2017 Lotus Exige Cup 380

KEY FACTS

• This Lotus Exige Cup 380 is a rare and thrilling track-focused sports car, combining the lightweight Exige platform with extensive aerodynamic revisions and highly adjustable suspension, and is understood to be one of just 12 examples allocated to the UK from the limited production run of 60 cars announced for worldwide markets.
• It is powered by a supercharged 3.5-litre V6, driving the rear wheels through a six-speed manual transmission.
• First registered in December 2017, this example was acquired by the seller and the second owner in May 2023.
• The odometer is understood to show approximately 13,800 miles from new.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• Improving on the already impressive Exige Sport 380, the Cup 380 features several factory-fitted parts from the track-only Race 380 model.
• The desirable model features a raft of weight-saving and aerodynamic upgrades, including a carbon-fibre front splitter, front access panel, bargeboards, roof panel, rear diffuser surround, side intake pods, a large rear spoiler, and a single-piece carbon-fibre tailgate.
• Alongside this, the Cup 380 also features front wing louvres, adjustable Nitron dampers, Eibach adjustable anti-roll bars, and multi-stage traction control.
• This example is finished in the model’s signature hue of Essex Blue with contrasting red accents and a matte-black taillight panel, over a black leather, fabric and Alcantara-trimmed interior, featuring red stitching, embroidered ‘380 Cup’ lettering and Lotus crests on the seats, an exposed aluminium tub, and metallic red trim accents.
• It rides on a set of staggered 17-inch front and 18-inch rear 10-spoke lightweight alloy wheels finished in satin-black, framing red AP Racing callipers and fitted with Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres.
• Equipment includes air conditioning, xenon headlights, rear parking sensors, a Momo steering wheel, switchable sport and race modes, a Clarion stereo, electric windows, and a lithium-ion battery.
• Paint protection film has been applied to the front clam and sills.
• A Scorpion tracker is fitted, and the seller notes that the car's geometry has been set up by Back on Track for fast road use
• The car is accompanied by the V5C, the service booklet, various service invoices, the owner's manuals, and the lithium battery trickle charger.
• Two keys and two tracker fobs will also be included.

CONDITION

• Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition.
• Specific notes from the seller include: there are a few minor stone chips beneath the paint protection film, the carbon-fibre sill covers are fitted with PPF, and there is a scratch on the driver-side carbon-fibre sill cover beneath the PPF.
• MOT test history is shown via the button in the listing overview.

SERVICE HISTORY

• The car was most recently serviced in December 2025 at 13,586 miles by Bell & Colvill Lotus, which included an engine oil and filter change, a new air filter, and the brake fluid being renewed, the sump baffles were also replaced.
• A previous service was completed in December 2023 at 11,743 miles by Bell & Colvill Lotus.
• The seller states a brand-new exhaust back box has been fitted

Dates and mileage:

Dec 2017 - PDI - Williams Lotus

Dec 2020 - 9,801 miles - Williams Lotus

Dec 2022 - 10,608 miles - Williams Lotus

Dec 2023 - 11,743 miles - Bell & Colvill Lotus

Dec 2025 - 13,586 miles - Bell & Colvill Lotus

SUMMARY

This Lotus Exige Cup 380 is a particularly focused and scarce iteration of the acclaimed British sports car, pairing its supercharged V6 and six-speed manual gearbox with adjustable Nitron suspension and a substantial aerodynamic package. This example is further distinguished by its Essex Blue finish with red accents, extensive carbon-fibre specification, and low mileage from new. With only 60 examples initially announced for worldwide markets and just a small number understood to have been allocated to the UK, it is an appealing modern Lotus for an enthusiast seeking an engaging road car with serious track-focused credentials.

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