LOT 44

1998 Lotus Esprit V8 GT Registration no. R851 GHO Chassis no. SCCDA0823WHC15520

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Lot 44

1998 Lotus Esprit V8 GT
Registration no. R851 GHO Chassis no. SCCDA0823WHC15520

Bonhams MPH March Auction|20 March 2021, 13:00 GMT|Bicester, Bicester Heritage

1998 Lotus Esprit V8 GT
Registration no. R851 GHO
Chassis no. SCCDA0823WHC15520

Odometer reading: 57363
MOT expiry date: 17/01/2022

*Outstanding example of Hethel's ultimate Esprit
*Uprated braking package
*Full service history with many invoices for work undertaken

Presented in exceptional condition, this Esprit V8 GT is an example of the pinnacle of Lotus' supercar development. Launched in 1996, the Esprit V8 uses Lotus' own Type 918 V8 all-aluminium 90° DOHC 4 valves per cylinder flat-plane crankshaft engine, sporting two turbochargers. The engine was detuned from a potential 500 hp to 350 hp and has proved to be durable and reliable. This car has real supercar performance, sprinting from 0-60 in just over four seconds and powering on to a top speed of 175 mph. Presented in stunning Lotus Racing Green paint, the coachwork has a deep shine and is virtually unmarked. This car has benefitted from careful usage and a full maintenance schedule throughout its life. The originality of the immaculate interior is matched by the visual feast of the V8 engine, which is in excellent order.
The only departure from its standard specification is the new Alpine stereo head unit but the original unit is supplied with the car.
This is a rare opportunity to acquire a truly special car; with Lotus' own fabulous V8 engine and in such exceptional condition it is a car to cherish for a long - and high speed - motoring future.

Footnotes

Vendor Score Total: 90/100

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Key for sellers' assessments:
1/5 POOR. A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing
2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage
3/5 GOOD. Drive away | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well
4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout
5/5 EXCELLENT. Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very well

EXTERIOR TOTAL: 24/25
Body Work: 5
Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 5
Glass: 5
Paint: 5
Wheels/Tyres: 4

INTERIOR TOTAL: 17/20
Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 4
Headlining: 5
Seats: 4
Trim: 4

ENGINE TOTAL: 19/20
Mechanical components: 5
Running: 5
Starting: 4
Under Bonnet: 5

RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 17/20
Axles: 4
Brakes: 4
Gearbox/Clutch: 4
Suspension: 5

ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 8/10
Ancillary components: 4
Main components: 4

Car History File: 5

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