2013 Lotus Exige V6 Roadster

Highlights

• 345bhp, supercharged V6 engine

• 0-60mph in 3.8s

• Premium Pack

• Excellent service history

• In great overall condition

• Low owner, low mileage example

• Long, advisory-free MOT

Overview

We're sure you've heard of the phrase “if it ain't broke, don't fix it”. Well, in the case of the Elise it certainly rings true and while Lotus may not have had to fix its seminal two-seater sports car it most definitely improved upon it. Continuously developed, the Elise would morph into the Exige in 2001, originally as a coupe version using similar bodywork and engine configurations. The Exige would initially run alongside its older brother but would also undergo multiple tweaks, updates and improvements over the years, culminating in the Series 3 in 2012.

Complete with all of the refinements that Lotus bestowed upon the Exige in the course of its life, the S3 is blessed with a 3.5-litre supercharged V6 producing 345bhp and despite being larger than earlier incarnations (those two extra cylinders require a bit more room) it's still an incredibly light and chuckable machine that's capable of a sub-four second 0-60mph time. The Roadster arrived a year later and with the exception of the removable roof little was changed and performance remains similar to the coupe.

And that's exactly what we have here with this 2013 Lotus Exige S V6 Roadster. In excellent overall condition and benefiting from the Premium Pack which adds enhanced leather trim, improved seating, extra cabin comfort and some handy storage making the car easier to live with day to day without compromising its inherent drive-ability, it's a great example of the marque. Featured as our weapon of choice for our review way back in 2013 we concluded that the Roadster was fast, fun and brilliant to drive on road and track, offering the full sports car experience in a truly attractive package that adds a new dimension and a whole heap of extra appeal to the Exige. And we stand by that statement.

Complete with excellent service history, as well as some recent maintenance works, this Lotus Exige S V6 Roadster ticks a lot of boxes and would make for an excellent fast road or track day toy with the added bonus of being really rather usable as a more frequent flyer.

History and documentation

• 2013 model year

• V5C present and correct in the vendor's name

• In current ownership since 12 July 2019

• First registered 11 Jun 2013

• Two registered former keepers

• Original book pack

• Two keys

• Alpine stereo documentation

• Excellent service history with original service book showing inspections at the following intervals:

  • 2013 @ 652 miles (after sales service, main dealer)

  • 2013 @ 5,559 miles (service, main dealer)

  • 2014 @ 12,564 miles (service, main dealer)

  • 2015 @ 18,594 miles (service, brake fluid, specialist)

  • 2017 @ 23,662 miles (service, spark plugs, coolant, Lotus approved service centre)

  • 2018 @ 26,849 miles (service, Lotus approved service centre)

  • 2019 @ 30,989 miles (service, spark plugs)

  • 2020 @ 32,467 miles (service)

  • 2021 @ 33,691 miles (service)

  • 2022 @ 35,104 miles (service)

  • 2023 @ 37,160 miles (service)

  • 2024 @ 37,493 miles (service)

  • 2025 @ 37,883 miles (service)

• Less than 2,000 miles covered since last service

• Multiple supporting invoices for parts, servicing and maintenance

• HPI clear

• Advisory-free MOT until 16 Jul 2027

• London ULEZ compliant

• 39,389 indicated miles

Interior

• In very good condition throughout

• Premium pack

• No evidence of any major damage

• Quilted leather upholstery presents well

• General signs of wear and tear commensurate with age and mileage

• Vendor reports a mark on the drivers seat back that was present from before their ownership

• Alpine Bluetooth/CD stereo head unit

• Some light marks to the kick plates

• No reports of any electrical issues or dashboard warning lights

• No evidence of any water ingress

• Engine bay presents well

Exterior

• Bodywork looks to be in fine shape overall

• All shut lines appear uniform

• Dark blue paintwork retains a healthy shine

• No areas of repaired damage but the vendor reports two small areas of damage to the paintwork

• PPF fitted behind the rear arches

• Some usual stone chips consistent with age and mileage

• All glasswork looks good but the windscreen does have some repaired chips

• Black fabric hood looks to be in fine fettle and fits well

• The 18” alloy wheels are in excellent condition overall with just one small scratch on the nearside front to note

• Michelin Pilot Sport 5 tyres all round which have covered less than 4,000 miles as reported by the vendor

• The aluminium chassis and underside of the car look good with the vendor informing us that there were no concerns from the mechanic when working on the vehicle

Mechanical

• 345bhp, 3.5-litre supercharged V6 engine

• Six-speed manual gearbox

• Rear-wheel drive

• 0-60mph in 3.8seconds

• 172mph top speed, limited to 145mph

• Major past maintenance items include a new exhaust back box, engine pulley and auxiliary belt plus engine mounts

• Vendor reports the car is kept garaged and on a trickle charger for battery health

• No known mechanical issues

• The vendor informs us that the car drives beautifully and sounds great, the steering is a particular highlight – the antithesis to numb modern steering, the lack of mass makes the car come alive and the engine and brakes are strong

Summary

The Lotus Exige S V6 Roadster is blessed with a rare ability to not only be absolutely devastating on track but also exist as a rather lovely convertible sports car that can very much be enjoyed sedately sans roof should you wish, especially here with the added interior comforts that the Premium Pack affords. Bolstered by an excellent service history this particular example doesn't appear to want for anything except a new, loving owner who will continue to enjoy its particularly venerable virtues.

This car is with our concierge partner Henry’s Car Barn in Warwickshire. To arrange a viewing, please contact them using the details provided