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Lotus Esprit 1981

General description : Anthony Colin Bruce Chapman was a British designer, founder of Lotus Cars and team principle of Team Lotus. Colin Chapman’s idea was to keep cars as light as possible. The first Lotus to be built was the 1948 Lotus Mark I. In 1952 Colin Chapman started his own car brand under the Lotus Engineering name. The Mark IV was built and developed as the first road going Lotus. Between 1976 and 2004 the Lotus Esprit saw the light of day in various guises. Designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro it premiered at the 1972 Turin auto-salon. Our example is one of the 3rd series Esprits and registered in 1981 for the first time. The car still has German registration and belonged to a gentleman who enjoyed driving a lot and used it all over Europe. You might think he was someone who enjoyed a challenge, however nothing could be further from the truth. Because the car received all it needed and certainly deserved, holidays were always trouble-free and the Lotus behaved in a most un-English fashion. Invoices show that over last five years for instance over € 10,000.- was spent in car maintenance. The original owner’s manual as well the original keys are still present. This car drives and changes gear superbly. Everything is in correct working order. The original interior trim is in good used condition. In the past the car was re-sprayed for cosmetic reasons. Although fine the paintwork is not in concourse condition. Naturally there are no signs of rust. Who could have imagined that this Lotus with its atmospherically aspired engine would last, absolutely fantastic! Gallery Aaldering is Europe’s leading Classic Cars specialist since 1975! Always 400 Classic and Sportscars in stock, please visit http://www.gallery-aaldering.com for the current stock list (all offered cars are available in our showroom) and further information. We are located near the German border, 95 km from Düsseldorf and 90 km from Amsterdam. So easy traveling by plane, train, taxi and car. Transport and worldwide shipping can be arranged. No duties/import costs within Europe. We buy, sell and provide consignment sales (selling on behalf of the owner). We can arrange/provide registration/papers for our German (H-Kennzeichen, TÜV, Fahrzeugbrief, Wertgutachten usw.) and Benelux customers. Gallery Aaldering, Arnhemsestraat 47, 6971 AP Brummen, The Netherlands. Tel: 0031-575-564055. Quality, experience and transparency is what sets us apart. We look forward to welcoming you in our showroom

1981 Lotus Esprit is listed for sale on ClassicDigest in Brummen by The Gallery for €41950.

 

Car Facts

Car type : Car Make : Lotus Model : Esprit Engine size : 0.0 Model Year : 1981 Sub type : Coupé Location : Brummen Vehicle Registration : Undefined

41950 €

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About Lotus Esprit
The Lotus Esprit is a British sports car that was produced by Lotus Cars from 1976 to 2004. It was designed by Giorgetto Giugiaro and is widely regarded as one of the most iconic sports cars of the 20th century.

The Esprit was powered by a range of engines over the years, including a 2.0-liter inline-four, a 2.2-liter inline-four, and a 3.5-liter V8. It also featured advanced suspension and braking systems, with four-wheel independent suspension and disc brakes on all four wheels.

The Lotus Esprit was known for its exceptional handling and performance, with a top speed of up to 175 mph and acceleration from 0 to 60 mph in as little as 4.7 seconds. Its aerodynamic fiberglass body and mid-engine layout made it a popular choice among sports car enthusiasts of the time.

The Esprit was also featured in a number of popular films and TV shows, including the James Bond film "The Spy Who Loved Me," where it famously transforms into a submarine. Its unique design and exceptional performance make it a sought-after classic car today
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