Lotus Esprit Turbo
Overview
| Produced: |
1980-1987, 1658 produced. |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Coupe,2 doors,2 seats |
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2174cc | S4 DOHC |
Drivetrain and Suspension
| Drivetrain | Steering | Front Suspension | Rear Suspension |
|---|---|---|---|
Performance
| Top Speed | 0-60 | SQM | MPG | Engine Pwr | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 152 mph | 5.5 s |
Auction Sales History
| Lot Num |
Description | Auctioneer | Date | Hammer Price | Hammer Price (inc premium) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 60 | Lotus Turbo Esprit | H&H Sales Limited | 7 Dec 2011 | £6160.00 | - |
| 90 | Lotus Esprit Turbo | H&H Sales Limited | 20 Jul 2011 | Not sold | |
| 19 | Lotus Esprit Turbo | H&H Sales Limited | 13 Apr 2011 | Not sold | |
| 038 | Lotus Esprit Turbo | Brightwells Auctioneers and Valuers | 23 Sep 2009 | £8400.00 | - |
| 321 | Lotus ESPRIT TURBO 2.2 | ECA Classic Auctions | 21 Jan 2007 | Not sold | |
| 205 | 1987 Lotus Esprit Turbo Limited Edition - 265 Miles From New | Coys | 24 Jun 2006 | Not sold | |
| 116 | Lotus Esprit Turbo | Barons | 12 Dec 2005 | £4300.00 | - |
| 608 | 1983 Lotus Esprit Turbo Coupé | Bonhams | 24 Jun 2005 | Not sold | |
Magazine Articles
| Title | Pages | Options | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Article |
The essence of Lotus |
50 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars March 2010 | |||
| The essence of Lotus - Lotus made its name by breeding into its cars a surreal blend of handling, feel and supple ride. We test six definitive models to discover which one distils the magic best. 1960 Lotus Seven Series 1, 1961 Lotus Elite, 1971 Lotus Elan Sprint, 1969 Lotus Europa Series 2, 1985 Lotus Esprit Turbo, 2000 Lotus Elise Sport 160. | ||||
| Article |
Affordable Supercars - £15k Heaven or Hell? |
38 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars December 2009 | |||
| Affordable Supercars - £15k Heaven or Hell?- The most misleading description since Celebrity Big Brother or a genuine opportunity? Join us as we get behind the wheel and quiz the owners. 1977 Ferrari 308GT4, 1975 Lamborghini Urraco S, 1978 Maserati Merak 3000SS, 1984 Lotus Esprit Turbo, | ||||
| Article |
Lotus Esprit files |
41 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars September 2006 | |||
| Lotus Esprit files - Britain's first supercar braved avant design, survived financial battles and starred in two James Bond films. Prepare to be amazed. | ||||
| Article |
Buyers Guide - Lotus Esprit - Treat Yourself to a Lotus (1976-1988) |
108 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics January 2005 | |||
| Buyers Guide - Lotus Esprit - Treat Yourself to a Lotus - The Esprit’s reputation for delivering a great driving experience is justified, but its reputation for being fragile is undeserved. | ||||
| Article |
Lotus Esprit Turbo vs Ferrari 308 |
126 |
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| Publication | Classic & Sports Car August 2008 | |||
| Lotus Esprit Turbo vs Ferrari 308- When F1 rival take their battle to the streets, enthusiasts get machines such as these to choose from. Russ Smith picks the junior supercar champion. | ||||
| Article |
Buying power - Lotus Esprit 1976-1987 |
28 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 5 July 2007 | |||
| Buying power - Lotus Esprit 1976-1987- During the Seventies, things went very wedgy in car design....with one of the most exciting British Cars of the style and era being the Lotus Esprit. RICHARD GUNN guides you through buying Giugiaro's razor-sharp sportscar. | ||||
| Article |
Smooth operator |
98 |
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| Publication | Classic & Sports Car January 2006 | |||
| Smooth operator - It might not have the edge in looks on Giugiaro's original Lotus Esprit but, reckons Martin Buckley, Peter Stevens' softer successor is a more practical proposition. | ||||
| Article |
Buying Power - Lotus Esprit 1975-1987 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 11 November 2004 | |||
| Buying Power - Lotus Esprit 1975-1987 - Few British supercars can equal the long term success of the dramatic Lotus Esprit. RICHARD GUNN looks at buying the ’real’ wedge-shaped version built up until 1987. | ||||
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