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Lotus Esprit
ESPRIT_S3S4 - Esprit S3/S4
1982 Lotus Esprit Turbo
1982
Manual
Petrol
Price on request
About the Esprit Turbo SE
The Esprit Turbo SE (1989-1992) featured Peter Stevens restyle with rounded styling and 264hp. Charge-cooled turbo. Significant improvement in performance and refinement. The Esprit properly evolved.
Known Issues to Watch For
Four-cylinder Esprit: Engine: 907/910/912 - timing belt, head gaskets, cooling system. Turbo cars - turbo seals, wastegate, intercooler. Cooling: Critical, especially turbo. Gearbox: Citroën (early) weak. Renault UN1 (later) adequate. Electrics: Various issues depending on era. Pop-up headlights. Body: Fibreglass - stress cracks common. Rear clam access difficult. Budget £3-6k annually.
Desirable Options
Turbo SE or S4s specification, good bodywork, full service history, recent timing belt
Specifications
Performance
Horsepower264 hp
Engine & Drivetrain
Engine0.0L
Fuel TypePetrol
TransmissionManual
Drive TypeRWD
Vehicle Details
Year1982
Body StyleCoupe
Production Info
Production Years1989 - 1993
GenerationESPRIT_S3S4
Listing Source
Charterhouse Auctioneers
Classified
Location
United Kingdom
Auction Venue
Haynes International Motor Museum, Sparkford
Price on request
1982Manual