1977 Lotus Esprit S1
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$77,700
Initial Offering Marketing Cap -
$38.85
Initial Offering Share Price -
#77LE1
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11/2016
Initial Offering Date
The Esprit has held a special place in the hearts of enthusiasts and popular culture for nearly four decades. From its early appearance on the big screen as the Roger Moore James Bond spy-car of choice, to Richard Gere’s Sunset Strip cruiser that caught the eye of a young Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman, to a source of inspiration for design evangelists like Elon Musk (who actually purchased the aforementioned James Bond Esprit in 2013 for $1 million), we believe the Lotus Esprit to be one of the unsung heroes of the late 70’s exotics.
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“It was amazing as a little kid in South Africa to watch James Bond drive his Lotus Esprit off a pier, press a button and have it transform. I always wanted it”
— Elon Musk
#77LE1 Timeline
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#77LE1 was assembled in Hethel, Norfolk, England
Sep. 1977
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Sold to U.S. distributor Lotus East in Millerton, NY
Sep. 1977
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Original owner J. Winters redeems 500 mile free service voucher at La Monsa Motor Company in Mahwah, NJ
Mar. 1978
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Acquired by D. Miller (@2k miles), an enthusiast & collector who would preserve #77LE1 for the next 32 years
May 1981
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Acquired by D. Miller (@2k miles), an enthusiast & collector who would preserve #77LE1 for the next 32 years
May 1981
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Service performed at Harral Motor Sports, Montclair NJ (@8.6k miles)
Sep. 1987
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Service performed at RJ Motorsports, Closter NJ (@9.2k miles)
Sep. 2007
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Service performed at RJ Motorsports, Closter NJ (@9.3k miles)
Sep. 2009
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#77LE1 displayed in Lotus booth at NY Intl. Auto Show
Apr. 2011
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Purchased by Mr. Macomber for $39,500 (@9.5k miles)
Aug. 2013
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Service performed at Marin Auto Works, Mill Valley CA (@9.6k miles)
Feb. 2014
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#77LE1 undergoes a full "frame-off" restoration at the cost of approximately $90k. (@9.8k miles)
Mar. 2015
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#77LE1 undergoes a full "frame-off" restoration at the cost of approximately $90k. (@9.8k miles)
Oct. 2016
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Delivered to Rally professional storage facility
Nov. 2016
#77LE1 Details
Rally’s #77LE1, a pristine example of Giorgetto Giugiaro’s origami-inspired design, has 10,100 original miles and over $130,000 invested by it’s previous owner. It’s been meticulously maintained and received a full nut-&-bolt restoration. The rare oatmeal marcasite interior + a feature at the 2011 NY Auto Show make #77LE1 a truly unique work of art, with similar comps seeing sizable gains in recent years.
Invest Now| Financials | |
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| Price Per Share | $38.85 |
| Number of Shares | 2,000 |
| Market Cap. | $77,700.00 |
| Storage Location | Rally Rd. |
| Asset Specifications | |
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| Year | 1977 |
| Make | Lotus |
| Model | Esprit S1 |
| VIN # | 7709422H |
| Mileage | ~10,100 |
| Production Total | 718 Built |
| Rarity | 1 of 85 (Paint) |
| Manufactured In | England |
| Engine Type | 2.0L 4cyl. 16v DOHC |
| Transmission Type | 5-Speed, Manual |
| Asset Condition | |
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| Restored | Yes |
| Modifications | Euro Spec, Upgrade Suspension & Cooling |
| Original Paint | Yes (with Restored up) |
| Original Paint Color | Black |
| Matching Numbers | Yes |
| Original Engine | Yes |
| Original Transmission | Yes |
| Original Interior | Partial, Restored |
| Original Wheels | Yes |
| Original Steering Wheel | Yes |
| Original Keys | Yes |
| Original Wheels | Yes |
| Original Spare Tire | Yes |
| Original Jack | Yes |
| Original Tools | Yes |
| Original Owners Manual / Books | Yes |
| Asset Extras | |
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| Awards / Events | NY intl. Auto Show Car |
| Notable Feature | Rotary Engine |
| Designer | Giorgetto Giugiaro |
| 0-60 mph. | 6.8 sec (est.) |
| Top Speed | 138 mph |
| LHD / RHD | LHD |
