Lotus Esprit V8 on 2040-cars
Des Moines, Iowa, United States
Body Type:Coupe
Engine:3.5L 3506CC V8 GAS DOHC Turbocharged
Vehicle Title:Clear
Fuel Type:Gasoline
For Sale By:Private Seller
Year: 2003
Interior Color: Black
Make: Lotus
Number of Cylinders: 8
Model: Esprit
Trim: V8 Coupe 2-Door
Drive Type: RWD
Mileage: 5,537
Exterior Color: Silver
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
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2003 Lotus Esprit
(US specification)Exterior -- Silver metallic Interior -- Black w/ silver stitching
OZ Nova wheels (OE) Dunlop SP Sport 9000 tires --- 285/35-ZR18 (rear) 235/40-ZR17 (front) Mileage -- 5,537
Ownership history
Factory equipment, options, accessories, and extras
Condition and service history
RECENT SERVICE DETAILS
December 2012Mileage -- 5,442
Header tank cap Water pump & o-ring Thermostat & o-rings (housing) Upper main coolant hoses (both) Re-circulation coolant pump (electric) Coolant / system flush Oil Oil filter Fuel filter & o-ring Air filters Spark plugs Brake / clutch fluid A-service inspections B-service inspections February 2011Mileage -- 5,325
Cam belts Coolant Auxiliary belt Brake / clutch fluid / system flush Oil Battery A-service inspections Mechanically, the car is comprehensively serviced, and everything is fully up to date, complete, and in proper running order ---- including A & B services, recent cam belts, and auxiliary belt. All consumables and fluids are fresh, and the car is ready to drive and enjoy.
Cosmetically, the car is outstanding, with the exception of 2 very minor flaws. There is a small scuff on the passenger side rear wheel, and there is a small scratch on the passenger side door sill (please see photos of these details). These occurred while the car was being transported recently. Both are trivial and easy to fix, but neither has bothered me enough to do so.
If you are seriously in the
market for a V8 Esprit, you are also likely aware that there are several
available currently for considerably less than the price I am asking for mine.
However, if you are looking for an original, unmodified, late-edition, Esprit
--- I honestly believe you will also not find one in better condition than this
one --- and particularly in this highly desirable color combination. So, I
strongly encourage you to go look closely at all the other lower priced V8
Esprits out there before you look at this one. As I am confident that once you
do compare, you will easily be able to appreciate the difference in quality,
which justifies the difference in price. I take pride in providing FULL disclosure for any of my cars that I put up for sale, and I have described this car in every honest detail. In all frankness, this is a genuine 99-point car in any concours judging. You will not be disappointed !
This Esprit needs absolutely nothing ----- except a new home !!
Car is located in Des Moines, Iowa.
Contact me via email with serious inquiries only, please. I will be happy to discuss the car in detail with you. |
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