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The Lotus Esprit is famous for being James Bond's car in two of the superspy's Seventies flicks. The Esprit was first seen in The Spy Who Loved Me, where it transformed into a submarine during a thrilling chase sequence. Then, it was used in For Your Eyes Only. But that's not the only outing for this British automaker's mid-engined rear-wheel-drive sports car. Furthermore, a silver 1989 Esprit SE, the same model year as this red 1989 Lotus Esprit SE, featured in the film Pretty Woman. Bearing less than 19,000 miles, you can buy this slice of British quirkiness from us right now, don a tux, and pretend that you're James Bond. Just don't try to take it into the sea, as this car doesn't transform into a submarine.
Draped in a fetching red dress, this 1989 Lotus Esprit SE is every bit as alluring as it was way back in 1989. Its pop-up headlamp clusters feature dual circular headlamps, and the wedge shape is the result of Giorgetto Giugiaro's penmanship. This car has received a few minor cosmetic upgrades, one of which is the dark bronze six-spoke alloy wheels with Lotus-emblem green and yellow center caps. Behind the wheels lie yellow brake calipers. At the rear, there's a spoiler plus twin silver exhaust tips offset to the passenger side of the car. As a United States-market car, this 1989 Lotus Esprit SE is left-hand drive, so you won't have any trouble using it on our roads. The tan interior offers two leather seats for driver and passenger, as well as power mirrors, power windows, and a cigarette lighter interestingly placed within the driver's door. Then, you've got a comprehensive instrument cluster with VDO gauges, including a turbo boost gauge in the center, flanked by a tachometer, 170mph speedometer, and auxiliary gauges. Meanwhile, the center stack hosts the air conditioning controls, plus a Sony radio cassette head unit. There's even a sunroof for some fresh air. Despite the mid-engined layout, there's still some cargo space in the rear of the car, behind the engine compartment. This is further helped by the spare tire being sited under the hood at the front of the car.
This 1989 Lotus Esprit SE is a turbocharged variant, packing a 2.2L in-line 4-cylinder turbocharged engine for power. The engine was factory rated for around 280hp which was plenty in 1989. Sent to the rear wheels via a 5-speed manual gearbox, this car is truly a treat to drive. You can achieve 0-60 in around 5 seconds, which is better than most American sports cars from the same period. Then, you'll be glad for the grippy disc brakes on all four wheels, which can bring you to a stop in a very quick fashion.
The Lotus Esprit is famous for being James Bond's car in two of the superspy's Seventies flicks. The Esprit was first seen in The Spy Who Loved Me, where it transformed into a submarine during a thrilling chase sequence. Then, it was used in For Your Eyes Only. But that's not the only outing for this British automaker's mid-engined rear-wheel-drive sports car. Furthermore, a silver 1989 Esprit SE, the same model year as this red 1989 Lotus Esprit SE, featured in the film Pretty Woman. Bearing less than 19,000 miles, you can buy this slice of British quirkiness from us right now, don a tux, and pretend that you're James Bond. Just don't try to take it into the sea, as this car doesn't transform into a submarine.
Lotus Cars have always been focused on building racing cars and sports cars foremost. They translated this ethos into making lightweight sports vehicles with the most exemplary handling on the market. Our subject vehicle is a rare Lotus Turbo Esprit SE Jim Clark Edition. It bears the number 12 of 20 produced, making it a truly once in a lifetime car to be had, and with just 6750 miles on the clock. This specially made car was built to commemorate the 25th anniversary of Lotus' 1965 Indy win. According to Car & Driver, The Jim Clark package added $2200 to the price of a standard $93,795 Esprit Turbo SE when new. The current owner has reportedly only added 200 miles since purchase in 2018.
When it comes to high-performance sports cars, one of the hidden gems is the package offered by Lotus. This British manufacturer built its reputation on delivering lightweight high-revving mid-engine sports cars like the Evora, Elise, and the Exige. For 2024, we finally welcomed the replacement for all the mentioned vehicles in the form of this 2024 Lotus Emira. One can also call it a budget Ferrari F8 Tributo because it is a look-alike with a similar engine layout, but costs only a third of what the Ferrari costs. The Emira may have a smaller engine, but what might appeal to aficionados is the manual transmission, which is becoming increasingly rare in the modern age. Let’s get into the particulars of this staggering 2024 Lotus Emira First Edition with just 650 miles on its odometer.
From 1996 to 2021, the world was blessed with a diminutive, lightweight, pure sports car called the Lotus Elise. The antithesis of large American and German horsepower monsters, the Elise was meant to offer thrilling performance via Lotus' founder Colin Chapman's philosophy of 'simplify and add lightness.' Three generations, or series, were produced, and this 2005 Lotus Elise hails from the Series 2 era, which ran between 2001 and 2011. With 25,000 miles on the clock, we've been informed that it bears some modifications. Read on and find out everything you need to know about this car, and you'll definitely want to buy it as your weekend driving machine.
The Chevrolet Camaro is one of the most well-known names in the history of American muscle cars. The sixth-generation Camaro that was launched in 2014 quickly became a favorite for many, as it continued the revival of the moniker that has been a prominent figurehead in the American sports car scene. Another name that made the rounds, most notably in the late 1960s and early 1970s, is that of Yenko. Don Yenko was originally a dealer of Chevrolet cars, and also raced in his free time. Yenko famously found a way to circumvent Chevy’s self-imposed restriction of offering a Camaro with anything larger than a 400ci engine. He swapped in a Corvette motor for his own creation, thus starting a long line of performance-oriented Yenko Camaros. Fast forward to today, and Specialty Vehicle Engineering continues to keep the legacy alive with its own take on a modern-day Yenko Camaro. Our featured car is a 2022 Chevrolet Camaro Yenko SC Stage 1, with a supercar-like output of 1050 HP.
With a long line of sports cars to live up to, including legends such as the E-Type and the XJS, the Jaguar XK8 had large shoes to fill when it was introduced to the world in 1996. The design was a rapid departure from its predecessor, offering a sleek and elegant profile coupled with a range of creamy-smooth V8 engines. The interior is well-appointed, with an abundance of wood and leather on offer and the typical old-world charm that was befitting of the Jaguar name. Our featured car is a 2001 Jaguar XK8 Convertible with a 4.0-liter V8 engine and 100,000 miles. The current owner reports that the car has undergone plenty of recent maintenance, which will undoubtedly ensure that this modern classic stays on the road for many miles to come.
The Chevrolet Corvette is an American hero; for years, the humble yet performance-oriented lineup of machines has brought performance and good looks, while boasting a rich brand history for American car buyers. Present today is your chance to own a rare piece of Chevrolet Corvette history, which takes shape with this 2023 Chevrolet Corvette Stingray Coupe 3LT 70th Anniversary Edition. With a reported 5,500 miles on the clock, this factory-fresh example sports a 70th Anniversary Special Edition Package and is the best way to experience Corvette ownership.
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