Had a Esprit V8 a few years ago, good car but lot's of issues. Had the exile for 6 years now and the things bulletproof, considering all the mods. I beat the hell out of the thing and it comes back for more. So different to drive both..
If your in the market for a Lotus, it can be driven every day..I put 45,000 on mine and its a blast…change your life and how you look at cars, but you have to squeeze yourself in it first.
That's awesome that you had an Esprit V8, that was definitely in my top 5 dream car list when I was a little kid. Got any pics of it still floating around?
One of these days I'd love to own a Lotus. Every Lotus owner I've ever talked with has told me that they're absolutely amazing to drive.