Lotus Esprit X180 Turbo SE (1992)
Lotus Esprit X180 Turbo SE (1992), H license plate, very well maintained condition
Overview
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A 1992 Lotus Esprit X180 Turbo SE is for sale in black with a beige leather interior.
Highlights:
- Lotus Esprit X180 Turbo SE – with 265 hp, this version of the Esprit is one of the most powerful Esprit variants
- Extremely harmonious color combination
- With targa roof
- The current owner is a collector, and the car is very well maintained
- With electric windows, central locking, and radio
- TÜV, H license plate, registered and accident-free in current ownership
- Interior with beige leather upholstery and wood trim
General information about the vehicle
- Year of manufacture: 1992
- First registration: Germany, 1992
- Location: 16761 Hennigsdorf, Germany
- Vehicle owners: 5
- TÜV valid until 05/2026
- H license plate
- Registered
- Ready to drive
Model history
The Lotus Esprit X180 Turbo SE was introduced as a further development of the Esprit Turbo and marked a significant advancement in the model history. With its introduction in 1987, Lotus introduced numerous improvements, including a revised chassis, new bodywork, and a modernized interior. The X180 was powered by a 2.2-liter turbocharged four-cylinder engine that offered improved performance and driving dynamics. The vehicle also received a new body design that was aerodynamically optimized and gave the Esprit a contemporary appearance.
Facts
Exterior & interior:
- Color: Black
- Interior: Beige leather upholstery, well-maintained condition with minor age-related signs of wear
- Repainting cannot be ruled out
Engine and transmission:
- 2.2-liter inline four-cylinder engine with 265 hp
- Manual transmission
- Last service in April 2024
Mileage:
- 62,800 kilometers (as read)
- The mileage can be partially verified
Documentation:
- (German) vehicle documents
Tires, brakes, bodywork & underbody:
- Tires: 50-70%
- Brakes: 50-70%
- The underbody is rust-free
- Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insights into the condition of the vehicle
Known defects:
- The air conditioning does not work
- No other known defects
- Please view the photo gallery and videos for further insight into the condition of the vehicle
Summary
A Lotus Esprit X180 Turbo SE in black with a beige leather interior is available for sale. This collector's vehicle impresses with its attractive color combination, powerful 265 hp turbocharged four-cylinder engine, and SE-specific optimized chassis. The Esprit X180 SE offers a driving experience characterized by dynamism and precision. This Lotus Esprit X180 is in good condition, rust-free on the underbody, and ready to drive. The timeless elegance of its body design combined with technical sophistication makes it a sought-after collector's item.
Vehicle videos
Kickdown check
- Kickdown photographer was on site
- Video of the vehicle available
- Main inspection


Comments of this past auction
Technik: Nach der Übernahme des Unternehmens durch General Motors (GM) wurde der Esprit überarbeitet. Das 1987er Modell hatte gegenüber dem Vorgänger eher Änderungen an Motor und Technik. Er hatte nun geschmiedete Mahle-Kolben und der Garrett-Turbolader erzeugte 0,66 bar Überdruck. Der „Esprit HC“ hatte aber weiterhin zwei Dell’Orto-Doppelvergaser und die Differenzial-Getriebe-Einheit aus dem Citroën SM. Unter der Regie von GM wurde ab 1988 in der zweiten Auflage die Karosserie des Lotus Esprit sehr geglättet und im Aussehen runder und moderner als die kantige Form der ersten Baureihe aus den 1970er-Jahren. Die Grundform der Karosserie wurde dabei nicht verändert. Die von Colin Spooner entwickelte Karosserie hatte einen Luftwiderstandsbeiwert (Cw) von 0,36. Die Lenkung arbeitete nach wie vor ohne Servo, das Kupplungs- und Bremspedal verlangten nach einem festen Tritt. Dabei verzichtete Lotus aus Gründen der Beherrschbarkeit im Grenzbereich auf eine Differenzialsperre an der Hinterachse. Die Traktion war wegen des Mittelmotors trotzdem relativ gut. LG Tom
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