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1988 Lotus Esprit Turbo 4 Cyl on 2040-cars

US $12,500.00
Year:1988 Mileage:27355 Color: Black /
 Tan
Location:

Hanover, Illinois, United States

Hanover, Illinois, United States
Advertising:
Transmission:Manual
Body Type:Coupe
Vehicle Title:Clear
Engine:4 cylinder turbo
Fuel Type:GAS
VIN: SCCFC20A6JHF62463 Year: 1988
Number of Cylinders: 4
Make: Lotus
Model: Esprit
Trim: Turbo Coupe
Options: Leather Seats, CD Player
Drive Type: rear wheel drive
Power Options: Air Conditioning, Power Locks, Power Windows
Mileage: 27,355
Exterior Color: Black
Disability Equipped: No
Interior Color: Tan
Warranty: Vehicle does NOT have an existing warranty
Condition: UsedA vehicle is considered used if it has been registered and issued a title. Used vehicles have had at least one previous owner. The condition of the exterior, interior and engine can vary depending on the vehicle's history. See the seller's listing for full details and description of any imperfections.Seller Notes:"Typical body imperfections for a Lotus Esprit of this age. No big cracks or damage. Typical cracks, surface scratches. Runs well"

 Air Conditioning, Alloy Wheels, Power Locks, Power Windows, Leather Seats

Esprit Turbo with only 27355k miles. The odometer was recently fixed so these are not total miles I believe it has up to 35k miles on it.  This vehicle comes equipped with the powerful Turbocharged engine that runs well, had a recent tune up and turbo maintenance.  It has a 5-Speed manual transmission, air-conditioning, power windows. removable roofpanel,  alloy wheels, rear wing. This complete vehicle comes with a complete Lotus Esprit service manual. The Esprit became a desirable car to enthusiasts because it is one of the first super cars.  It has also had a lot of film exposure.

In 1988 they applied many improvements to the original Lotus Esprit.

Black exterior which has typical Lotus Esprit body cracks.  It also has surface scratches and other blemishes and scratches.  It looks good from a distance and the body is perfect for driving but if you wanted it to be show quality you would want to expect to paint this car.

Recent tune up and turbo work.  The car runs very well and fast.  Starts nicely.

Good tires on alloy wheels.    Windows and door locks work. Pop up lights, AC, running lights etc all work.

Interior has tears in the drivers seat and the shift boot.   Interior has age wear and tear.

This is a nice Esprit.,  Priced low.  Local pick up only.

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