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- 1986 Lotus Esprit Turbo
- 2.2L Turbocharged I4
- 5-Speed Manual
- RWD
- Calypso Red Exterior
- Tan Leather Interior
- Glass Roof Panels
- BBS Mesh Wheels
- Pop-Up Headlights
- Rear Louvers
- Lotus Sport Steering Wheel
- JVC Audio Head Unit
The Lotus Esprit remains one of the most iconic wedge-shaped sports cars to emerge from the 1980s, blending sharp Giugiaro-penned styling with Lotus’ legendary lightweight engineering philosophy. By 1986, the Esprit Turbo had matured into a genuinely capable exotic car that combined dramatic supercar looks with impressive handling and turbocharged performance. This particular 1986 Lotus Esprit Turbo stands out in classic red over a tan leather interior, showcasing the unmistakable proportions that made the Esprit a poster car of its era. Showing approximately 46,102 miles, this example presents as a highly analog and engaging driver’s car with desirable period details including removable glass roof panels, BBS mesh wheels, and a proper 5-speed manual transmission. Few cars capture the essence of 1980s exotic motoring quite like an Esprit Turbo.
Exterior and Interior
The exterior of this 1986 Lotus Esprit Turbo is unmistakably dramatic thanks to its razor-sharp wedge profile, low-slung stance, and aggressive turbo-era styling cues. Finished in red, the bodywork highlights Giorgetto Giugiaro’s timeless angular design language that helped define an entire generation of exotic sports cars. Distinctive features include pop-up headlights, integrated front and rear spoilers, rear quarter louvers, and removable glass roof panels that add an open-air feel to the cabin experience. The Esprit’s proportions remain exotic even by modern standards, while the BBS mesh wheels provide an ideal period-correct finishing touch that complements the car’s 1980s character beautifully. The interior of this 1986 Lotus Esprit Turbo features a tan leather cabin that delivers a distinctly vintage exotic atmosphere. Deeply bolstered seats, a driver-focused dashboard layout, and the sharply angled center console reinforce the cockpit-like feel Lotus intended. This example also features a Lotus sport steering wheel, aluminum shift knob, and an aftermarket audio head unit for improved functionality. The low seating position and expansive windshield further enhance the sensation of driving a true mid-engine sports car. While many exotics of the era prioritized style over ergonomics, the Esprit manages to feel both purposeful and surprisingly comfortable for spirited driving.
Engine
Mounted behind the cabin is a turbocharged 2.2L inline-4 engine that helped transform the Esprit into a genuinely quick performance machine during the 1980s. Paired with a 5-speed manual transmission, the turbocharged powerplant delivers strong midrange acceleration along with the engaging boost characteristics enthusiasts expect from classic forced-induction sports cars. Power is sent to the rear wheels, while Lotus’ renowned chassis tuning gives the Esprit exceptional steering feel and balanced handling dynamics. Lightweight construction and a mid-engine layout contribute to the car’s agile personality, allowing it to remain rewarding on both winding roads and weekend drives. The Esprit Turbo ultimately represents Lotus engineering at its purest: light weight, sharp reflexes, and maximum driver involvement.
The Lotus Esprit remains one of the most iconic wedge-shaped sports cars to emerge from the 1980s, blending sharp Giugiaro-penned styling with Lotus’ legendary lightweight engineering philosophy. By 1986, the Esprit Turbo had matured into a genuinely capable exotic car that combined dramatic supercar looks with impressive handling and turbocharged performance. This particular 1986 Lotus Esprit Turbo stands out in classic red over a tan leather interior, showcasing the unmistakable proportions that made the Esprit a poster car of its era. Showing approximately 46,102 miles, this example presents as a highly analog and engaging driver’s car with desirable period details including removable glass roof panels, BBS mesh wheels, and a proper 5-speed manual transmission. Few cars capture the essence of 1980s exotic motoring quite like an Esprit Turbo.
The car that famously went underwater in the 1977 James Bond film The Spy Who Loved Me, the wedge-shaped Lotus Esprit has got its share of fans on both sides of the Atlantic. If you’ve always lusted after one of these stylish cars, we have this fiery red 1991 Lotus Esprit Turbo for sale right now in Jasper, Georgia. With its 2.2-liter turbocharged mid-mounted engine, manual gearbox and dual exhaust system, this is a car that begs to be driven at every opportunity. It’s got 71,000 miles on the clock, a beautiful tan interior and even a body-colored removable top! What’s not to like?
