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1991 Lotus Esprit (espree) Turbo Se Black Mid-engine Restoration Project on 2040-cars

US $11,999.00

Year:1991 Mileage:47500 Color: Black /
Black & Gold

Location:

Titusville, Florida, United States

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Transmission:Manual
Body Type:Coupe
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:2.2L 2174CC l4 GAS DOHC Turbocharged
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller

VIN: SCCFC20B9MHF60252 Year: 1991
Number of Cylinders: 4
Make: Lotus
Model: Esprit
Trim: Turbo SE Coupe 2-Door
Options: Sunroof, Leather Seats
Drive Type: RWD
Safety Features: Anti-Lock Brakes, Driver Airbag
Mileage: 47,500
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Power Windows
Exterior Color: Black
Interior Color: Black & Gold

Condition: UsedA vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections.Seller Notes:"Car needs a full restoration(see description below):"

1991 Lotus Esprit SE (Special Equipment), Black, 5-speed, Mid-Engine, Turbocharged, Intercooled (Yes, this is the one with the "Chargecooler"). This Lotus was nearly $90k new, and looks like a Lambo--very low (only 44 inches high). With 264 bhp (280 bhp available on overboost), this supercar was one of the quickest cars in the world in '91 (0-60 mph in 4.5 sec)--even quicker than the Lamborghini Countach and Ferrari Testarossa.

My dad and I have loved the Lotus Esprit SE ever since we saw it featured in the movies (i.e., Pretty Woman & Basic Instinct). We bought this car with the intention of restoring it completely and keeping it forever. We were happy to find that spare parts are still readily available and relatively inexpensive (I can provide a list of current parts suppliers, if needed). The restoration was started as soon as we got it (on a part-time basis) and it's been going great--no major problems whatsoever. Some family issues have developed recently however, and we've come to the unfortunate conclusion that we will now need to sell the Lotus.

WHERE WE ARE AT NOW:

The engine fires up right away and runs strong with a burst of starting fluid, but we have determined that it will need a fuel pump (available for about $100), and there is a chance that some of the injectors will need to be cleaned or replaced (~$60 ea.) as well, before it can be brought up to operating temperature. I have not driven the car, so I cannot comment on the condition of the rest of the drivetrain. However, the previous owner stated that the car was running and driving fine before he took it off the road and stored it.

The body has been prepped some, but it's not quite ready to be painted. So, it will be sold as is with a satin black primer finish--I actually like this look better than the original shiny black paint.

A lot of effort has gone into restoring the interior as well, but it still needs some work (e.g., seats, dash). The radio and some other random interior & exterior pieces are missing here and there--but overall, it's is a fairly complete Esprit SE. The suspension is very tight and solid and the brakes seem to be in working order. The windshield has a crack and the tires will need to be replaced.

This Esprit has a clean title and comes with an official Certificate of Provenance from Lotus. This car has a clean Carfax/Autocheck and has never been in an accident. It is the perfect father/son restoration project, and it won't take much to bring it back to factory condition. I would suggest to any potential buyers that they come see the car in person...but either way, the high-bidder gets it! Car is also for sale locally.

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