Steve Coulter Performance Cars

Amazing High Spec Abarth 500 Esseesse c/w Monza Exhaust

2012-02-20T06:37:00.000-08:00

The highest spec Abarth 500 Esseesse / MM Monza we have had for sale including very rare Panoramic Sunroof and Xenon Headlights. Full spec details including output from Esseesse 160BHP upgrade and Magneti Marelli Monza Exhaust are here. But also includes: Full Leather Sports Seats, Split Folding Rear Seat, Blue & Me, Interscope HiFi with Sub Woofer and a whole lot more.

This car makes the most amazing tuned exhaust note. With sport mode the extra torque offers more than enough power. How many out there with Xenons?

Fabulous Rare Spec VW Golf R32 Mk4

2012-02-08T09:31:00.000-08:00

What an outstanding arrival! A really high spec Mk4 Volkswagen Golf R32 5 Door Hatchback in Black Metallic with what appears to be total factory spec. Manual 6 Speed Gearbox, & fitted with Factory Electric Sunroof, Satellite Navigation, Full Heated Black Leather Konig Sports Seats (fabulous!) plus Parrott Bluetooth.

More pictures and info soon, but for now here's some details. It's a beautiful car to drive, very fast and with a sewing machine like V6 engine and supportive and great looking seats.

WANTED! Ford Focus RS Cash Buyer

2012-02-04T03:22:00.000-08:00

We're one of the UK's best buyers of the latest model Ford Focus RS. All colours, all specs, but always particularly looking for low mileage, low ownership, immaculate Lux Pack 2 RS in Performance Blue, Frozen White or Ultimate Green with Full Ford Service History. We only buy non-modified cars for stock, but Ford Approved Mountune Cars are fine. We have been selling the latest RS since they were new cars and commissioned to sell them on the Internet by the local Ford retail dealer - so we know then back to front.

We can collect from anywhere in the UK, or alternatively, take a trip to historic Arundel in West Sussex and make a day of it.

Instant transfer of funds, we can also clear existing finance in a mutually acceptable manner. We have many highly satisfied buyers and sellers, some testimonials are listed on our website home page.

Please don't sell your cared for RS elsewhere, or part exchange until we have discussed the current values as this may cost you money - and deprive one of our waiting customers the perfect RS.

Here's a link to our wanted adverts.

Nero Carbonio Maserati 3200GT Coupe

2012-01-31T06:33:00.001-08:00

I'm selling this beautiful and rare manual Nero Carbonio (black to you and I) Maserati 3200GT Coupe with 6 Speed Manual Transmission on behalf of my neighbour here in Arundel. It has a Full Maserati and Maserati Specialist Service History and is in excellent condition throughout. At just under 45000 miles from new it's one of the lower mileage examples on sale. It's fitted with an expensive when new, Stainless Steel TUBI Exhaust, a quality item similar fitted as an upgrade to Ferraris. Advertised at £11750, I doubt there are many 375BHP Twin Turbo Supercars around for this price! Full details are here. A must see car, perfect for Goodwood Breakfast Club once that restarts in the Spring.

Rare Nimbus Grey Renaultsport Megane R26

2011-05-26T01:17:00.000-07:00

Multiple pictures and full information now updated for this lovely Renaultsport Megane 230 r26 F1 Team in rare Nimbus Grey Metallic. Fitted with very desirable Factory Xenon Headlights.

Fast & Nimble & Due In This Week

2011-05-24T23:31:00.000-07:00

A great price-range 2007 Renaultsport Megane 230 R26 F1 Team. The derivative that includes upgrade power plus Recaro Front Seats, Brembo Brake Calipers, and Renault/Ricardo Engineering collaborative upgrade Quaife Limited Slip Differential, Cup Chassis with still improved spring and damper rates, larger brake master cylinder and better tuned exhaust. Offered at £9484 now a truly fabulous value for money hot hatchback. Well under half price when new now.

