Lotus Esprit Coupe (1984-)

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  • Economy

    Value

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Supercar at bargain price - watch high milers though.

    Costs

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Not cheap to run and needs looking after - low mileage best.

  • On the road

    Driving

    5 out of 5 5.0

    Handling the best. Beats Porsche and Ferrari.

    Performance

    1 out of 5 1.0

    0-60 under 5secs and 170mph - need I say more?

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    1 out of 5 1.0

    No probs so far.

    Image

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Bond had one!

    Comfort

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Surprisingly comfortable for long drives.

  • Security and Service

    Security

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Errr, someone forgot about this bit at Lotus.

    Service

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Never had to deal with Lotus.

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Small oil leak and tendancy to get very hot.

    Other

    Buttefly valve on exhaust for turbo can wear and ratlle badly.

    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