[{"id": 14701370, "authorName": "Whoafiveoh", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/whoafiveoh/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow. A lot of phenomenal esprit\u2019s lately.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1718288544, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14701371, "authorName": "Whoafiveoh", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/whoafiveoh/", "bidAmount": 33333, "content": "$33,333 bid placed by Whoafiveoh", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718288551, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14701383, "authorName": "elijahcole92", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/elijahcole92/", "bidAmount": 35000, "content": "$35,000 bid placed by elijahcole92", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718288616, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14701395, "authorName": "lotus4s", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lotus4s/", "bidAmount": 40000, "content": "$40,000 bid placed by lotus4s", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718288696, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14701407, "authorName": "Whoafiveoh", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/whoafiveoh/", "bidAmount": 45678, "content": "$45,678 bid placed by Whoafiveoh", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718288801, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14701539, "authorName": "1lotus1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1lotus1/", "bidAmount": 53333, "content": "$53,333 bid placed by 1lotus1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718289771, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14701610, "authorName": "MitchB", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mitchb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This one is gorgeous \ud83e\udd29\n\nWhat a color!", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1718290371, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14701712, "authorName": "arpieb", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/arpieb/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@MitchB totally agree, always love the blue or green over tan combo, esp on British cars. Looks like the bidders do, too... :)", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1718291166, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14702096, "authorName": "TJP_77", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tjp_77/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "You almost never see them this nice. Beautiful.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1718293994, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14703516, "authorName": "BrianBIN", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brianbin/", "bidAmount": 55555, "content": "$55,555 bid placed by BrianBIN", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718300511, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14704113, "authorName": "Handsofstone", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/handsofstone/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have and have had....let's say a few cars. I found my 1998 Lotus Esprit V8 on Craigslist.....sitting in a storage lot....not in a garage....out in the open with a blue tarp on it. That was 2015 and I still really like it. Rarest car probably I will ever own and really not that hard to work on. Great community and I can say this one looks just so nice. Love the tufted seats and the piping. This looks like a great one to own. No Luck Needed on this auction!!!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718302392, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14704208, "authorName": "JaguarMGBGT", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jaguarmgbgt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I've wanted a Lotus Esprit since the 1980's. The Final Edition cars are my favorite. Thanks for the photo of the pedal box. I have to wear bedroom slippers to drive some cars and it looks like this might be one of those cars. Just call me bigfoot. ;-)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718302686, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14704671, "authorName": "McGyver23", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mcgyver23/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What I find interesting is that it passed the California emissions test yet the cats. do not look like the factory ones. And supposedly there are no approved replacements. I've been told they inspect under the vehicle. Perhaps they didn't know the difference. Good thing !", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718304136, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14708955, "authorName": "MohrImports (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mohrimports/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Good afternoon from Monterey!\r\n\r\nWe appreciate you being here for our stellar \u201904 Lotus Esprit V8 Final Edition auction, exclusively on @BAT!\r\n\r\nAs we move through 7-day auction, we\u2019ll be answering questions as they come up in the comment section and will answer each individually and directed at the @BAT member who inquired.\r\n\r\nCouple of things!\r\n\r\n\u2013 If you\u2019d like to reach us directly to discuss the car, including ownership history, use the CONTACT SELLER feature to send us a direct message.\r\n\r\n\u2013 To receive a Pre-Purchase Inspection, message us privately! We do expect a request for inspection to be done during the 7-day auction period and not post-sale, so don\u2019t hesitate to reach out and get in touch with recommended shops in our area.\r\n\r\n\u2013 To get updates throughout the week, hit the WATCH button in the upper right-hand corner to receive them directly to your inbox. We\u2019ll be daily posting additional photos, videos and info as they are requested or made available.\r\n\r\n\u2013 Yes, shipping assistance and quotes are available, as well as post-auction storage if needed. Don\u2019t hesitate to ask for options and availability.\r\n\r\nWe recommend you look through the photo gallery fully for the overall condition and complete representation of this car.\r\n\r\nMore to share, thanks!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718317122, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14709829, "authorName": "ozymandias", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ozymandias/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Here are some notes I have on this car from several years ago:\r\n\r\n20040708\r\n35 miles, 'used' from ebay seller palmbeachmotorcars in West Palm Beach, FL. front diffuser appears to be missing in pics. $70,000, 0 bids, reserve not yet met.\r\n\r\n20040714\r\n$70,000, 1 bid, reserve not yet met.\r\n\r\n20080407\r\n6670 miles, used from ebay seller diamondmotorworks in chicago, il. $37,600, 7 bids, reserve not yet met. buy it now of $62,800.\r\n\r\n20080509\r\n6800 miles, $1, 1 bid, reserve not yet met. buy it now of $61,800.\r\n\r\n20080513\r\n$32,100, 6 bids, reserve not yet met. buy it now of $61,800.\r\n\r\n20160721\r\n27,423 miles, used from ebay seller bobgssy in spring, tx. buy it now of $55,000\r\n\r\n\r\nAs noted in my original comment about the car back when I saw it for sale in July of 2004, it is still missing the lower front diffuser according to pictures above. This isn't terribly surprising as with the diffuser in place, ground clearance is literally about 2 inches under the front making for certain challenges when driving and parking. You can see the black rubber piece I'm talking about in this picture of another 2004: https://bringatrailer.