Description
Stunning 1990 Lotus Esprit Turbo SE in desirable black with magnolia leather interior.
In 1987 the classic 70’s Esprit was redesigned by Peter Stevens (who went on to style the McLaren F1). The restyled Esprit (coded X180) was more rounded than the original Series 1, 2 & 3 ‘wedge’ cars. Interior space was also improved.
In 1989 the Turbo SE (Special Equipment) was launched, adding multi point injection, and an air-water-air intercooler, known as a ‘chargecooler’, delivering 264bhp (280bhp on over-boost). This power combined with Lotus legendary light weight and handling, delivered performance of 0-60 mph in 4. 7 seconds and a top speed of 163mph (figures provided by Lotus World January 1990).
The Lotus Esprit Turbo SE was chosen for the car sequences in the 1990 classic films ‘Pretty Woman’ and ‘Basic Instinct’.
This Lotus enthusiast owned car benefits from a fully documented and receipted recommissioning in 2018 including, but not limited to, the following:
• All new belts including cam belt
• Water pump and charge cooler pump overhauled
• All new hoses
• Complete new clutch and slave cylinder
• New aluminum fuel tanks to original steel design
• Brake calipers refurbished
• New brake pads and stainless flexible brake hoses
• New battery
• New tyres
This very original car first registered August 1990 is not to be confused with other similar aged cars for sale which have been resprayed. This car has original unblemished paintwork and original leather interior complete with period Sony CD radio which is indicative of the care and maintenance received by previous owners.
The car comes complete with removable glass targa top, wind deflector, roof storage bag, original toolkit, stainless steel exhaust, sigma alarm / immobiliser, two sets of keys / remote fobs, fitted indoor car cover, cherished number plate, large history file, factory workshop manuals and parts manuals etc.
A Lotus certificate of vehicle provenance and covering letter detailing the original factory specification of the car is also included.
Owner’s handbook with service stamps and old MOTs verifying the mileage.
This is a very rare opportunity to purchase an iconic car that is fast appreciating in value.
For further information or to arrange a viewing please contact Trevor the details below
