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 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.
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?
Lotus is a British sports car maker known for their lightweight and fun to drive machines. Created by the legendary Colin Chapman several decades back, Lotus is also known for providing James Bond with the Esprit for several films in the Seventies and Eighties. One of their more modern offerings is the Evora. This is a two plus two sports car that was made between 2009 and 2021. Only 6,117 were produced, making it pretty limited-edition if you ask us. Now, we’ve got a 45,450-mile 2014 Lotus Evora IPS for grabs. This Waynesville-based car comes with a Larini Performance exhaust system, a vertical doors conversion, and was even advertised in California Lotus Calendar. It’s also got race brake pads plus standard brake pads and OEM parts, and a lifetime warranty for those vertical doors.
The 1965 Ford Mustang GT helped ignite America’s pony car revolution and quickly became one of the most influential performance cars of the 1960s. Combining sporty styling, compact dimensions, and V8 power at an attainable price point, the Mustang transformed Ford’s image overnight and created an entirely new segment in the automotive world. Showing just 18,813 miles, this example is finished in elegant Vintage Burgundy over a black interior and equipped with the highly desirable GT package, complete with a 289ci V8 and 4-speed manual transmission. With its timeless proportions, unmistakable styling cues, and engaging analog driving experience, this first-generation Mustang GT represents the pure essence of mid-1960s American performance motoring.
Few Mopars capture the raw attitude of the early 1970s muscle car era quite like the Dodge Demon. Introduced as a more aggressive and youthful version of the Dart lineup, the Demon combined compact dimensions with serious V8 performance, quickly becoming a favorite among street racers and Mopar enthusiasts alike. This 1972 Dodge Dart Demon Swinger is a particularly eye-catching example, finished in factory-code Butterscotch and equipped with a desirable 340ci V8 under the hood. Showing just 1,793 miles on the odometer, this Demon features a factory-documented list of performance and appearance options including the J54 Sport Hood, V21 performance hood treatment, dual exhaust, and factory stripe package. Combining authentic Mopar muscle styling with tasteful updates such as custom Demon-logo seating and a Hurst shifter, this classic Dodge delivers the unmistakable personality that made the Demon name legendary.
This 1993 Ford Mustang LX 5.0 Convertible represents the final production year of the legendary Fox-body Mustang, a platform that helped define affordable American V8 performance throughout the late 1980s and early 1990s. Showing just 34,294 miles, this example stands out thanks to its highly desirable 5.0-liter V8 drivetrain, striking Bright Red over Opal Gray color combination, and classic open-top Fox-body styling. The LX trim remains especially sought-after among enthusiasts for its cleaner, lighter-weight appearance compared to the GT models, while the convertible configuration adds a more relaxed cruising personality to Ford’s legendary pony car formula. Equipped with desirable factory features along with tasteful aftermarket audio and exhaust upgrades, this low-mileage Mustang delivers both collector appeal and unmistakable 1990s character.
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