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The Lotus Esprit a Buying Guide for a Modern Classic

The first Lotus Esprit burst into life in 1976, and with its stunning wedge shaped looks it really stood out from the humdrum Rovers and Fords that were on the road at the time. Colin Chapman was so proud of his new sports car that he arranged to have it parked outside Pinewood studios in the hope that it would be used in the latest James Bond film. The plan worked, and Roger Moore drove a white Lotus Esprit, that could convert into a submarine, in the Spy Who Loved Me.

The early Esprit cars came with a four cylinder 160 bhp engine, however through turbo charging and various other engine modifications the final four cylinder sport models were able to produce 300bhp. However, what the Lotus Esprit really needed was a super car engine to match its looks and that finally arrived in the shape of a V8 engine back in 1996.

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LG Lotus Car Cup Holder – Gomadic Brand

  • Gomadic’s new holder comes with a lifetime warranty & sold exclusively by Gomadic
  • no-scratch and no-skid design – Extra 1/2″” thick rubber pads on side retainers to protect your LG Lotus
  • Quick release side grip button for easy removal of your LG Lotus
  • Built in expandable base to grip securely inside the your cup holder
  • Gooseneck length is 6 1/2″” (165mm) – Supports cup holder diameters from 2 1/2″” to 3 5/8″”

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Sport Cars, Designer Suits, Expensive Cigars and Watches

For many owning a sports car, designer suits and expensive watches is a dream only possible in the movies. Even as children we are almost programmed to turn and look at the beautiful sleek sports car as it cruises through the town. Sports cars are the zenith of motoring and something which people dedicate their lives to. These are a symbol of success and money which attracts many women and make men jealous.

Everyone can name at least one sports car, Ferrari’s, Porsches, Bentley, Aston Martin, Porsche, Lotus and Lamborghini to name just a few. So what is the appeal of such unobtainable cars? Sports cars aren’t for convenience or practicalities; they are purely made to be beautiful and luxurious. Why is it that so many of our own screen hero’s don’t drive practical 4×4’s or be economically friendly and cycle? Can we really picture James Bond turning up to save the world in a 5 door hatchback? No. Sports cars do exactly what they say on the tin. They are fast; they only hold 2 people and don’t worry about space for things like groceries.

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