jfitz981 13 Posted August 14, 2009 Report Share Posted August 14, 2009 I got mine 6 years ago at 26 yo. Almost had to sell for grad school but picked up an extra job to be able to keep the payment...now paid off...it is mine forver! Quote Link to post Share on other sites
oneshot 151 Posted August 15, 2009 Report Share Posted August 15, 2009 Bought my first Esprit (the Sport 350) when I was 44. Quote Dave - 2000 Sport 350 Link to post Share on other sites
Paul Coleman 469 Posted August 15, 2009 Report Share Posted August 15, 2009 I first saw the Esprit in 'that film' in 1977 when I was 15 so I guess that puts me in the old fart category (it now takes me all night to do what I used to do all night). I've owned it for 2.5 years and never driven it once as it's being sloooowly restored. Paul. Quote Lotus Esprit [meaning] a 1:1 scale Airfix kit with a propensity to catch fire Link to post Share on other sites
esprits4de 2 Posted August 15, 2009 Report Share Posted August 15, 2009 ..got mine at 28, been happy the past 11 years.....now that seems to be a good while for owning an Esprit.. many part much quicker. Quote Olaf S400 project www.esprits4.de __________________________________ Link to post Share on other sites
lotusvette 1 Posted August 17, 2009 Report Share Posted August 17, 2009 hi, you need to be 20 to buy one ,but 40s +, to find the money to fix em, steve Quote Link to post Share on other sites
abrussich 0 Posted August 17, 2009 Report Share Posted August 17, 2009 Purchased my 89 turbo in 92. Now, after replacing the front radiator, oil cooler, A/c condensor and undertray assembly during a killer Houston heat wave with a touch of humidity added for effect......... Age 102. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Iconic Ride 267 Posted August 17, 2009 Report Share Posted August 17, 2009 Geeze, Al. I wouldn't have taken you to be a day over 98! (And I won't be impressed about the temps in Houston until I hear you've installed A/C in the 211 .....Austin ain't no cakewalk these days either, dude. ) Quote Being second is to be the first of the ones who lose. Link to post Share on other sites
gospeedv8 15 Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 hmmm, interesting posts in here V8 @ 33 and still with me Elite @ 34, and also still with me Turbo Esprit @ 34, sold to a friend Lotus 7 @ 35, destroyed by a truck the first Elan @ 36, sadly sold (it was a big mistake to sell that wonderfull car) the first Elise @ 36 and still in my garage the second Elise @ 36, sold (that was some f**king bad car) both Esprit SE's @ 37 and all are here the first Lotus Racecar @ 37, and very lucky with it Now i am 38 and have just realized that i haven't bought a car for some time, eh ... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
ajheath 100 Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 Bought my GT3 when 41, now just turned 46 and a grandad. Feel 11 on the inside, and had a train set for my birthday. Quote Link to post Share on other sites
flowersrj 0 Posted August 20, 2009 Report Share Posted August 20, 2009 (edited) Because it's the Cadillac of Lotus... Edited August 20, 2009 by Rich Quote Link to post Share on other sites
stevem 2 Posted August 21, 2009 Report Share Posted August 21, 2009 I woke up after having my afternoon nap yesterday and my missus and daughter woke me up with a birthday cake and a copy of 'Top Gear' magazine. 'Happy Birthday Daddy' was the first thing I heard, 'aren't you old daddy, mummy says you're 48 today'. In my defence I had been up and since 3am so I needed a quick power nap, but I had no idea it was my birthday - so yes I am officially an old fart and loving every minute of it. ( Oh, and when I was at school minute was spelt minuit - that's progress for you ! ) Quote Too many Toys are never enough ! Link to post Share on other sites
lowpass5 1 Posted August 23, 2009 Report Share Posted August 23, 2009 THIS IS PAINFUL> Bought Lotus Cortina in High School with blown engine for $40. Bought Lotus Europa in College (Renault) for $150 in need of complete renovation my Sr year in college. Bought the Esprit 2 years ago needing - not too much, regular maintenance. Not too hard to figure out what I am.... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
socal450 0 Posted August 24, 2009 Report Share Posted August 24, 2009 I was 35 when I bought my 90SE,37 now and it is sold.Realistically,will probably never be able to buy another.Harley rider/marriage coming/kids... Quote Link to post Share on other sites
Rick Edwards 20 Posted August 24, 2009 Report Share Posted August 24, 2009 Never say never!! Quote Twitter @radioRedwards Link to post Share on other sites
MKE40 0 Posted August 25, 2009 Report Share Posted August 25, 2009 Was driving a Climax Elite at 24 an S2 Elan at 27 then Whoops !.... Daughter Melissa arrived. Next Lotus late nineties , now its an S350 in a Lotus career spanning 45 years, so I guess that makes me THE old fart ! Anyone fancy relieving me of the title ?? Mike Quote "Neglect not thy opportunities" Martock ,Somerset. 1661 Link to post Share on other sites
ramjet 1,080 Posted August 26, 2009 Report Share Posted August 26, 2009 Just turned 47 in August. Bought the '95 S4 when I was 46. My first Lotus and I doubt I will ever get rid of it. Pick up birthday present of personalised plates tomorrow ESPR1T S4. Will post a pic once I have them on the car and the car back on the road. Quote All we know is that when they stop making this, we will be properly, properly sad.Jeremy Clarkson on the Esprit. Opinions are like armpits. Everyone has them, some just stink more than others. Link to post Share on other sites
DanR 69 Posted August 26, 2009 Report Share Posted August 26, 2009 Are you still off with the brake switch problem? Quote DanR Link to post Share on other sites
wmf_ESPRITv8 0 Posted August 27, 2009 Report Share Posted August 27, 2009 I'm 25... Most people can't even get into these cars. How do the old guys do it? Quote Link to post Share on other sites
mayevora 1,143 Posted August 28, 2009 Report Share Posted August 28, 2009 (edited) How do the old guys do it? I assume you are just thinking of the owners in their 80's Will? Edited August 28, 2009 by mayesprit Quote Always do sober what you said you'd do drunk - that will teach us to keep mouth shut! Link to post Share on other sites
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