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Hi Elliot, welcome to the forum.
Found these details regarding 0354G which I presume are accurate. Not much to go on but states the car is an S1.
Neil
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20 minutes ago, stephenwhyte said:
Dave just looking at the details of your car…what makes you think it’s a Dry Sump car? The advert says Wet Sump and the engine bay looks like a Wet Sump variant ie. without the tank on the right……
I’m sure yours is Wet Sump like mine (mine being the first one built) - pictured for ref and to show you how similar they are👍😉
Think you are thinking of a different car. Red Esprit Turbo similar to yours sold at auction with the private reg 'W 28'. Whereas the gentleman above has purchased the blue Esprit Turbo which displayed the reg 'WXJ 1' sold via a car dealership?
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Looking for an Esprit S2 heater box if anyone has a spare they are looking to sell.
Many thanks
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Hi Darryl, that was me you saw😀 Like you I am proud to drive a True British Supercar!
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Hi all,
Looking for a Lotus Esprit S3 backboard that goes behind the seats and around the glass surround and also looking for a dashboard binnacle for a RHD Lotus Esprit S3.
Many thanks
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Hi all,
Just wondering if the Stevens glass sunroof would fit an Esprit S3 Turbo?
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Hi all,
Would be interested to know if the later Stevens model sunroof would fit on the Esprit S3 models?
Neil
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Hi all,
Sorry for the lack of updates. The intention was to restore this car to its former glory and then sell it on but I think it may be a keeper!
It is nearly finished with the last major job being the paintwork. The paintwork is in excellent condition overall apart from small areas such as the front bumper and around the engine bay - car will be sent off for all these areas to be professionally sprayed.
Car also needs new carpets which we are thinking of doing black instead of the original burgundy/red.
It has been a struggle to find the ‘Lotus Esprit Turbo HC’ decals but hoping to have these custom made in red with gold outlining to match the red HC stripes.
Also on the look out for a Lotus Esprit s3 Sterling wheel in black to replace the wooden gloss steering wheel it currently has.
Finally, finding a replacement sunroof is still a problem as very very scarce. Would love to find an original to use on the car but we are also thinking about alternative options such as carbon sunroof or custom made glass sunroof.
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And it runs! Temperature and oil pressure are both very good along with gear selection. Now needs the front bumper respraying and the rear hatch fitting along with some other minor jobs that need doing.
Still on the look out for a sunroof if anyone has one for sale or knows of someone who makes alternatives?!
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Thank you for your comments. Will try contacting HPI to see if they can shed any light on the history of the car.
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Just curious to know what the claim was. The paint job looks original and in really good condition with no sign of repair both inside or out.
Regards,
Neil
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Hi all,
Recently purchased this Lotus Esprit Turbo HC D676 CBF. Was sold to us knowing that it had an insurance claim against it which was in the mid to late 90s. Rung DVLA and they no knowledge of it been a write off although HPI does bring up a claim against it. DVLA suggest that it may have been a minor claim so therefore wouldn't show on their system. Can any previous owners of this car shed any light on the history and insurance claim of this car?
Currently in the process of restoring it (Photos to follow).
Many Thanks,
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Photos of engine back in attatched. Just need to connect all the water pipes etc now. Also need to tackle the updated alarm system that was installed at some point and return it to its original system.
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UPDATE:
Gearbox is now connected to the engine and ready to go back in. Next part of the project will be to add fresh carpet to the engine bay and source new carpets for interior floor.
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5 hours ago, bigfella70 said:
Looking very clean Neil, you've done an amazing job there. Any issues found with the engine that required attention?
No issues found so far. Done all the usual checks such as new belts fitted, removed sump and checked all bearings which all looked good. Engine was stripped, cleaned, resprayed cam covers + plenum chamber. More photos will be added tomorrow as hoping to get engine back in car tomorrow
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UPDATE:
Replacement fuel tanks are in and the engine has been reassembled ready to go back into the car - just need to give the gearbox a check over and good clean 😁
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Drivers side fuel tank is now out. Looking considerably worse for wear! Passenger side fuel tank is next however looks much better!
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5 hours ago, bigfella70 said:
Great to see this car being resurrected! Saw the advert and very tempted by this car however being realistic it was beyond my capabilities and garage space to take on such a project. Really pleased to see the car in good hands and look forward to seeing progress on it. Please let me know if you decide to part with it once she's on the road !!!
Hi,
We did buy it with the intention to restore and then sell on so will keep you updated with progress and let you know when we are ready for selling. Many thanks
2 hours ago, Chillidoggy said:Do I see the usual broken engine mount bolt in the top RHS hole, or is it an illusion?
Have had a look at this and it isn’t broken and has been helicoiled at some point
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49 minutes ago, nello said:
Watching with interest
What chassis is it? (if I can ask)
1986 Turbo HC Galvanised Chassis
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The engine is finally out! Ready to be stripped, cleaned, checked over and rebuilt.
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Yes the steering wheel will be replaced with an original as not too keen on the wood effect either! Next thing will be the engine out.
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We did buy it with a sunroof but unfortunately was lost during transit. Polished and buffed the paintwork and it has come up like new - just the front bumper that needs attention. Interior is also looking very promising. Interior has been retrimmed but was once a special order colour. Pictures of car below.
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Hi all,
Recently purchased a Lotus Esprit HC but unfortunately arrived without the all important sunroof! I am now currently on the hunt for a replacement so any information on where I can purchase one would be grately appreciated or if anyone has one for sale please let me know. Cash waiting and willing to pay the going rate. More information and photos of the restoration to follow!
Many thanks,
Neil
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What chassis is it? (if I can ask)
My First Esprit - Written Off In 2008
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Purchased a White Esprit Turbo off Nick a few years ago. No problems, seemed like a nice chap.