S1 time to go but where to sell?

[philleech]

OK so after 15 years of ownership its time for my S1 to go. Id love to keep her but Ive just bought a new project and Im going to need the space. The question is where is the best place to sell it? Ebay and Pistonheads would get maximum viewing probably along with maximum hassle from dreamers and hopeful joyriders. I will definitely list it on here along with the Club Lotus mag to reach the enthusiasts but I thought Id ask what avenues others have been succesful with. 

Phil

[stephenwhyte]

www.carandclassic.co.uk is a good site Phil......looks a lovely example. In Silver it looks very like the original Giugiaro prototype

[Barrykearley]

Classified section on here might be a good place to start

[pete]

Lotus esprit world (LEW)

[swindon_alan]

New project Phil? Pray tell...

Guesses to follow...

Essex Esprit is mine!

[philleech]

Thanks guys how could I forget LEW and car and classic looks good too. Theres already an S1 on c and c so will hold off for a little while as mine will be cheaper than that one.....Wouldnt want to flood the market with two for sale at once!!

In answer to your question Alan Im afraid Im leaving Lotus ownership after 30 years (Sunbeam, Elise x 2 , Exige , Esprit) to tick the next bucket list box which is a 2+2 E type. I just hope my two kids will still be small enough to fit in it by the time its finished. 

[Paul Coleman]

On 23/11/2017 at 22:33, philleech said:

Thanks guys how could I forget LEW and car and classic looks good too. Theres already an S1 on c and c so will hold off for a little while as mine will be cheaper than that one.....Wouldnt want to flood the market with two for sale at once!!

In answer to your question Alan Im afraid Im leaving Lotus ownership after 30 years (Sunbeam, Elise x 2 , Exige , Esprit) to tick the next bucket list box which is a 2+2 E type. I just hope my two kids will still be small enough to fit in it by the time its finished. 

Good choice Phil, I'm currently restoring a RHD 1965 FHC e-type. I hope you've got very deep pockets hahaha

I suspect your biggest problem with the Esprit will be working out what it's worth.

Edited November 26, 2017 by Paul Coleman

[philleech]

Hi Paul, I knew you had an e type too in fact Ive just seen a Paul Coleman on the etype forum and guessed it was you. Im going to advertise mine for £50k and see if I get any interest. As with anything its worth what anyones prepared to pay. My biggest problem will be being at home long enough to meet any potential buyers as Im not at home much for the next few months.

Phil

[Paul Coleman]

12 minutes ago, philleech said:

Hi Paul, I knew you had an e type too in fact Ive just seen a Paul Coleman on the etype forum and guessed it was you. Im going to advertise mine for £50k and see if I get any interest. As with anything its worth what anyones prepared to pay. My biggest problem will be being at home long enough to meet any potential buyers as Im not at home much for the next few months.

Phil

Yeah that'll be me I've been a member on the Jag Lovers forum since 2003 - that's the best e-type forum imho. If you think Esprit bits are expensive you ain't seen nothin' yet! Have you got the bonnet? If not it'll be about £7,000 not including fitting and paint. A professional paint job on an e-type will run you £15,000.

If you get anywhere near the £50,000 mark for your Esprit you'll have the funds to do the e-type

I'm replacing the bottom 12" of mine!!

 

[philleech]

What this bit? Yep got a shiny new one.

[Paul Coleman]

3 minutes ago, philleech said:

What this bit? Yep got a shiny new one.

Yeah that's the engine cover I've just finished buying all the panels for mine. Every time I placed an order it seemed they'd gone up by about 10%

 

[Daniel]

Have you thought about a reputable classic car auction? They seem to attract enthusiasts and decent examples of any classic seem to do well.

[Paul Coleman]

38 minutes ago, Daniel said:

Have you thought about a reputable classic car auction? They seem to attract enthusiasts and decent examples of any classic seem to do well.

I looked at putting my S1 into the auction at the NEC but they put a price on it of £35k to £40k and wouldn't allow a reserve above this. I turned down an offer of £70k on it a while back so I think they were a little out of touch!

[Daniel]

3 hours ago, Paul Coleman said:

I looked at putting my S1 into the auction at the NEC but they put a price on it of £35k to £40k and wouldn't allow a reserve above this. I turned down an offer of £70k on it a while back so I think they were a little out of touch!

Disappointing. I was there and it seemed a very good quality auction. 

[GTK]

@philleech Did you list anywhere yet? Looks gorgeous.

[philleech]

Im going to advertise it after Christmas on all of the suggested sites.

Phil

[philleech]

Heres the first advert.......

https://www.lotusforsale.com/ads/colin-chapmans-s1-esprit/

[nello]

Not seen an S1 in Silver before - was that the OE colour? Best of luck with the sale BTW

[philleech]

Yes it was originally silver and was the first production silver esprit,  not to be confused with THE silver car. 

Phil