Used 2003 Lotus Esprit Consumer Reviews
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We have a limited number of reviews for the 2003 Esprit, so we've included reviews for other years of the Esprit since its last redesign.
over 3 yrs ownership
tim hayden, 12/24/2007
2002 Lotus Esprit V8 2dr Coupe (3.5L 8cyl Turbo 5M)
6 of 6 people found this review helpful
I have driven it daily for over 3 yrs and has been extremely reliable. I am so use to people making double takes when they see it on the road that it feels strange on the rare occasion when it does not occur. The performance is way beyond what I can explore and the exhaust note with the center exit U.S. exhaust is phenomenal and sounds only like exotic european cars can. The interior is very intimate and memorable and feels very nice once settled in. I think the exterior is one of the most beautiful, exotic shapes to date and still looks modern after all these years. I have owned Porsches and Ferraris and this is the most satisfying car yet. Don't be scared to take the plunge and get one.
'02 Esprit
tim hayden, 04/27/2004
2002 Lotus Esprit V8 2dr Coupe (3.5L 8cyl Turbo 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Bought it 2 weeks ago. Have owned a Boxster, 911, Ferrari 308 Quattrovalve and a Testarossa and I go out to the garage at night just to look at this one more than the others. The interior is gourgeous in tan and the wheels are the most beautiful I have ever seen. The twin turbo acceleration is the best I've ever driven and the exhaust is pleasantly loud. Major service is maybe $1200 and was $5000 on the Testarossa. Other accessories and parts much more reasonable also. I am using as everyday driver and I fully expect it to be reliable.
Esprit V8 is a winner
Dirk989, 06/17/2003
2001 Lotus Esprit V8 2dr Coupe (3.5L 8cyl Turbo 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
While not a well know marque, Lotus has produced one of the top supercars in the world. Handling has been described as the greatest ever. I don't disagree. Performance is unbelievable, especially with a few reasonably priced mods. This car will glue you to your seat and handle curves at speeds previously reserved for video games. The styling is not as outrageous as otherrs, but this is a car that looks much better in person than in print. Beautiful, exotic, good fuel mileage, unbelievable performance and handling for a fair price. The only flaw is that the interior, while very well made, is that of a typical British car - small and tight.
An Owner's Review: 2003 Lotus Esprit V8
Owner of 2003 Esprit, 08/28/2003
2001 Lotus Esprit V8 2dr Coupe (3.5L 8cyl Turbo 5M)
3 of 3 people found this review helpful
Frightening fast car, difficult to drive slow. Don't mean b/c u "want" to drive it fast, I mean b/c IT wants to drive fast. The gas pedal is either on or off, as is clutch. Brakes similar, risk a face plant if not careful to go gentle on pedal. Not easy to drive, but has its rewards. Downsides: (there are several), forget about getting it if you are shy, everyone WILL react to it, sometimes positively, sometimes not. This leads to things that weigh on your mind. As in, can I just park this car anywhere?(ans: no). Do I need to plan my trips? (ans: yes). The car nose is unbeleivably low. Remember this is not a Porsche911, it is a supercar.
A Real head turner
LotusOwner, 09/08/2002
2002 Lotus Esprit V8 2dr Coupe (3.5L 8cyl Turbo 5M)
2 of 2 people found this review helpful
Exotic looking car. Somewhat practical. What can you say with a car that is only waist height. Getting in and out is difficult. Styling is timeless.
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