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1985 Lotus Esprit Turbo
Lot Number: 240
1985 Lotus Esprit Turbo
In classic JPS Black and Gold and indicating just 47,213 miles...
This, left-hand drive, Esprit Turbo was imported from the USA by its present owner 6 years ago
The bumpers, lights and emissions were converted to European spec, by South West Lotus Centre
Over £18,500 has recently been lavished on bringing the Lotus up to the next level
New carpets and reupholstered leather seats and door cards. Steering wheel to match
Engine out and rebuilt and, according to top Lotus specialist is in ""excellent condition"",
Has covered less than 1,000 miles since arriving in the UK and presents really well
Bills and receipts. MOT Certificates, Log Book, USA BoS. Original manual and Turbo book
- Sold for: £23,310
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 23rd March, 2019 at 12.00pm GMT at
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REG NUMBER
B78FON -
ODOMETER READING
47213 Miles
SUMMARY
In classic JPS Black and Gold and indicating just 47,213 miles...
This, left-hand drive, Esprit Turbo was imported from the USA by its present owner 6 years ago
The bumpers, lights and emissions were converted to European spec, by South West Lotus Centre
Over £18,500 has recently been lavished on bringing the Lotus up to the next level
New carpets and reupholstered leather seats and door cards. Steering wheel to match
Engine out and rebuilt and, according to top Lotus specialist is in ""excellent condition"",
Has covered less than 1,000 miles since arriving in the UK and presents really well
Bills and receipts. MOT Certificates, Log Book, USA BoS. Original manual and Turbo book
DESCRIPTION
1985 Lotus Turbo Esprit. Black with tan interior. Left hand drive, imported from USA by the present owner 6 years ago. 6 years of current caring ownerhsip
Bumpers and emission converted to European spec. Complete new interior, seats reupholstered in leather and new carpets. Car in perfect show condition. 37000miles.
1985 Lotus Esprit Turbo A much-lavished car benefiting from much expenditure over £18,500 spent by the current owner Or A stunning 80's Iconic Esprit Turbo indicating just 47,213 miles...
VENDOR:
The car was purchased for $15,250 and imported from USA in August 2013 at a cost of $4400. All taxes paid and VAT receipts enclosed at a cost of £3500
It went to South West Lotus Centre where it went through a very thorough check and converted to European spec, the bumpers, lights and emission. The engine was taken out after the conversion was found to be in excellent condition and needed simple tuning. A new clutch and all belts replaced. When painting the new bumpers other areas were also painted to give the car a perfect look. Esprit Turbo decals were added to complete the authentic look. At a cost of £12500
After the restoration I installed a Pioneer stereo and a grade 1 alarm system and upgraded to central locking doors. Cost £1320
2 Pirellis were fitted to the front 3 days ago. Cost £146
The car covered less than 1000 miles since arriving to UK. All bills and receipts are included. The original manual and turbo book are included.
All car documents are included, MOT certificates, Log Book. The car has just over 47,000 genuine miles.
Bill of sale from USA also included.
The clock works but the buttons don't respond so cannot be reset
There is a small tear on top of the glove box. The leather of the glove box cover can be changed very easily.
Purchase price: $15250
Shipping costs: $4415
Taxes: £3496
Restoration Engine & Exterior: £12447.36
Restoration of interior: £5000
Alarm & Stereo: 1320
2 new front tires: 146
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 240
- Make
- LOTUS
- Model
- ESPRIT TURBO
- Registration Number
- B78FON
- MOT Expiry
- 29/10/2019
- Chassis Number
- SCCFC20A7FHF60602
- Engine Number
- LD910841021923
- Transmission
- manual
- Body Colour
- Black
GALLERY
SPECIALIST
Richard Greenhalgh
- Car Specialist
- 07948 152921
- richard@iconicauctioneers.com
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SCORE:
132 / 135
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Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
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