The Esprit's 1987 redesign (X180) was the work of Peter Stevens and, whilst it retained the basic creativity behind the original Giorgetto Giugiaro design, it featured rounder, smoother lines, which helped to reduce the drag coefficient to only 0.33. Initially, two models were available the Esprit Turbo at £29,995 and the Normally Aspirated Esprit at £22,995.They were visually indistinguishable externally apart from some minor detail differences The NA was powered by a 2174cc in-line 4-cylinder generating 172bhp/163lb.ft and offering 0-60 in 5.5 seconds This smart example is finished in Calypso Red and features a tilting and removable sunroof and electric windows. Purchased by our vendor three years ago from a collector and supplied with the original owner’s handbook, stamped service record, an extensive file of invoices and previous MOT Certificates supporting the current indicated mileage Recorded maintenance includes a new clutch at 58,000 miles, new manifold struts at 64,000 miles, and a cam belt at 67,000 miles Attention during current ownership includes a full carb rebuild, water pump rebuild, electric window motors replaced, and headlight motor repaired. Serviced with a fresh MOT (no advisories) on 29/05/2024