Lotus Esprit Coupe (1984-)

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  • Economy

    Value

    5 out of 5 5.0

    The best supercar for the money, if you can find a good one.

    Costs

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Not cheap to run. Use a specialist, not a main dealer.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Unbelievable handling.

    Performance

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Not so fast in a straight line, but round the twisty bits it is just mind blowing!

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Can be dodgy, especially if not looked after or used regularly.

    Image

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Everyone looks, you feel like 007.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not easy to see out of and the windows are always steamed up.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    People don't try to steal them, they just vandalise them, all the time!

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Fine.

    Other

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    Yes

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    Yes