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1985 Lotus Excel

32,045mi / Manual / Petrol / 2200cc
$44,990
Note: Clean Car fee/rebate may also apply
$44,990
Note: Clean Car fee/rebate may also apply
Engine
2200cc, Petrol
Body
Coupe
Odometer
32,045mi
Ext Colour
Silver
Interior
Beige, 5 Seats (Fabric)
Transmission
5-Speed Manual
Emissions (CO2)
CO2 emissions unknown
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Clean Car Information
Unfortunately we are unable to determine if a Clean Car fee or rebate applies to this vehicle. This usually occurs when a vehicle is still awaiting classification or is yet to arrive in New Zealand. We suggest contacting the seller directly to try and determine the fee/rebate that may apply to this vehicle (if any).
Energy economy
Motive Power: Petrol

Fuel economy unknown

Annual fuel cost not available

Energy Consumption unknown.
Safety

Overview

NZ NEW / LOW MILEAGE / COLLECTIBLE

*** 1985 LOTUS EXCEL***

** NZ NEW - 4 OWNER - RARE OPPORTUNITY **

The Lotus Excel, a sporting grand tourer with perfect 50/50 weight distribution, was designed by Oliver Winterbottom and produced by Lotus from 1982 to 1992 as a successor to the Lotus Eclat model. Its sleek, aerodynamic wedge exterior design featured pop-up headlights and a low, sloping hood, with a fibreglass body mounted on a steel backbone chassis to reduce weight and improve handling.

In the 1980s, Toyota contracted Lotus to help develop the Supra, which led to a partnership between the two companies. As a result, many components of Lotus cars from that era were sourced from Toyota, including the Excels W58 manual gearbox, driveshafts, rear differential, alloy wheels, and door handles from the A60 Toyota Supra.

Engine/Drivetrain:

- 2200cc inline-four petrol
- 160hp / 217Nm
- 5-Speed manual transmission
- Rear-wheel drive
- 0-100kmph in approx 7 seconds

Exterior:

- Silver Frost Metallic
- 15 inch alloy wheels
- Gloss black styling
- Twin exit exhaust
- Factory Decals

Interior/Technology:

- Cream Velour Interior
- Sport seats
- Factory tape deck/AM FM Tuner
- 4-seat configuration

The 1985 model year saw some upgrades, including fared wheel arches, a larger boot opening, and the installation of front fog lamps and a VDO instrument cluster. 15-inch wheels became an option. Inside, the Excel featured a driver focused cockpit with sporty seats, a small, leather-wrapped steering wheel, and surprisingly spacious interior.

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Feature Highlights

  • Manual
  • NZ New
  • Petrol

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