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Winning bid
£23,995

1998 Lotus Esprit GT3

Highlights

  • Full service history from new, maintained regardless of use
  • 48,802 miles
  • Garage-stored example
  • Only four former registered keepers
  • Advisory-free MOT


The Appeal

The GT3 was a lightweight, driver-focused version of the Esprit, produced in limited numbers from 1997 to 1999. Just 196 were built in all, of which just 110 were sold in right-hand drive to the UK market. Altogether nimble than its V8-engined counterpart, the GT3 is widely regarded as one of the best-handling Esprits of all.

This 1998 example offers enthusiasts the opportunity to own a well-maintained piece of British motorsport heritage. With full service history from new and having been cherished by just four registered keepers, this GT3 has been properly stored and maintained throughout its life.

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History and Paperwork

  • One of the 110 UK market RHD cars
  • Four former registered keepers
  • Purchased by the current owner in June 2004
  • Well-stamped service book amounting to full service history available with complete service records from 1998 onwards
  • 48,802 miles
  • Previous MOT certificates available
  • HPI certificate from the time of purchase available
  • The vehicle has been garage-stored throughout current ownership
  • Owner is reluctantly considering selling due to a pending hip replacement
  • V5C present
  • Original book pack and brochure
  • Two sets of keys

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The Condition

  • Presents in superb condition for its age, in line with low mileage and careful storage
  • Striking orange paintwork in very smart order with minor blemishes showing only
  • Small scrape on the nearside rear wheel arch reported
  • Some deterioration and kerb damage to the black alloy wheels
  • Sunroof in working order
  • Equipped with racing seats
  • Driver's seat shows wear on both sides, but nothing egregious

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The Mechanics

  • Mid-mounted, 2.0-litre(1,973 cc) inline-four turbocharged and charge-cooled engine
  • Five-speed manual gearbox
  • The vendor states there are no starting problems and that the Lotus is a joy to drive
  • The vendor states that performance remains excellent and "takes off just as good as 21 years ago"
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Winning bid
£23,995
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Auction Details

  • Year1998
  • MakeLotus
  • ModelEsprit
  • ColourOrange
  • Odometer48,802 Miles
  • Engine size1973cc
  • TransmissionManual, 5 speed
  • Steering positionRight Hand Drive
  • Fuel typePetrol
  • Seller TypePrivate
  • TownBurnham on Sea
  • CountySomerset
  • CountryUnited Kingdom
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Bidding history

24 Bids

super-s••••
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£23,995
23/09/25
ClarkTi••••
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£23,500
23/09/25
Jx.ferg••••
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£23,250
23/09/25
ClarkTi••••
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£23,000
23/09/25
Saunder••••
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£22,750
23/09/25
ClarkTi••••
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£22,500
23/09/25
Jx.ferg••••
Bid
£22,250
23/09/25
ClarkTi••••
Bid
£22,000
23/09/25
Jx.ferg••••
Bid
£21,750
23/09/25
ClarkTi••••
Bid
£21,500
23/09/25

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