British classics, one might immediately assume open-top classics, notorious for their tantrums when on the go, but that spirit of motoring is always present when things go well. Well, if that is what you assumed, you would be thoroughly mistaken. Would you believe that this 1995 Lotus Esprit S4s is regarded as a classic? With a reported 18,000 miles on its clock, this low-mileage rare bird is not just the new definition of a British classic but a motor that dedicates itself to making you smile on every drive out.
The Lotus Esprit remains one of the most iconic wedge-shaped sports cars to emerge from the 1980s, blending sharp Giugiaro-penned styling with Lotus’ legendary lightweight engineering philosophy. By 1986, the Esprit Turbo had matured into a genuinely capable exotic car that combined dramatic supercar looks with impressive handling and turbocharged performance. This particular 1986 Lotus Esprit Turbo stands out in classic red over a tan leather interior, showcasing the unmistakable proportions that made the Esprit a poster car of its era. Showing approximately 46,102 miles, this example presents as a highly analog and engaging driver’s car with desirable period details including removable glass roof panels, BBS mesh wheels, and a proper 5-speed manual transmission. Few cars capture the essence of 1980s exotic motoring quite like an Esprit Turbo.
The car that famously went underwater in the 1977 James Bond film The Spy Who Loved Me, the wedge-shaped Lotus Esprit has got its share of fans on both sides of the Atlantic. If you’ve always lusted after one of these stylish cars, we have this fiery red 1991 Lotus Esprit Turbo for sale right now in Jasper, Georgia. With its 2.2-liter turbocharged mid-mounted engine, manual gearbox and dual exhaust system, this is a car that begs to be driven at every opportunity. It’s got 71,000 miles on the clock, a beautiful tan interior and even a body-colored removable top! What’s not to like?
Lightweight performance has always been close to the heart of Lotus. Colin Chapman was a legend on the formula one pitalane, his machines were tuned to be lightweight, and performance followed close. This penchant for being lightweight didn't stop at the race tracks; it also made its way into machines that rolled off production floors, and the machine we have today is one that sported that lightweight, all-smiles-per-gallon mantra to perfection. Feast your eyes on this 2005 Lotus Elise we have today. With a reported 7,900 miles on its clock and hailing from Powell, Ohio, this is nothing but a good time, all the time.
The 1963 Chevrolet Corvette Convertible represents one of the most significant years in Corvette history, introducing the revolutionary second-generation C2 platform that would become known as the Sting Ray. While the split-window coupe often receives much of the attention, the convertible delivered the same groundbreaking styling and performance in an open-air package that perfectly captured the spirit of American sports car motoring. This particular example shows approximately 426 miles and is presented in the timeless combination of Ermine White over a red vinyl interior with a matching white soft top. Equipped with a 327ci V8, desirable 4-speed manual transmission, and classic turbine-style wheel covers, this Corvette offers collectors and enthusiasts an opportunity to own one of Chevrolet’s most iconic designs in a highly attractive factory-style specification.
Cadillac entered the 1980s as America’s premier luxury marque, and the DeVille remained one of its most recognizable flagships. Designed to deliver effortless cruising comfort, elegant styling, and a commanding road presence, the DeVille embodied the traditional American luxury car formula that Cadillac had perfected over decades. This 1980 Cadillac DeVille shows 90,728 miles and is finished in sophisticated Western Saddle Firemist Metallic with a matching Saddle Velour interior. Equipped with the desirable d’Elegance Package, a black vinyl roof, and modern upgrades including 22-inch aftermarket wheels and a Kenwood audio head unit, this DeVille successfully blends classic Cadillac luxury with a customized appearance that is sure to stand out wherever it goes.
The 1972 Porsche 911 T Coupe represents one of the most unique and collectible variants of the long-hood 911 lineage. As part of Porsche’s F-Series generation, the 911 T combined lightweight driving dynamics with the company’s proven air-cooled flat-six formula. The 1972 model year is especially significant because it was the only year Porsche fitted the now-famous external oil filler door, known by enthusiasts as the “Ölklappe.” Designed to improve weight distribution by relocating the oil tank ahead of the rear axle, this feature has become one of the most recognizable identifiers of a genuine 1972 911. This example is finished in attractive Albert Blue over a tan interior and shows approximately 76,346 miles.
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