Lotus Esprit Coupe (1984-)

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  • Economy

    Value

    2 out of 5 2.0

    Cheap to buy but very costly to run!

    Costs

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Major costs for servicing at main dealers, can find cheaper mechanics but possibly loose value without dealer stamps in the book.

  • On the road

    Driving

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Use performance with caution! Will bite the inexperienced!

    Performance

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Very quick but not particularly nimble. Has to be driven with precision to get the best.

  • Living with it

    Reliability

    1 out of 5 1.0

    Lots of trouble, usually serious… believe the stereotype in this case. Turbo trouble, brake trouble, manifold trouble, exhaust trouble, electrics trouble etc…

    Image

    4 out of 5 4.0

    The kids love it! - A bit of a 'medallion-man' image these days.

    Comfort

    4 out of 5 4.0

    500+ miles in a day - no problems!

  • Security and Service

    Security

    4 out of 5 4.0

    Not bad standard, but worth having CAT1 fitted.

    Service

    3 out of 5 3.0

    Main dealers are a complete rip-off! Avoid!

  • Problems and Ownership

    Problems

    Engine

    Turbo waste-gate failure, exhause manifold cracks.

    Other

    So cheap for the image and prestige. Nothing the same price comes close!

    Ownership

    Did you buy the car new?

    Used

    Would you buy the same model again?

    No

    Did you buy from the same manufacturer again?

    No