Lot 27: Lotus OMEGA

An extremely special motor car which was assured of instant classic status as soon as it appeared, the Lotus Omega was built in a production run of just 1000, equally split between right and left-hand-drive (the Carlton being the RHD variant).� All of the cars were identical in specification and colour, being finished in Lotus Imperial green and trimmed with black hide.� This model was in fact the fastest ever production saloon car until comparatively recently, being powered by a 3.6-litre engine mated to a 6-speed gearbox.� Twin turbochargers were fitted and the power output was a stupendous 380bhp, which gave a top speed in excess of 175mph.� Despite the formidable specification, the car could be driven in a docile manner even doing shopping duties and school runs  not many supercars could fulfil that role!�Dating from 1991 with the recorded mileage understood to be 65,000, the car is described as being in good condition in all respects and has had the modified bell housing and a new clutch fitted.� First supplied in Italy, we are advised that it is supplied with full Italian service history together with previous MOT certificates and bills whilst it has been in the UK.