2005 Lotus Exige S2

KEY FACTS

• A lightweight and highly engaging analogue sports car, this Lotus Exige S2 is a timelessly specified example of the marque's acclaimed road and track-focused coupe.
• It is powered by a naturally aspirated 1.8-litre inline-four engine, driving the rear wheels through a six-speed manual transmission.
• First registered in November 2005, this example has been with the seller and its fourth owner for six years, though the seller notes that two of the previous owners were from the same family.
• The odometer indicates 16,148 miles, which the seller believes to be the genuine total.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This Exige S2 is finished in a stylish shade of black, over a black cloth and grey Alcantara-trimmed interior, featuring silver door cards, gloss-black door cappings, exposed aluminium body panels, and brushed aluminium and carbon-fibre trim.
• It rides on a set of staggered 16-inch front and 17-inch rear multi-spoke alloy wheels finished in satin-black, and fitted with Yokohama Advan Neova tyres.
• Equipment includes a top-tinted windscreen, a rear spoiler, a black leather and grey Alcantara-trimmed steering wheel, air conditioning, an Alpine stereo, and Blaupunkt speakers.
• The car will be supplied with its original Lotus book pack, comprising the stamped maintenance schedule, owner's handbook, handbook supplement, and Lotus Assistance booklet, all housed in the original green felt wallet.
• Also included are the original unopened Lotus touch-up paint bottles, the V5C, two original keys, remote fob, and the emergency key card.

CONDITION

• Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition.
• MOT test history is shown via the button in the listing overview.

SERVICE HISTORY

• This Exige S2’s most recent maintenance was carried out in October 2020 at an indicated 15,522 miles by GST Performance of Newmarket, comprising a full recommissioning including a full service, new battery, replacement front dampers, new Yokohama tyres, brake fluid replacement, brake cleaning and a replacement wiper.
• The previous recorded service included engine oil and filter replacement, brake pads, the central locking module, and tyres.
• The seller notes that it has recently benefitted from a new fuel pump.

Dates and Mileages:

• Dec 2005 – 1,343 miles – Formula One Lotus
• Sep 2006 – 8,708 miles – Formula One Lotus
• Oct 2020 – 15,522 miles – GST Performance

SUMMARY

This Lotus Exige S2 is an appealingly specified example of one of the most focused analogue sports cars of its era, combining Lotus' lightweight engineering philosophy with sharp handling and an involving six-speed manual drivetrain. Presented with a timeless colour scheme and benefiting from previous recommissioning by a respected Lotus specialist, it should make a fine addition to any collection of modern classic British performance cars, while promising to be an exciting companion for spirited weekend drives, road tours or occasional track-day outings.

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