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1989 Lotus Esprit SE

2.2L I4 Turbo | 5-Speed Manual  | Aftermarket Wheels

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Builder:
Esprit
VIN:
SCCFC20A4KHF65296
Lot Number:
240110913
Odometer:
18,849
(Exempt / TMU)
Engine:
2.2L I4 Turbo
Drive Type:
RWD
Transmission:
Manual/Standard
Exterior Color:
Calypso Red
Interior Color:
Tan
Vinyl Wrap:
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Vehicle Location:
Waggaman
Louisiana
  • 1989 Lotus Esprit SE
  • 2.2L I4 Turbo
  • 5-Speed Manual
  • RWD
  • Calypso Red Exterior
  • Tan Leather Interior
  • Tilt Sunroof
  • Pop Up Headlights
  • Bronze Painted Aftermarket Wheels
  • Yellow Painted Brake Calipers
  • Current Owner Reports Factory Wheels included in Sale
  • Current Owner Reports A Few Cosmetic Upgrades
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Background Story of this 1989 Lotus Esprit

Overview of 1989 Lotus Esprit For Sale by Owner

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.

Exterior and Interior

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.

Engine

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.

  • 1989 Lotus Esprit SE
  • 2.2L I4 Turbo
  • 5-Speed Manual
  • RWD
  • Calypso Red Exterior
  • Tan Leather Interior
  • Tilt Sunroof
  • Pop Up Headlights
  • Bronze Painted Aftermarket Wheels
  • Yellow Painted Brake Calipers
  • Current Owner Reports Factory Wheels Included in Sale
  • Current Owner Reports A Few Cosmetic Upgrades

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2001 Lotus Esprit

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$75,992
SOLD

Here’s one of those epic British sportscars that everyone can’t get enough of—the Lotus Esprit. Made across four generations between 1976 and 2004, just 10,675 were made. That makes it rarer than most Italian and German sports cars. The Esprit also gained much acclaim for its showing in two James Bond films of the ’70s and ’80s, even turning into a submarine in one. For the first three generations, the Esprit was powered by a turbocharged four-cylinder engine, but in 1996, the fourth generation got the V8 that the car’s looks always deserved. In fact, only 101 units were ever produced with the iconic V8 engine for model year 2001. That’s what this 2001 Lotus Esprit packs behind the passenger cabin and has got less than 30,000 miles on the clock. Moreover, the car has been massively massaged in the powertrain department and packs a horsepower figure of much more than stock. Furthermore, the current owner reports that service records are included too.

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1989 Lotus Esprit SE

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$42,000
SOLD

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.

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1991 Lotus Esprit Turbo SE Jim clark #12 of 20

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$54,999
SOLD

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.

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2005 Lotus Elise

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$43,499

Lotus is a relatively small British sports car maker who is well-known for creating some iconic machines over the years. Now, Lotus Cars is owned by the Chinese and produces gasoline as well as electric vehicles. One of their Greatest Hits from the past has got to be the Lotus Elise. Made between 1996 and 2021 across three Series, a mere 35,124 cars were produced in total. The Elise is the total opposite of what you’d expect from a modern sports car. It’s light, comparatively low on power, and diminutive. Yet, it offers driving thrills that few six, let alone seven-figure supercars can match. After all, you can wring an Elise out, threading the needle on winding country roads and listening to its mid-mounted engine roar away, all whilst barely breaking the speed limit (although it will significantly exceed that if you dare). Today’s 2005 Lotus Elise is a fine example because it’s got a supercharged engine for even more power. With under 42,000 miles on the clock, this car currently resides in San Francisco and you’d better act fast if you want it!

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2005 Lotus Elise Supercharged

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$64,900

Produced from 1996 to 2021, the Lotus Elise embodied Colin Chapman’s philosophy of “simplify, then add lightness,” standing as a lightweight alternative to heavyweight German and American sports cars. This 2005 Series 2 Elise 111R builds on that ethos with purposeful upgrades that sharpen its already thrilling character. Showing just 25,000 miles, it now benefits from a Katana2 supercharger, a Silent Touch exhaust, and a host of supporting modifications including Nitron coilovers, Wilwood brakes, and Ethos track wheels. Finished in Chrome Orange over a minimalist black interior with a fire extinguisher, harnesses, and a radio-delete plate, this Elise has been carefully honed into a street-friendly track machine. With its blend of factory purity and enthusiast-focused enhancements, it represents both the essence of the Elise and the excitement of a modernized driver’s car.

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2017 Infiniti Q60 Red Sport 400

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$36,574

Infiniti is the luxury arm of Nissan, and the brand is primarily targeted at the North American market. The brand has gained a following over the years, with some fine models and the Q60 luxury grand tourer. Made over two generations between 2013 and 2022, we’ve got a lovely 2017 Infiniti Q60 for sale from Leander, Texas today. This car comes with a host of aftermarket mods to make it even sportier, ideal for keen driving enthusiasts who want something that will be a great track tool. With under 63,000 miles on the clock and a Race Box tune with ECUTEK, this is one sweet ride to pick up.

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2005 Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet 6-Speed

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$45,995

Introduced in 1964, Porsche’s 911 is one of those cars that has gained an almost immortal reputation. With its quirky rear-engined rear-wheel drive layout that’s well-known for separating great drivers from the merely good ones, Porsche also makes it in drop-top form. If that’s not enough, you can also ask for forced induction! That’s what today’s 2005 Porsche 911 Turbo Cabriolet from New Hyde Park, New York offers. This turbocharged convertible 911 comes with a pure manual transmission, stainless steel exhaust pipes and so much more. It’s got a little over 100,000 miles on it, and is all-wheel drive as well. The perfect all-weather car for a discerning enthusiast who knows how to drive sensibly? We think so!

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2011 BMW M3 Convertible

Current Ask
VERIFIED SELLER
PENDING SALE
$29,999

BMW calls itself the maker of the Ultimate Driving Machine, and if you really want to experience that factor, choose an M3. Since 1986, the M3 has represented the best of the sport luxury compact class, built on BMW’s formidable 3-Series legacy. The E30 M3 was the first of them all, and redefined the standard for a sporty car that could carry your family around during the week and hit the track at the weekend. Now, we’ve got a 2011 BMW M3 Convertible for sale from Miami, with a decent 73,537 miles on the clock. This particular example hails from the E90 era, which is important because it’s the first and only time that BMW stuffed a glorious naturally aspirated V8 into the nose of an M3. That’s what this car has, spinning up to 8,400rpm. You’ve also got the Premium Package 2, Enhanced Premium Sound Convenience Package, a set of 19-inch Style 220M double spoke light alloy wheels, and a formidable value proposition to cap it all off.

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