2003 Lotus Esprit

2003 Lotus Esprit
(US specification)

Exterior -- Silver metallic
Interior -- Black w/ silver stitching

OZ Nova wheels (OE)
Dunlop SP Sport 9000 tires --- 285/35-ZR18 (rear) 235/40-ZR17 (front)

Mileage -- 5,537

Price -- $56,000

Ownership history
· Purchased new (in 2004) by 1st owner from Newport Lotus in Costa Mesa, California
· Sold (in 2006) to 2nd owner in Indianapolis, Indiana
· I purchased this Esprit (in 2010) and am the 3rd owner.
· Copies of both the CarFax & AutoCheck history reports provided upon request


Factory equipment, options, accessories, and extras
· Painted roof panel
· Wind deflector
· Glass roof panel w/ storage bag
· Full front spoiler package – extension pieces & rubber lip (lip has been replaced with an “SE” version for higher ground clearance)
· Contrast interior stitching
· 2 sets of floor mats -- Optional factory w/ Lotus emblem & factory standard all-black
· Alpine stereo / CD / speaker system (w/ case for detachable faceplate)
· All Books --- Owner’s handbook (completely unmarked, mint condition), Service Directory booklet, Cobra alarm / CDL system manual, Alpine stereo manual
· All Tools --- Tool kit complete and w/ case, jack, spare wheel / tire
· 2 original keys (master and main w/ light)
· 2 Cobra remote fobs
· 2 Cobra touch keys
· LoJack anti-left / tracking system (w/ 2 remotes, owner’s manual, and wallet)
· On-board battery tender
· CoverKing custom-made indoor car cover (navy blue satin w/ fleece lining)


Condition and service history
· Overall condition is absolutely superb --- nearly as new
· Always properly stored in climate controlled facility during off-season
· No accidents
· No paintwork
· No modifications --- car is purely stock exactly as it was delivered new from Lotus
· Fully sorted --- all the known V8 Esprit “glitches” have been addressed and resolved, and everything on the car works exactly as it should
· All major services have been performed only by factory authorized Lotus Service Centers (Newport European Motorcars & Fox Valley Motorcars) since new
· All routine maintenance has been performed strictly and meticulously as per Lotus recommended service schedules and guidelines since new
· All service records complete and available
· All 4 tires are at about 80% of full tread


RECENT SERVICE DETAILS


December 2012
Mileage -- 5,442

Header tank cap
Water pump & o-ring
Thermostat & o-rings (housing)
Upper downpipe coolant hoses (both)
Re-circulation coolant pump (electric)
Coolant / system flush
Oil
Oil filter
Fuel filter & o-ring
Air filters
Spark plugs
Brake / clutch fluid
A-service inspections
B-service inspections


February 2011
Mileage -- 5,325

Cam belts
Coolant
Auxiliary belt
Brake / clutch fluid / system flush
Oil
Battery
A-service inspections



Mechanically, the car is comprehensively serviced, and everything is fully up to date, complete, and in proper running order ---- including A & B services, recent cam belts, and auxiliary belt. All consumables and fluids are fresh, and the car is ready to drive and enjoy.

Cosmetically, the car is outstanding, with the exception of 2 very minor flaws. There is a small scuff on the passenger side rear wheel, and there is a small scratch on the passenger side door sill. These occurred while the car was being transported recently. Both are trivial and easy to fix, but neither has bothered me enough to do so.

If you are seriously in the market for a V8 Esprit, you are also likely aware that there are several available currently for considerably less than the price I am asking for mine. However, if you are looking for an original, unmodified, late-edition, Esprit --- I honestly believe you will also not find one in better condition than this one --- and particularly in this highly desirable color combination. So, I strongly encourage you to go look closely at all the other lower priced V8 Esprits out there before you look at this one. As I am confident that once you do compare, you will easily be able to appreciate the difference in quality, which justifies the difference in price.

This Esprit needs absolutely nothing ----- except a new home !!

Car is located in Des Moines, Iowa.

Contact me via PM with serious inquiries only, please. I will be happy to discuss the car in detail with you.

Thank you,
David

 

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Some more pics ---- close ups of the interior showing the contrast stitching detail.
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Thanks for the kind compliments on the car everyone !

It is still for sale, btw

And, yes, red interior was a spec available from Lotus for the Esprit V8 throughout the whole production run (1997-2003) ---- although it is extremely rare. Personally, I have only seen one V8 that had a silver exterior / red interior combo, and that one (a MY 2001 or 2002, IIRC) actually traded hands here in the US (US spec car) a year or so ago.

 

PRICE REDUCED TO $53,000

 

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PRICE REDUCED TO $51,500

 

You got that right !

I've owned a lot of exotics over the years, and I can honestly say that the V8TT Esprit is easily the best bang for the buck in the high end car world. It is a shame that more people don't take of advantage of trying one out for themselves. And, they are so rare, especially in the US, that driving one is a truly special (and attention demanding) experience.

 

Still available --- Price dropped to $51,000 --- and I will consider reasonable offers.

 

Spring is finally here And, I want to move this car !

Price dropped to

$49,000

 

No, I am not a dealer --- private owner. I bought the car from a private dealer in Indianapolis --- most of the exterior photos are actually ones taken at that time.