Wanted The Very Best R26.R

2011-05-24T10:00:00.001-07:00

The UK's and probably the World's pre-eminent buyer of everything R26.R wants to buy your cared for example. Please do not part exchange or sell yours until we have been in contact.

All colours, with FSH and Factory Roll Cage essential, and Titanium Exhaust optional but preferred.

Campovolo Grey Abarth 500 Esseesse

2011-05-24T09:49:00.000-07:00

We sourced and supplied this phenominal, super-high-spec Abarth 500 Esseesse last time. Way too much information to detail in this blog post, Sabelts, MM Monza Quad Exhaust, GAZ Coilovers, TMC Power Upgrade so please click the link to read the full information. Since selling this car, I have had an eye on all the trade networks for a replacement but never seen another one with such perfect, carefully chosen specification. Surely the most appropriate colour with the best specification options. This is how the Esseesse should have been from the factory. In my honest opinion this car is equal to the Tributo Ferrari at virtually half the price. Plus you get a manual gearbox! Buy it, enjoy it, then tuck it away....

Frozen White Focus RS

2011-05-24T09:36:00.000-07:00

With looks harking back to the 1985 Escort RS Turbo Mk1, this beautiful condition, ultra-low mileage 2010 Ford Focus RS in traditional Ford White with Blue & Grey Recaro Seats. It's only covered 3600 miles and has the Bluetooth, USB Port and Rear Parking Sensors options. The tyres still have virtually all the tread remaining, this is a truly cared for example. In quite simply as-new condition.

There's 24 high resolution pictures here, take a look and see how mint condition this car is with unmarked alloy wheels and Recaro seat shells.

Immaculate Renaultsport Megane 225 Cup & Lux Packs

2011-03-22T05:10:00.000-07:00

What an immaculate Renaultsport Megane 225 2.0 Turbo with both Cup Chassis and Luxury Packs available in Arundel, West Sussex. Only one owner from new, a Feb 2012 MOT and Full Renault Service History. Low mileage having covered only 26000 miles. The former keeper a Renaultsport enthusiast who has cherished the car from day one.

The Cup Chassis offers slightly lower springs and firmer dampers and also has Red Brembo Brake Calipers and Anthracite Coloured Alloy Wheels. The mirror covers on Cup Chassis cars are also painted Anthracite. The Lux Pack comprises Full Leather Renaultsport sports seats and interior as well as Keyless Go key card.

There are more pictures and further information here.

Stunning Focus RS Lux Pack 2

2011-03-21T11:22:00.000-07:00

This total spec 2009 Ford Focus RS 2.5 Turbo 305PS Fast Ford is for sale in Arundel, West Sussex. Just one owner from new and Full Ford Service History it's covered just 14000 miles. The original front Continentals testimony to careful use over the last year. There's more information and plenty of photographs here.

This particular RS has a total array of Ford factory options including Lux Pack 2 which has Sat Nav and Reversing Camera, also included is Bluetooth Connectivity, a USB port and the fabulous RS Dynamica darker Half Leather and Alcantara Suede Recaro Seats. The car was Supagard paint and interior treated from new and has a set of mudflaps and RS Overmats for protection.

Finished in traditional Performance Blue Metallic, this is a great example of the model. Priced under £22000 it is currently the lowest priced top spec 59 plate RS Lux 2 available - Hurry!

BMW M3 Coupe SMG with Clubsport Styling

2011-03-21T06:09:00.000-07:00

This great looking and supercar fast BMW is for sale in West Sussex. It's a 2004 face-lift shape M3 Coupe with SMG Drivelogic sequential manual transmission in Titanium Silver Metallic with full black Nappa Leather electric seats and factory glass electric sunroof also has a very rare Clubsport styling pack. This comprises CSL style multi-spoke 19" alloy wheels and Clubsport dashboard and door lozenges. There is more information and pictures here.

