Description
The Hilton & Moss team is delighted to present a genuine piece of Lotus history to the market. This represents a rare chance to acquire what could be considered the most photographed and widely recognised Lotus Exige. The stunning Exige Sport 390 Final Edition served as the official press car for Lotus Cars Ltd during the launch of the production model in 2021. It garnered extensive coverage from the motoring press during its initial years on the road, being featured in numerous prominent articles and videos. Notably, it was driven by some of the most significant and influential figures in the automotive industry. This is an exciting opportunity to own a genuine piece of modern Lotus history!
Introducing the Lotus Exige Sport 390 Final Edition Press Car, marking the end of the Exige lineage in its final year of production. Unveiling an extraordinary blend of performance, style, and meticulous craftsmanship, this last-of-the-line limited edition captures the very essence of a race car for the road.
The Exige Sport 390 boasts an exhilarating 3. 5-litre supercharged V6 engine, finely tuned to produce an impressive 397bhp and 420Nm of torque. The engine lies within a lightweight and rigid chassis, featuring Lotus' pioneering bonded aluminium architecture and a unique rear subframe. The result is an instant response, thrilling acceleration, and a connection between driver and machine that's unrepeatable.
The exterior design of the Exige Sport 390 Final Edition is a testament to Lotus' commitment to perfection. The sleek aerodynamic profile, generates 115kg of downforce at top speed, ensuring optimal performance and a visual presence that commands attention.
The interior features a cutting-edge AIM digital dashboard offering two distinct displays – one echoing conventional dials and the other embracing a race car-style digital speed read-out. The newly designed steering wheel, featuring a flat base for improved leg clearance, enhances both comfort and accessibility.
Replacing its predecessor, the Exige Sport 350, this Final Edition embraces technological advancements with a power increase of 47bhp. The recalibrated Edelbrock supercharger with charge cooling propels the Exige to 60mph in a mere 3. 7 seconds, reaching a remarkable top speed of 172mph. This aids the supercharger to maintain performance in all scenarios.
To complement this impressive power, the Exige Sport 390 is equipped with 10-spoke lightweight forged alloy wheels, wrapped in Michelin PS4 tyres, ensuring optimal grip and road-holding capabilities.
This Exige Sport 390 Final Edition is a fantastic example, first registered in January 2021 having covered 13, 360 miles with just one owner. Lotus Cars Ltd.
The Press Car was specified in the sublime paint colour of Metallic Orange C205, Satin Black wheels, and a black leather interior pack. The car's exterior features an exterior black pack featuring a black roof, black side pods, black wing mirrors, black front access panel and black rear transom.
Inside, the black leather seats with Orange contrast stitching creates a sleek look. Other features include a leather steering wheel, stereo, speakers, cruise control, floor mats, extended carpets touring pack and air conditioning. The Exige Sport 390 also features an exclusive bespoke interior trim design.
With its powerful performance, precise handling, and classic design, the Lotus Exige Sport 390 Final Edition is a masterful blend of sports car thrills for the open road. This is a rare opportunity to own a piece of automotive history with this last-of-the-line Exige S3.
Full spec list:
Metallic Orange C205 paint
Exterior Black pack
Satin Black wheels
Black brake callipers
Leather interior pack
Bespoke interior trim design
Orange contrast stitch
Leather flat-bottom steering wheel
Black interior colour pack
Air conditioning
Touring pack (Includes full carpets, cruise control, stereo and speakers and sound insulation)
Floor mats
In its final farewell, the Lotus Exige Sport 390 Final Edition stands as a testament to Lotus' commitment to pushing the boundaries of automotive excellence. A combination of power, elegance, and cutting-edge technology, this exceptional sports car stands out in an ordinary world, making a lasting impression on those fortunate enough to experience its exhilarating performance on both road and track.
Available now for viewing and demonstration at our Bishop’s Stortford showrooms.
