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OX26 5HA

1979 LOTUS ESPRIT S2 For Sale by Auction

Bonhams MPH are delighted to present 120 collectors motor cars for our inaugural auction on 26th September at Bicester Heritage. Specialising in Modern, Popular and Historic collectors motor car auctions the full online catalogue can be viewed on our website, link in the title. Our next auction takes places on 26th November, and entries are invited for this auction.

1979 LOTUS ESPRIT S2
REGISTRATION NO. THG 230T
CHASSIS NO. 7811/ 0548
* Current ownership for two decades
* Right-hand Drive
* Extensive Restoration
* Desirable colour combination
* 74, 400 recorded mileage

MOT: 04/ 06/ 2020
Mileage: 74, 400

This 1979 Lotus Esprit S2 is finished in deep gloss black with gold pin striping with a biscuit leather interior. The Esprit has been lovingly cared for and is in very good order throughout. Recent work includes a meticulous restoration completed by Surface & Design restoration specialists between 2016 to 2019. Included at this time was an engine rebuild built to 2. 2-litre type 911 specification, a transmission overhaul with a new clutch, a new stainless steel exhaust system and manifold, resprayed paintwork, and a refurbishment of the four spoke alloy wheels. The S2 is offered in very good to excellent order and shows a recorded mileage of 74, 400 on the odometer. In great driving condition, the Esprit comes with a comprehensive history file including a log of photographs, a current MOT test certificate and various invoices detailing the restoration work. This Esprit offers a fantastic opportunity to acquire a much collectable and usable model of the Lotus brand.

£25, 000 - 30, 000
€27, 000 - 33, 000

Vendor Score Total: 99/ 100

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

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

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

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

ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 10/ 10
Ancillary components: 5
Main components: 5

Car History File: 4/ 5

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