Recent regular maintenance includes all-round brake discs and pads, four recent premium tyres, rear differential seals replaced during reconditioning along with rear suspension bushes. It also has a Full Service History and a great review from BMW Specialists Technosport in Staples Corner, London who carried out the recent maintenance.

Adding another dimension to ownership, the in car entertainment comprises of an Alpine CD Tuner coupled to a Genesis P300x multi channel amplifier, twin sub woofers with tweeters and high end cabling produces an auditorium experience when you decide not to listen to the soundtrack from the E46 M3 3.2 litre 333BHP 24 valve normally aspirated powerplant, which has to be one of the world's best engines.

The selling dealer offers very competitive finance subject to acceptance, a 3 month warranty on all cars and part exchange is possible.

Great Astra VXR Nurburgring

2010-12-15T09:20:00.000-08:00

Car of the week this week.... a superb 2008 (58 plate) Vauxhall Astra 2.0T 240BHP VXR Nurburgring Limited Edition. One enthusiast keeper from new and 31000m with FSH. The car is in excellent condition throughout. Even standard VXR are very quick but the Nurburgring models, which are all white with white alloy wheels, are fitted with a fabulous sounding and for extra power REMUS lightweight stainless steel exhaust from new. These weigh in at over £1000 alone plus fitting usually. The 'VXR Nbg' also has Ltd Edn plaque, carbon effect trims and black leather Recaros. The full info on this great priced car is here.

2010 Ultimate Green Focus RS

2010-12-14T06:45:00.001-08:00

This superb nearly new and very low mileage 2010 Ford Focus RS with Lux Pack 2 has just arrived. Finished in unmarked Ultimate Green Pearl the car looks absolutely stunning. Top of the range specification Lux Pack 2 includes full screen colour Sat Nav and Reversing Camera. This car also benefits from the upgrade RS Dynamica Leather and Anthracite Grey Alcantara Suede Recaro Seats which look more prestigious and compliment the car more than the standard green and grey offering. The car has travelled only 3400 miles. The car is very competitively priced against similar specification cars with three times the mileage.

Renaultsport Megane R26.R Titanium Exhaust

2010-12-13T23:46:00.000-08:00

The ultimate low mileage Renaultsport Megane R26.R is available here. Already acknowledged as a future classic and the World Record Holder of the fastest front wheel drive car to lap the Nurburgring Nordschleife Circuit in 8 minutes and 17 seconds. All the most popular modifications have been added to this Titanium Exhaust (£2250 option when new) equipped example. It's in the most historic colour, French Racing Blue and carries the number 26 numbered plaque. Specification includes: Armorfend Paint Protection, AP Racing Brake Upgrade incl. oversize, Grooved Front Discs and Performance Friction 01 Compound Racing Brake Pads. Goodridge Braided Brake Hoses and Dot 5.1 Brake Fluid. Enlarged Forge Intercooler, Forge Dump Valve, c/w RS Tuning Stage 2 BHP Upgrade with control box to revert to Stage 1 or Standard. Invoices from suppliers of parts. A perfect addition to a car collection.

This car punches way above it's lightweight category!

Truly Immaculate Impreza RB320

2010-12-12T01:30:00.000-08:00

The most immaculate and cared for low mileage 2007 Subaru Impreza RB320 Limited Edition is now in stock. This is the model that commemorates the achievements of former World Rally Champion Richard Burns that was produced in association with Prodrive. Only 320 were manufactured and originally retailed for around £36000. In fact the model sports £6000 of Prodrive upgrades over the standard STi model - already a fast and ultra reliable car. Full Subaru Service History and four recent new tyres. The condition, particularly the finish of the Obsidian Black bodywork has to be seen to be believed. It has the desirable upgrade RB320 branded Leather and Alcantara Suede Seats and Clarion DVD Sat Nav system. Offered at under twenty thousand pounds it is the most competitively priced car on sale to this specification. Beware resale on lesser spec cars without the seat upgrade. This cannot be retro fitted and is essential spec should you wish to sell in the future. However, this car may be a keeper. The RB320 sits at the pinnacle of Impreza models alongside the legendary 22B.

