1987 Show Winning Lotus Esprit HC For Sale

Widely regarded as the best of the normally-aspirated, Giorgetto Giugiaro-styled Lotus Esprits, the S3 was introduced on April 22nd 1981. Visually updated via a plethora of colour-coded aerodynamic aids (front spoiler, side skirts, air scoops etc), the model also boasted a new steering wheel, seats and instruments. Derived from the Essex Turbo Esprit, its galvanised backbone chassis featured all-round independent suspension, rack-and-pinion steering and four-wheel disc brakes. Light and supremely agile in the best Lotus tradition, the S3 was powered by a mid-mounted 2174cc DOHC four-cylinder engine allied to five-speed manual transmission. A fitting swansong, the updated HC version made its UK debut in early 1987. With 172bhp and 163lbft on tap thanks to an improved cooling system, Nikasil cylinder liners and higher 10. 9:1 compression ratio, the newcomer was reputedly capable of 0-60mph in 6. 5 seconds and 138mph. Further enhanced via a larger capacity battery, full engine / transmission undertrays and adjustable-rake seats, it was decidedly short-lived. Forced to make way for the new generation 'X180' Esprit in October 1987, the HC is deservedly prized among today's collectors.

Almost faultless sumptuous tan leather. Carpets are in unmarked fantastic condition, All electrics, gauges and switches work perfectly.

All original and unmarked alloys with brand new Pirelli's all round.

2174cc normally aspirated 4 cylinder engine, sounds lovely, no leaks, no rattles. Recent cambelt change, the twin Dellorto's are running perfectly, the 5 speed gearbox is spot on with a lovely clean smooth change in all gears.

A time warp example of this HC Lotus. Very low miles, now getting very hard to find in this impeccable condition.

Like the 1st true mobile phone of the era the Motorola 8500x this Lotus is a true iconic super car of its day . Everything is right about this car everything as it was 23 years ago, no silly add-ons. The car is in truely immaculate condition having only done 34, 000 miles and only used in dry weather. This Lotus can only be described as in "timewarp condition". This high compression (HC model) was and is considered to be the one to have benefiting from higher horsepower and great torque without all the troubles and unreliability of a turbo (exhaust manifolds cracking etc). To find a HC in this condition would be a lifetime of searching.

Finished in black with tan half-leather upholstery, this particular example is in "immaculate" condition. Its engine, five-speed manual gearbox, electrical equipment, interior trim, bodywork and paintwork are faultless. Dry stored in a heated garage, the HC has had 4 previous owners the last of whom kept it for nineteen years. Riding on original correct-type BBS cross-spoke alloys and shod with brand new Pirelli tyres. The HC has had a recent cambelt change, has a stainless steel exhaust and full toolkit. The bodywork is excellent with a deep high-gloss shine and no cracks or microblisters. The interior is exceptional with no signs of wear what so ever. E666 HSG is very original car in 'time warp' order. Worthy of close inspection, this striking HC is offered for sale with original purchase invoice, service history, supporting bills, all past MOT's and handbooks.

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