure ads to follow with car.
Clean/Clear North Carolina title in hand, my name, and ready to be transferred to new Lotus owner.
NC inspection completed 6/10/15 and passed with no issues whatsoever. Feel free to email with any questions, additional pics, or to set up a time to view. No tire kickers, this is the real deal and if you are looking for very nice Lotus, this is the one for you. This car has been a joy to own and I will miss it! This Lotus is sold as is, where is in Wilmington, NC 28405. No warranty express or implied, in great running condition at time of sale.
NOTE: Please No International Bidding, Domestic sales only.
update: 2015-07-02
Used |
“One of 1,608 built between 1989 and 1991, twin cam, 4 valves per-cylinder, aluminum block and head with wet cylinder liners, forged crank and pistons, sodium filled exhaust valves, turbo and charge-cooled producing 264hp, stage 3 chip installed to increase to 290hp! 0-60 4.5 sec, top speed 164mph” |
VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): | SCCFC20B5LHF65561 | Year: | 1990 |
Interior Color: | Tan and black | Make: | Lotus |
Number of Cylinders: | 4 | Model: | Esprit |
Transmission: | 5 speed | Trim: | Special Edition |
Warranty: | Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty | Engine: | 907 Turbo with Charge Cooler |
Vehicle Title: | Clear | Drive Type: | RWD |
Options: | Sunroof, Leather Seats, CD Player | Mileage: | 93,200 |
Power Options: | Air Conditioning, Power Windows | Sub Model: | Turbo SE |
Fuel Type: | Gasoline | Exterior Color: | Calypso Red |
For Sale By: | Private Seller |