SEAT Leon Cupra R 225

2010-03-08T11:00:00.001-08:00

SEAT Leon Cupra R 225
Originally uploaded by Steve Coulter Performance Cars

Fanatically owned Leon Cupra R 225. The most sought after Platinum Grey Metallic. FSH with every receipt in binder with car. Detailed twice yearly. OZ Superleggera Alloy Wheels and Brembo / AP 330mm Brake Upgrade. Full details are here.

R26.R With Titanium Exhaust

2010-03-08T01:46:00.000-08:00

This Renaultsport Megane 230 F1 Team R26.R has just arrived and is in superb condition. Factory Roll Cage, optional Black Alloys and £2250 of Titanium Exhaust System. New Michelin Pilot Exaltos, front and rear discs and pads. Benefits from a front end wrap incl. carbon bonnet. Full details are here, must be seen, heard and driven to fully appreciate!

British Classic Cars at Goodwood

2010-03-07T12:35:00.000-08:00

Some of the Brits at today's Breakfast Club. Perfect weather!

Goodwood Breakfast Club (Pre-'73 Classics)

2010-03-07T10:52:00.000-08:00

A few pics from today's run over to the first Goodwood Breakfast Club of 2010. Gave me a chance to stretch the legs on the R26.R :) Hello to the chap in the yellow Lotus Elise who appreciated the gap I pulled on him hehe. Some of these are obviously post'73!

Rare Lunar Grey R26.R Only 19 RHD

2009-11-06T08:49:00.000-08:00

Just arrived! This stunning Renaultsport Megane 230 F1 Team R26.R in i-d Lunar Grey Pearlescent, one of only 19 RHD cars in existence. Iconic, Renault launch colour scheme with Red Alloys. This particular example also has an upgrade K-Tec Racing lightweight stainless steel exhaust system, improving gas flow and saving a further 8.2 Kgs over and above the 123Kgs saved by the model over the Megane R26.

A truly cared for, mint condition example, Renaultsport Dieppe number 42 with only 1350 miles from new. Fitted with uber grippy semi-slick Toyo Proxes 888 tyres and signature red roll cage. A T26RRR number plate completes the package.

Perfect for trackdays and Nurburgring trips. Indeed, this model holds the record as the fastest front wheel drive car to lap the famous Nordschleife circuit in 8 minutes 17 seconds. All R26.R have this lap time graphic on tinted perspex rear side windows. Thirty pictures of the actual car may be found here. We are the leading independent used Renaultsport dealer in the UK and welcome enquiries from Europe and Eire.

Selling a Cared For Performance Car?

2009-04-21T09:40:00.000-07:00

The buyers at allvehicles [dot] co [dot] uk are looking for cared for performance hatchbacks with full service history and pay top prices for the very best cars. Collection can be arranged, with secure payment by bank draft. If you are selling a cared for car, for whatever reason, then it would be worth checking the details here and getting in touch. Very good buyers of all Honda Type-R, Renaultsport, JDM Honda, Ford ST and Rs models, SEAT Cupra R and Lotus Exige.

What An F1 Team Stunner

2009-04-20T12:37:00.000-07:00

Plenty of pictures attached of this stunning Liquid Yellow Renault Megane Renaultsport 230 R26 F1 Team, which also has Xenon lights option as well as full F1 Team decals. The Liquid yellow was a £1500 option from the factory when new, and always commands a superb resale as the years pass by. Pictures and details are here. Of course they are also very quick and superb handling with upgraded Cup Chassis settings and Limited Slip Differential fitted. An outstanding value for money performance car. A future classic.

Stunning 2004 Porsche 911 (996) Carrera 2 Coupe

2009-01-27T09:42:00.001-08:00

This superb condition 2004 Porsche 911 (996) Carrera 2 Coupe 3.6 with six speed manual transmission is for sale here. Finished in Atlas Grey Metallic with complimentary Dark Anthracite leather. Further options include Porsche Stability Management - PSM, BOSE CD Tuner Surround Sound, Porsche Xenon Litronic headlights, it also has the detailed small aluminium pack for the gearlever and hand brake, far better contrasting with the black centre console.

