1998 Lotus Esprit

Lotus Esprit (1998)
for sale

Price: US $29,999.00

Description:

Adult owned, adult driven Lotus Esprit. This car drives beautifully with immediate turn in, unparalleled balance, loads of grip, strong Brembo brakes and endless power through low RPM to the screaming redline from the 3.5 liter flat-crank twin-turbo V8 engine.
All service is up to date with records to prove it.
38, 300 miles. This car drives like new. It has enough miles on it that anything that could go wrong has already gone wrong and been replaced. Beware the ultra-low mileage garage queens that haven't been shaken down. This car is ready to drive anywhere. Everywhere you go heads will turn, smiles will flash, thumbs will go up and crowds will form.
According to Lotus Cars NA this is 1 of 95 cars that made it to America in 1998. It is a rare, unique driving experience that you will not get with any other car. If you want to stand out from the crowd of Porsches and Corvettes at the price of a new Camry, this is the car for you.
Collector cars have outperformed the stock market over the last 15 years - this is an investment that is only going to appreciate in value. It is eligible for collector/exotic agreed value insurance.
Some more interesting highlights:
-UN1 transmission - upgraded to 500+ whp Holloway unit with revised 1st and 2nd gear ratios.
-New transmission mounts
-C service in October, 2015 - includes the expensive timing belt service
-New injectors, plugs, wires, filters in May 2016
-Bulkhead modification - no clunks or rattles
-Custom valved Koni coilovers
-New bushings front and rear
-OZ Racing 'Saturn Plus' 6-spoke monobloc wheels - these are rare, extremely strong and light Lotus OEM wheels
The interior is absolutely beautiful. The exterior has Lotus Star Shield clear bra. You can zoom in to some of the high quality photos and see for yourself.
I stacks of receipts and can provide detailed invoices by email if desired. This car is solid, reliable, and has had everything done to it. I have spared no expense maintaining and caring for this car.
I am willing to bring this car anywhere locally for a pre-purchase inspection.
I am more than happy to show the car using Facetime or in person.
NO RESERVE - winning bid takes the car.
Please - serious bidders only.
Happy bidding. VIDEO:

update: 2016-07-01

Features:

Condition:Seller Notes:
Used
“Nearly perfect. Tons of records. All service up to date.”
Year: 1998VIN (Vehicle Identification Number): SCCDC0828WHA15632
Mileage: 38,200Interior Color: Biscuit
Make: LotusNumber of Cylinders: 8
Model: EspritTransmission: Manual
Trim: V8 Coupe 2-DoorBody Type: Coupe
Engine: 3.5L 3506CC V8 GAS DOHC TurbochargedWarranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Drive Type: RWDVehicle Title: Clear
Fuel Type: GasolineExterior Color: Black
For Sale By: Private Seller

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