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Used 2003 Lotus Esprit V8
31,660 milesCranston, RI 02920
For Sale:$66,000
Estimated payment:$1,497/mo.
$0 trade-in, 10% down payment, 48 months, Great credit score
- Car
- Coupe
- Luxury
- Fun to Drive
- Condition
- Used
- Mileage
- 31,660miles
- Aggregate Ratings
- 2.42.4 out of 5 stars
- Generation
- 5(1995 - 2004)
- Trim
- V8
- Drivetrain
- Rear Wheel
- Transmission
- 5-Speed Manual
- MPG
- 14 city21 highwayMax range: 378 miles
- Exterior Color
- Ardent Red (Red & Orange)Factory Paint Code:AR
- Interior Color
- Gray
- Upholstery
- Leather
- Doors
- 2
- Max Seating
- 2
- Max Towing Capacity
- 0lbs.
- Ground Clearance
- 4.1inch
- Final Assembly Point
- Hethel, England
- VIN
- SCCDC08253H279416
- Starting MSRP
- $91,820
Engine3.5L V8 Gasoline 350hp
- Fuel Type:Gasoline
- Max Horsepower:350 hp @ 6500 rpm
- Power to Weight Ratio:8.69lbs/hp
- Max Torque:295 ft.lbf @ 4250 rpm
- Displacement:3.5liters
- Block Type:V
- Cylinders:8
- Aspiration:Twin Turbo
- Fuel Induction:Fuel Injection
- Cam Type:DOHC
- Valves:32
Message from the seller
2003 Lotus Esprit For Sale. The final year of an iconic British supercar, offering timeless wedge styling and thrilling performance. This well-maintained example is powered by a twin-turbocharged V8 engine, delivering an exhilarating driving experience. Features include a precise manual transmission, agile handling, and a low-slung cockpit true to the Lotus pedigree. A rare opportunity to own a piece of automotive history that delivers analog supercar excitement without the modern premium.
* Based on opinions and should be considered as general guidance only.
- Reliability (2)2 out of 5 starsWhile the 2003 'Final Edition' addressed earlier engine issues, the Renault-sourced transaxle is fragile and the electrical systems are prone to intermittent faults.
- Maintenance (1)1 out of 5 starsOwnership is costly; parts are increasingly difficult to source and many standard services require the entire engine to be removed, leading to high labor costs.
- Technology (2)2 out of 5 starsBy 2003, the platform's age was showing; it lacks modern driver aids, and the interior electronics are rudimentary compared to its contemporary German rivals.
- Comfort (2)2 out of 5 starsThe cabin is extremely tight with a very narrow pedal box, and the low ride height makes ingress and egress a significant challenge for daily use.
- Dynamics (5)5 out of 5 starsThe Esprit remains a masterclass in handling; its mid-engine balance, communicative steering, and 350hp twin-turbo V8 offer a pure, analog supercar experience.
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Listed on April 29, 2026 (3 hours ago)
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