I've driven this for some miles and it's in beautiful condition and drives superbly. It has the touch, smell and feel of a luxury car and is some forty thousand pounds less than when new. A real bargain way into Porsche ownership.

More good news, it's low mileage for the year, only had two owners since new, and has a full Official Porsche Dealer service history. It's also just passed it's pre-sale inspection and New MOT with flying colours. Think about buying a Porsche 911, if you make a list of what's important this car ticks all the boxes.

Now valeted and tucked inside our showroom. It's fabulous.

Road Burning JDM Nissan Skyline 350GT

2008-10-13T08:22:00.001-07:00

Just arrived, this fabulous 2003 Nissan Skyline 350 GT Premium Pack model in Silver. Smooth power delivery with a powerful 280BHP V6 24 Valve engine linked with an automatic tiptronic gearbox. This one has the Premium Pack fitted which adds full leather and Alcantara suede interior, high powered BOSE multi CD Tuner and rear privacy glass. Comprehensive pictures of this great value GT are here. The fabulous VQ35DE V6 24V engine which is fitted in this model is annually voted into World's Top Ten engines.

Oh Lord Won't You Buy Me

2008-08-30T01:20:00.000-07:00

The valet and photography has been completed on the Mercedes-Benz SLK 230 Special Edition described earlier in the weblog. Wheels fully refurbished and now a really stunning car in immaculate condition throughout. The pictures are here and also on the Flickr account now.

Ultra Low Mileage JDM Nissan 350Z Roadster

2008-08-22T09:59:00.000-07:00

For a 2003 car this Nissan 350Z Roadster has really low mileage and enhanced specification with the full black leather interior and BOSE sound upgrade. Full details of this six thousand mile convertible are here. I doubt there's another one available with so few miles travelled.

Special Edition SLK

2008-08-07T09:07:00.000-07:00

I have just bought into stock a lovely specification Mercedes-Benz SLK 230 Kompressor Automatic Tiptronic in Aluminium Silver metallic. It's the so called 'Special Edition' or otherwise 'Final Edition' model which adds the 17" Evolution alloy wheels and full Black Nappa leather interior as well as lovely brushed aluminium dashboard inserts with silver and white dials. This is being collected and I would expect it would be prepared ready for sale by the end of next week. A lovely looking car that was just under thirty thousand pounds when new. As you would expect, it has a full Mercedes-Benz service history and long MOT until next June. It's competitively priced at just under fourteen thousand pounds. More info will be here soon.

Choose Your Weapon

2008-07-25T05:20:00.001-07:00

For those of you interested and who periodically e-mail me, I have recently priced a number of great performance cars that may be coming my way soon. These include a 2007 Renaultsport Megane R26 230 F1 Team in Ultra Black, with full leather Recaros and Luxury Pack fitted. A lovely 2007 Ford Focus ST3 5 door model in Black which includes full black leather interior. This is the highest specification of the ST models and the intention is for the price to be ultra competitive. Finally, a lovely 2004 Nissan 350Z GT in Orange Metallic. A low mileage example, remember that the GT pack includes, Bose HiFi (this car also has an i-Pod dock) Rays Alloys, Brembo Brakes and full leather upholstery. A cared for six speed manual car that should be available under sixteen thousand pounds.

Outstanding Cooper S 200BHP

2008-07-24T08:40:00.000-07:00

This is a great looking MINI Cooper S Chilli with 200BHP John Cooper Works and AC Schnitzer components fitted.

