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- 1988 Lotus Esprit X180 (NA)
1988 Lotus Esprit X180 (NA)
Lot Number: 968
1988 Lotus Esprit X180 (NA)
Smart, Calypso Red, normally-aspirated Esprit with 72,000 miles indicated offered with a sensible estimate.
- GUIDE PRICE: £16,000 - £20,000
+ buyers premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT) on the first £300,000 of the hammer and 10% plus VAT (12% incl VAT) thereafter
You can choose to bid in the room, by phone, online or via commission.
LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Saturday 7th December, 2024 at 12.00pm GMT at Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN
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BODY COLOUR
Calypso Red -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
E188 BGN -
ODOMETER READING
71858 Miles
SUMMARY
Smart, Calypso Red, normally-aspirated Esprit with 72,000 miles indicated offered with a sensible estimate.
DESCRIPTION
- The Esprit's 1987 redesign (X180) was the work of Peter Stevens and, whilst it retained the basic creativity behind the original Giorgetto Giugiaro design, it featured rounder, smoother lines, which helped to reduce the drag coefficient to only 0.33.
- Initially, two models were available the Esprit Turbo at £29,995 and the Normally Aspirated Esprit at £22,995. They were visually indistinguishable externally apart from some minor detail differences
- The NA was powered by a 2174cc in-line 4-cylinder generating 172bhp/163lb.ft and offering 0-60 in 5.5 seconds
- This smart example is finished in Calypso Red and features a tilting and removable sunroof and electric windows.
- Purchased by our vendor three years ago from a collector and supplied with the original owner’s handbook, stamped service record, an extensive file of invoices and previous MOT Certificates supporting the current indicated mileage
- Recorded maintenance includes a new clutch at 58,000 miles, new manifold struts at 64,000 miles, and a cam belt at 67,000 miles
- Attention during current ownership includes a full carb rebuild, water pump rebuild, electric window motors replaced, and headlight motor repaired. Serviced with a fresh MOT (no advisories) on 29/05/2024
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 968
- Make
- LOTUS
- Model
- ESPRIT X180
- Registration Number
- E188 BGN
- MOT Expiry
- 29/05/2025
- Chassis Number
- SCC085912JHD13193
- Engine Number
- CA912 8804 24880
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Calypso Red
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Richard Greenhalgh
- Car Specialist
- 07948 152921
- richard@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.
CONTACTSEE IT IN ACTION
SEE IT IN ACTION
SCORE:
81 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
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Remarks
The car features a tilting and removable sunroof and electric windows.
Interior
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Engine
Components:
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Remarks
Well maintained and regularly serviced over the years.
Transmission
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Clutch:
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Remarks
New clutch fitted at 58,000 miles, new manifold struts at 64,000 miles, and the cam belt was last replaced at 67,000 miles.
Running Gear
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Remarks
The Oz alloy wheels benefitted from a full refurbishment at 64,000 miles and they are still in very good order. New tyres were last fitted at 68,000 miles. Other maintenance during the current ownership includes a new fuel pump, replacement brake discs and pads, calliper seals and pistons and a new rear flex brake pipe.
Electrics
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Vehicle History
Remarks
Included is the original owner’s handbook with a stamped service record accompanied by an extensive file of invoices and previous MOT certificates. I purchased this car from a collector 3 years ago who had it 9 year I believe. I have all the original paperwork (3 folders full) all the old Mot’s, service book plus receipts for all work done over the 2017 – 71,357 2018 – 71,612 Dry Stored 2021 – 71,652 (Purchased by me) Dry Stored 2024 71,836 A raft of service history paperwork can be seen in the ‘Documents’ section including: These items were pre me. Since I have owned the car Full Carb rebuild (Over 1k) Water Pump Rebuild (New item no longer available) Electric window motors replaced Motor for lights replaced Service and MOT was done 29.05.24 Passed first time no advisories
About the Seller Rating
A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.
Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car
Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts
Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history
Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history
Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history
Vehicles can be collected from the Warwickshire Event Centre, CV31 1XN on Sunday 8th December between 10am and 3pm and Monday 9th December between 9am and 1pm.
Our transport partner, EM Rogers, can assist with collection and delivery. Please contact them on 01604 755511 or trafficdesk@emrogers.co.uk for a quote.
Due to venue restrictions we need to be clear of the WEC by 1pm on Monday 9th therefore any motor vehicles not collected by this time will be taken to our transport partners storage facility in Northampton for a fee of £175 plus VAT for a standard size vehicle or £275 plus VAT for a large vehicle (transit van/campervan etc.). Storage will be charged at £10 plus VAT per day.
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