1982
Lotus
Excel
The Lotus Excel is distinguished by its lightweight construction and exceptional handling characteristics, typical of Lotus engineering. Its use of Toyota-sourced components provided a blend of British sports car dynami...
1982–1992
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The Lotus Excel was a sports car produced by Lotus Cars from 1982 to 1992. It was a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive coupe that shared many components with the Lotus Eclat and Elite. The Excel was known for its balanced handling and lightweight construction, featuring a fiberglass body and a steel backbone chassis.
The Lotus Excel is distinguished by its lightweight construction and exceptional handling characteristics, typical of Lotus engineering.
History
The Lotus Excel was developed as an evolution of the earlier Lotus Eclat, with improvements in both design and performance. It was introduced in 1982 and benefited from a partnership with Toyota, which supplied components such as the gearbox and differential. The Excel was positioned as a more refined and practical sports car, offering a higher level of comfort and reliability compared to its predecessors. Throughout its production run, the Excel received various updates, including a more powerful engine and improved interior features, helping it maintain competitiveness in the sports car market.
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- 19885
- 19863
- 19872
- 19901
- 19841
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The Lotus Excel was a sports car produced by Lotus Cars from 1982 to 1992. It was a front-engine, rear-wheel-drive coupe that shared many components with the...
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