Affordable Honda S2000

2008-04-18T06:53:00.000-07:00

With 240BHP on tap from one of the world's finest engines, this 2003 Honda S2000 Roadster represents outstanding value for money. It's a Rev.2 version with the slimmer spoked alloy wheels and hard perspex heated rear window fitted. Full Honda service history and two nearly new Bridgestone tyres fitted. Just had a new timing chain tensioner, a two hundred and fifty pound repair that eradicates the 'standard' S2000 ticking on idle problem. So, ready to go! Real Sunday morning top down performance screamer, with these revving to an amazing 9000rpm! Full details and specification is here.

Owners Club Civic Type R

2008-04-15T09:40:00.000-07:00

Just arrived, this fabulous Honda Civic Type R (facelift model) in Satin Silver Metallic. A 2003 car with low mileage having only covered 27500 miles. Three Honda dealer stamps in the service book with a long MOT. This car which previously belonged to a Honda Civic Owners Club member has some great upgrades including: expensive Kosei Polished 17" Alloy Wheels, a Clifford Thatcham Category One Alarm Immobilser and an Alpine CD Tuner with removable fascia and i-Pod connector. Here's a picture and more details are available here. Hurry!

Flickr Up & Running

2008-03-06T09:31:00.001-08:00

I've added a Flickr account to the site to show an archive of typical cars supplied in the last few months. Mainly specialising in Renaultsport, Honda Type R models, Ford Focus RS and MINI Cooper S John Cooper Works cars. Some of the cars supplied on a broker basis, Jaguar, Aston Martin etc will also appear.

Feel free to run the slideshow!

Rare Mini John Cooper Sport

2008-01-12T05:13:00.000-08:00

This lovely Mini Cooper 'John Cooper Sport' Limited Edition is nearly ready to go. In Tahiti Blue with Silver Metallic roof it's the one with the lovely knurled aluminium dashboard and full two-tone leather seats, wider Cooper Works wheel arches and wide Minilite Alloys. These were the last made before John Cooper Works became more involved in the development of the new BMW MINI. More details are here.

Stunning JDM Honda Civic Type R FD2

2008-01-06T10:40:00.000-08:00

My new Championship White Japanese Domestic Market (JDM) Honda Civic Type R FD2 is en-route, probably in the region of the Suez Canal! and due in later this month. This will be one of the first fifty or so available in the UK so whoever buys it is guaranteed exclusivity.

This model is a faster and better handling version of the car sold in the UK and effectively replaces the Honda Integra DC5 Type R as the Japanese market performance Honda weapon of choice. Differentiated from the UK car by only being available as a four door saloon car it also has a Limited Slip Differential to put the power down more accurately, more BHP at 225 and utilises sophisticated fly by wire technology between throttle and engine to improve response. It also has a far more rigid bodyshell than it's UK counterpart with independent rear suspension.

Faster then the Honda NSX Supercar on a circuit, it's already gaining cult status with numerous videos appearing on YouTube already.

2007 Honda Civic FD2 Type R Saloon in Championship White

Money Saving Jaguar XK Convertible

2008-01-05T08:36:00.000-08:00

Asked by a client to locate a nearly new Jaguar XK 4.2 Convertible with plenty of factory options and found this. An unmarked 2006 model car in Salsa Red Metallic that was £74700 new and available to buy at around the £52000 mark landed on my clients drive. Fitted with 20" Jaguar Senta alloys, Satellite Navigation, Aluminium Dashboard finish and Cream Leather. Just 12000 miles from new so it hasn't been standing - it's a perfect buy with £22000 off the new price. If you are also too busy to find that perfect specification car drop me a line by clicking here and we can initiate a search for you.

2006 Jaguar XK 4.2 Convertible in Salsa Red Metallic

BMW M3 Wanted By Enthusiastic Buyer!

2008-01-04T09:30:00.000-08:00

Here's a link to a buyer of BMW M3 Coupe or Convertibles. Comprehensive details of cars required and pros and cons of selling privately.

Cars required between 2003 and 2005 up to 45000 miles with manual or SMG gearboxes. 19" Alloys and factory Communications Pack with DVD Sat Nav prefered but all cars considered with a reasonable number of owners, full BMW service history and 1200 mile running in service completed.

