Looks like its had a full paint job and interior re- fit, my back tyres still appear to be on it though!

It desperately needed a repaint and the interior was a crying shame though you couldn't tell from the pictures when it was for sale here.

You just can't keep a good car (or thread) down!

Hi crew,

its been up for sale for about 3 months, If it had of come up for sale 1 month earlier it would be sitting in my garage!

I think its slightly over priced, thought maybe 45k-48k is realistic, i do agree that she is a very special Esprit. However they don't sell fast or well here regardless of how rare it is. We may see that price come down.

The owner recently added that the price is neg! It is the only Essex in Oz.

Guess Dave should have drove it over to Aus himself!

If the price drops to around 45k-48k its mine! I'm just playing the waiting game!

Mark

If it helps the rear tyres were almost bald and of course the correct Goodyear NCT 235 60 VR tyres are as rare as rocking horse doo doo so that might help in your negotiating.

It is great to see it surface and from the pics be in a much better condition than when it left this country.

Chris - are you going to PM Dave ?

Cheers Barrie,

I have tried to contact the owner with no luck.

We will see what happens!

Regards Mark.

Mark, when I looked at the car last year the leather interior was really in need of a FULL re-trim and the paintwork was looking tired, but then again it did reflect the over 100k mileage. So assuming a "proper" paint job has been done (in the correct shade of blue!) and the interior re-trimmed by some one who knows the difference between leather and Lotus leather then no worries. I recall that the engine has been fully rebuilt and it did sound very sweet, no knocking or tapping, and had a FULL service history. shame about the tyres being worn out though, but maybe they have been changed, not clear enough in the photo.

Me and Barry will be glad to come over and check it out for you Mark...( we only fly 1st class though)

No Bazza I thought you would give Dave the good news...

Thanks Chris,

will look into 1st class for you and Barrie, lol.

STOP PRESS! Essex 007 has just had a huge price reduction. I may even be able to aford it:

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/LOTUS-ESPRIT-TURBO-ESSEX-Limited-edition-AUTOART-1-18-/220799324233?pt=UK_ToysGames_DiecastVehicles_DiecastVehicles_JN&hash=item3368aa5049

No that's based on Essex No.17, Paul Dewey's car (really).

Been trying to get hold of him and Nello's (his mate) PM box is full !

how much would a new set of nct tyres be worth? as i just sold 7 new old stock ?sold them 240 a set 75 each for 3 rears !!think i let them go to cheep :0(

didnt do my homework me thinks !!bolox !!been in loft out of uv so all good

how much would a new set of nct tyres be worth? as i just sold 7 new old stock ?sold them 240 a set 75 each for 3 rears !!think i let them go to cheep :0(

didnt do my homework me thinks !!bolox !!been in loft out of uv so all good

Could be wrong but i think the rubber in any NCT's would have gone off by now so they would really only be suitable for show purposes?

I dont care i want some!

Like he says, I'd like some (more).

If they've been stored properly and the rubber is still soft/sticky..

The guy was very happy and wanted more !!but they have to go on an S3 HC that has to be sorted out only got 4 new left +1 rear spare with puncture unused they are a tyre sadly missed for the esprit guys/and galls! they do work well with them.

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Sorry Bazza! Here!! Will clear some mail!

Thanks

still for sale http://www.carsales.com.au/private/details/lotus-esprit-1980-12380665

victoria

Thats the one I would like to get hold of but I had to start somewhere so bought an Eclat do you recon that the Essex is realy worth that much money

Cheers

Georgie

When I saw it back in 2010 it was a mess.

If it has been restored properly then IMHO it is worth the £27k being asked.

If you want one, try finding another (working) one for sale

I know James that owns the car. He runs a shop that does work on several different marques. It would be in great nick.

always get excited when this thread comes up!

ah well.....

I saw the car in the flesh This year at the Australian grand Prix it was on display with the Victorian Lotus Club. Great car. It's true though where do you find another working Essex for sale?? Surely someone wants this car.