1984 LOTUS EXCEL

KEY FACTS

• An early example of the classic British sports car, which has been driven sparingly in recent years.
• Under the bonnet is the 2.2-litre ‘Lotus 912’ inline-four, coupled to the five-speed Toyota W58 manual transmission.
• It has benefited from a comprehensive recent service, being kept as part of a classic collection since 2016.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• The Excel featured a 50:50 weight distribution, with a fibreglass body and a galvanised steel chassis.
• From 1984, the Eclat Excel was known only as the Excel, and the model was fitted with body-coloured bumpers, a louvred bonnet, and a boot spoiler.
• This example, first registered in November 1984, is thought to be one of the first Excel’s with flared wheel arches, which were officially introduced for the 1985 model year.
• It is fitted with the optional 15-inch wheels.
• A large folder of documents will be included that detail the car’s history.

CONDITION

• The offside front corner is slightly scuffed, but its red paintwork is in generally good condition. A few other blemishes can be seen around the front bumper, mesh grille and sidelight lenses. There is also a large crack in the nearside plastic wing mirror cap.
• Some stone chipping can be seen in front of the boot spoiler, which the vendor reports is slightly faded, and the fuel filler cap is slightly chipped.
• Inside, its beige cloth upholstery is in good shape, with just some light discoloration to the driver’s seat and carpets.
• The vendor has reported a few surface marks to the dashboard and door cards, which have now developed an aged but not heavily worn appearance.
• Some surface wear can be seen on the three-spoke steering wheel and wooden gear knob.
• No electrical faults have been detected.
• The most recent MOT test was on 22 September 2020 at 76,761 miles, which was a first-time pass with no advisories or defects.

SERVICE HISTORY

• In 2020, the engine oil and filter were changed, before the car was fitted with new brake callipers, discs and pads all round, along with a new fuel pump and cam belt. 

SUMMARY

One of the first examples to be fitted with flared wheel arches, this Lotus Excel has been very well-preserved and is now presented in good order throughout. It would make a smart addition to an assembly of British classics, and is a great value sports car for weekend fun or longer road trips.

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