1988 Lotus Esprit 2.2

Overview

• Make: Lotus
• Model: Esprit
• Version: 2.2 Manual RWD 2dr (215 bhp)
• Year: 1988
• Mileage: 34,205 miles
• Fuel: Petrol
• Body: Coupe, 2 doors
• Engine: 2.2 litres, 215 bhp
• Gearbox: Manual
• Drive: Rear-wheel drive
• Colour: Red

About this car

This 1988 Lotus Esprit has covered 34,205 miles. Since we first spotted the advert 111 days ago, the asking price has dropped by £4,000. Its advertised mileage matches the government's MOT record. The seller is Hardy's of Hampton Court, based in East Molesey. How to contact the dealer and its opening hours are on this AskCar page.

Stock data as of 5 November 2026.

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Time on sale

This 1988 Lotus Esprit has been on sale for at least 111 days.

Price history

AskCar first saw this advert on 17 July 2026 at £39,995. Its asking price is now £35,995, £4,000 less. The latest price cut was seen on 20 August 2026.

Price changes recorded:

• 17 July 2026: £39,995
• 20 August 2026: £35,995

Mileage and MOT

MOT, from the government's MOT records (DVSA, the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency), as of 5 November 2026: valid until 13 August 2027.

It has had 8 MOTs. The latest, on 14 August 2026, passed.

There were no advisories at the latest test.

Mileage at that test: 34,462 miles, which matches the advertised 34,205 miles.