Lot Ended
Description
Desirable late 2000 barn find; presented in New Aluminium
paintwork; Rover K-Series engine; only showing approx 28,000 miles;last on the
road in 2018; in need of recommissioning
Few modern British
performance cars have achieved the cult status of the Series 1 Lotus Exige.
Lightweight, uncompromising and built with the sole purpose of delivering an
exhilarating driving experience, the Exige has become one of the most
sought-after modern classics to emerge from Hethel.
Finished
in New Aluminium and powered by the lively Rover K-Series engine, this early
2000 example has covered just 28,000 miles from new. Accompanying paperwork
includes early service history from 2000 to 2003, by which time the car had
covered 24,366 miles, together with its original handbook
pack.
Having been off the road and stored for a considerable
period, much of it outdoors, the Exige now requires recommissioning and cosmetic
attention. The paintwork has suffered from prolonged exposure to the elements,
while the engine bay, braking system and wheels will all require refurbishment
before the car returns to regular use.
Despite this, the
rarity and desirability of the Series 1 Exige make it an especially attractive
proposition. With values of the best examples continuing to strengthen, this
low-mileage car presents an exciting opportunity for an enthusiast to restore
and preserve one of Lotus's most iconic models. Equally, it offers an excellent
basis for a dedicated track day, sprint or hill climb machine, where the Exige's
lightweight chassis and renowned handling can truly shine.
A
genuine early-2000s 'barn find' in every sense, this is a rare chance to acquire
a low-mileage Series 1 Exige requiring recommissioning and offering enormous
potential for the next owner.
Contact - toby.service@brightwells.com