This Lotus Esprit got away, but there are more like it here.

This 1991 Lotus Esprit Turbo SE was first delivered to Rancho Lotus in San Diego before being registered in California, Texas, and Rhode Island, and following the seller’s acquisition in 2013, has been subsequently registered in Georgia and Florida. It is powered by a turbocharged 2.2-liter inline-four paired with a five-speed manual transaxle, and it is said to have been modified with an ECU chip, while MSD Blaster ignition coils, a ram air intake, an electric chargecooler pump, 17″ Lotus/OZ Racing wheels, and aftermarket exhaust, brake, and suspension system components were installed. The car is finished in Calypso Red over tan leather upholstery and is further equipped with a sunroof, a rear wing, a MOMO steering wheel, a Beltronics laser radar dector, and an Alpine head unit. The transmission mounts were reportedly replaced in May 2023. This X180 Esprit is now offered with copies of the window sticker, original purchase documents, manufacturer’s literature, service manuals, and service records along with spare parts, a tool kit, a clean Carfax report, and a clean Florida title in the seller’s name.

No Reserve: 1991 Lotus Esprit Turbo SE

The body is finished in Calypso Red, and Special Equipment models received revised door mirrors, a rear spoiler, side skirts, and additional ducts in the front air dam. Additional exterior details include pop-up headlights, fog lights, side air intakes, and a sunroof with alternate removable glass and body-color panels along with a body-color wind deflector. The seller states the front and rear bumper covers were repainted under previous ownership, there are imperfections in the clear coat on both rear quarter panels, and the power antenna is nonfunctional.

No Reserve: 1991 Lotus Esprit Turbo SE

Five-spoke 17” Lotus/OZ Racing wheels are reportedly sourced from an Esprit S4S and are mounted with 215/40 front and 275/40 rear BFGoodrich g-Force Sport Comp-2 tires. Modifications include a Carrera adjustable coilover suspension, Powerflex suspension bushings, stainless-steel brake lines, and 13” drilled and vented two-piece disc brakes with AP Racing front and Brembo rear calipers. The brake rotors, hats, and hubs are said to be ceramic coated. Curb marks on the wheels are visible in the gallery below.

No Reserve: 1991 Lotus Esprit Turbo SE

The cockpit houses bucket seats upholstered in tan leather with red piping that were sourced from a 1998 Esprit, per the seller. Appointments include Lotus-branded floor mats, an Alpine head unit, and power windows and door locks. A Beltronics laser radar detector is located to the left of the steering column. The air conditioning does not blow cold, and wear is visible on the driver seat bolsters.

No Reserve: 1991 Lotus Esprit Turbo SE

The MOMO steering wheel was taken from an S2 Elise and fronts VDO instrumentation consisting of a 170-mph speedometer, a tachometer, and supplemental gauges in addition to a digital clock. The five-digit odometer shows 62k miles, approximately 3k of which have been added by the seller. The ABS warning light is illuminated.

No Reserve: 1991 Lotus Esprit Turbo SE

The turbocharged and intercooled 2.2-liter 910S inline-four features multi-point fuel injection and has been fitted with MSD Blaster ignition coils, an HKS blow-off valve, a wastegate actuator, an electric chargecooler pump, and a ram air intake. The seller states that an aftermarket ECU chip was installed.

No Reserve: 1991 Lotus Esprit Turbo SE

Power is sent to the rear wheels through a five-speed manual transaxle. The car is equipped with an aftermarket exhaust system with a Flowmaster muffler. The transmission mounts were reportedly replaced in May 2023.

No Reserve: 1991 Lotus Esprit Turbo SE

Copies of the window sticker, the Lotus certificate of origin, original purchase documents, service manuals, manufacturer’s literature, service records, a set of keys, and a tool kit are included in the sale, along with uninstalled and removed parts, including Alunox stainless-steel headers and EBC Yellowstuff brake pads.

The Carfax report shows no accidents or other damage and displays history in California, Texas, Rhode Island, and Florida.

Auction Result

Winning Bid USD $28,250 by Katrisha
Auction Ended August 23, 2023 at 1:10PM PT
Bids 18
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BaT Essentials

Seller: Access1
Location: Palma Sola, Florida 34209
Listing Details
  • Chassis: SCCFC20B6MHF60239
  • 62k Miles Shown
  • Turbocharged 2.2-Liter Inline-Four
  • Five-Speed Manual Transaxle
  • Calypso Red Paint
  • Tan Leather Upholstery
  • 17" Lotus/OZ Racing Wheels
  • AP Racing & Brembo Brake Calipers
  • Carrera Adjustable Coilover Suspension
  • MOMO Steering Wheel
  • Replacement Bucket Seats
  • Alpine CD Head Unit
  • Beltronics Laser Radar Detector
  • Electric Chargecooler Pump
  • MSD Blaster Ignition Coils
  • Electric Chargecooler Pump
  • HKS Blow-Off Valve
  • Aftermarket Exhaust Components
  • Tool Kit
  • Spare Parts
  • Clean Carfax Report
Private Party or Dealer: Private Party
Lot #117896