2005 Renault Clio 182 Trophy Wins Evo Magazine Award

2007-12-31T08:27:00.000-08:00

As the winner of Evo Magazine's 2005 'People's Performance Car Of the Year' award, the Renault Clio Renaultsport 182 Trophy is a car that straddles the usable day to day and performance and trackday car gap. Based on the final Cup edition of the powerful Clio 182 model, a batch of the last 550 cars (500 for the UK and 50 with left hand drive for the Swiss market) were painted a signature colour of Capsicum Red, numbered out of 500 (or 50 LHD) with a special plaque and fitted with the following factory upgrades to bring them up to Trophy specification: Sachs Race Engineering adjustable dampers with remote reservoir, enhanced Clio V6 255 Rear Spoiler with shorter struts, Recaro Trendline Alcantara faced front seats and anthracite grey coloured Speedline Turini 16" diameter lightweight alloy wheels to further improve the unsprung weight on each corner. This combination of subtle chassis modifications, lighter unsprung weight and more supportive front seats transforms the 182 from a capable performance car into what is to date the most lauded hot hatchback ever made by owners and magazine testers alike. Professional racing drivers I have chatted with who have owned and run them describe the Clio Trophy as having the best turn-in characteristic of any road car in this price range and far above.

Based on the 182 Cup model, the car comes well equiped with standard CD Tuner, Air Conditioning, ABS Brakes and Traction Control, which may be switched off - ideal for trackday use. The Cruise Control has a speed limiter function, useful in the pitlane! The Cup model also has standard fit Michelin Pilot Exalto tyres which are best kept like for like at replacement time to maintain the factory chassis ride and handling setup.

Unsurprisingly, second hand values of this model have remained very firm with low mileage 2005 examples changing hands at over 75% of their price new, completely rewriting the Renault depreciation rule book. Since only 500 RHD were produced and I suspect only 480 remain (with a number written off by over enthusiastic owners) with one or two in the hands of the manufacturer or track day businesses, the future potential of this ultimate road/track day car remains positive.

The UK's leading supplier of properly prepared Clio 182 Trophy models is Steve Coulter, whose stock can be found here.

Addendum. Surfing the Internet, the Clio Trophy has a following amongst the Japanese performance car afficionados, but they seem to import the LHD models that become available in Europe - when they, like the UK are RHD. Strange but true!

Photograph of Renaultsport Clio 182 Trophy Copyright Steve Coulter New Media

The Lotus Elise 111R For Real Driver's Car!

2007-12-30T13:49:00.000-08:00

This low mileage Lotus Elise S2 111R with the Toyota 2 litre 192PS engine and six speed gearbox is a great upgrade for anyone with an earlier model S1 Elise. Zero to 60 comes up in just 4.8 seconds. By fitting the ultra reliable and powerful Toyota engine, Lotus have eradicated the Achilles Heel of the S1 and early S2 models, the unreliable Rover K Series engine which requires far more maintenance and is prone to valve and cylinder head gasket faults. Supplied to the former Lotus enthusiast by franchised dealer Lipscombe Lotus in Kent, more details of the specification can be found here. The S2 model has a number of other improvements including Bilstein dampers and not least the narrower and lower sills making entry and exit far easier!

Part exchange your S1 Elise or any other performance car by visiting the contact page on the website for a no obligation valuation. This car comes complete with a new MOT and full 12 months comprehensive Motorplan Warranty.

In summary, the S2 Elise continues the Colin Chapman ethos of performance allied to light weight, this car has to be driven at between 6000 and 8000 rpm to be really appreciated, when you are concentrating more on driving the car than the fast approaching redline.

Photograph of Lotus Elise S2 111R. Copyright Steve Coulter New Media

New Weblog

2007-12-30T10:36:00.000-08:00

My new weblog to post details of interesting cars offered, road tests, pictures and useful technical information.