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Lotus Esprit Turbo DRY SUMP, 1981. The Holy Grail. For Sale

  • Right Hand Drive
  • 10 Miles
  • Manual, 5 speed
  • Petrol
  • 2174cc
  • 1981
  • PTO188X
  • Silver
  • Dealer
  • GB
    Wingham, United Kingdom

Description

Lotus Esprit Turbo DRY SUMP, 1981. The Holy Grail of the early Esprit Turbos with correct 4 stud split-rim Compomotive alloys. Beautiful paintwork in the original colour of Silver Diamond metallic ((A03). Re-trimmed in correct cloth interior as per the original specification as documented by the Lotus Cars archives. Correct Panasonic radio. Lotus archives Certificate of Provenance and Letter of Authenticity. Fully rebuilt engine by Mike Taylor of Lotusbits Ltd. long established Lotus engine specialist. Gearbox rebuilt at the same time and totalling £8, 800 not including labour for fitting. The engine is virtually run-in and behaves smoothly with a great delivery as you would expect from a fresh engine. Massive history file with a series of photographs showing the various rebuild stages. History files photographically documented in the following sections: 1. Engine & Carbs. 2. Transmission and clutch. 3. Rear suspension. 4. Front suspension and steering. 5. Wheels and Tyres. 6. Rear brakes. 7. Front brakes. 8. Exhaust. 9. Cooling system. 10. Fuel tanks' system and much more. Far too much to list. Comes freshly serviced and with a full MOT. Delivery can be arranged worldwide.


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Lotus Esprit Turbo DRY SUMP, 1981. The Holy Grail. For SalePTO188X

Vehicle location

Goodnestone Road, Wingham Industrial Estate, Wingham, Kent, CT3 1AR, United Kingdom
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Advert Details

Advert type:
For Sale
Category:
Classic Cars
Region:
Kent
Reference number:
C2063629
Listed on:
31/05/2026
Year:
1981
Colour:
Silver
Seller type:
Dealer

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