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/2004_lotus_esprit_lotusesprit-106-97420.jpg?fit=940%2C626", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1718326656, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14710247, "authorName": "BluScorpio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bluscorpio/", "bidAmount": 57000, "content": "$57,000 bid placed by BluScorpio", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718331529, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14711220, "authorName": "A.Nigri", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/a.nigri/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "its all about presentation, very similar car was NRM a few weeks ago,this one is a beauty", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1718367723, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14711957, "authorName": "Wheretheroadends", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/wheretheroadends/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Good morning! Lucky enough to have owned the first (1997) and last year (designated 2003.5 for CA) of these V8s. To clarify, this is a \"non US\" import?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718374976, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14712264, "authorName": "Metubajohn", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/metubajohn/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "While it may not have the same cache as the Italian brands, this is and always will be one of the more beautiful and timeless silhouettes to enter the exotic market. While I understand that's subjective, I feel the same way about it's beauty in my 50's as I did in my 20's. It's like women, there's a Spyker, Noble, TVR, Lamborghini, Ferrari or Detomaso out there that does the same thing for others, but be careful about trading up for a newer, sexier model, they can be more expensive AND require more maintenance.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1718377270, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14719186, "authorName": "MohrImports (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mohrimports/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It's Friday! Time for a drive...\n\nAttached is a driving video we shot, showing the car inside the cabin and from the exterior. We shoot these on a sweet stretch of road in the Monterey Skyline Forrest. It's a great representation of the car and how it responds on the road. These turbos really sing! \n\nAlso worthy of note, there is a noticeable clunk on the rear over bumps. We believe this is body noise and common with the Esprit. We did have the car inspected and aligned after the driving video was taken, which did make some difference. Invoice for that will be posted next, alignment already in the gallery (images 269-275). \n\nPlease inquire for further details, or comment below.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1718406893, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14719949, "authorName": "neth", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/neth/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Regarding the knock, think I recall forum discussions about a wood board in the firewall loosening over time yielding a similar sound\u2026. Fix was pretty simple.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718416562, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14720806, "authorName": "Porschehaulic", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/porschehaulic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice video, but that clunk would drive m crazy.\ud83d\ude35\u200d\ud83d\udcab", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1718450399, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14720839, "authorName": "A.Nigri", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/a.nigri/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Is this a non US car ? Pls clarify thank you", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1718451069, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14723319, "authorName": "Esprit4Me", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/esprit4me/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@A.Nigri all Final Editions are US models. Those designated as \u201803.5 models have CA emissions and the \u201804 designations are Federal emissions.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1718472822, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14735154, "authorName": "michaelmotorcar", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/michaelmotorcar/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I personally own a final edition and all I have to say is this car is going to go up like a real estate. Glwta", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718585020, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14738299, "authorName": "MohrImports (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mohrimports/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Attached is the invoice referenced in our prior comment. \r\n\r\nWith 3 days left in the auction, there is still time to contact us and have the car inspected. This can be done in-person, by a third party shop of your choice or via FaceTime with our staff.\r\n\r\nUse the Contact Seller feature to reach us directly - thanks!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1718643474, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14742538, "authorName": "McGyver23", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mcgyver23/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I think you are looking in all the wrong places for the noise.\r\nTry the plywood bulkhead between the passenger and engine compartment.\r\nThat is notorious for making 'bumping\" sounds.\r\nThe bolts that hold it in place have sleeves that need to be shortened so the bolts squeeze the plywood tighter and prevent it from moving around.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1718656099, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14744701, "authorName": "JaguarMGBGT", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jaguarmgbgt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I've heard that there is an upgrade for the Renault gearbox in these Esprit's. Has this one received the upgrades?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718668043, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14746015, "authorName": "Esprit4Me", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/esprit4me/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@JaguarMGBGT if one is to keep the engine at stockish output, the UN1-27 in the V8\u2019s has proven to be more than capable and reliable. Should the owner look to take power past the low 400\u2019s and torque into the mid-300\u2019s, then an Emco or GT40 Performance shaft and synchro upgrade is advised. Many have performed this upgrade and the UN1 is quite straightforward to remove/upgrade/reinstall.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1718687080, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14746665, "authorName": "A.Nigri", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/a.nigri/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@seller would it be possible to get a short walk around video outdoors?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1718715312, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14746762, "authorName": "MohrImports (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mohrimports/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@A.Nigri - Already in the gallery!\r\n\r\nClick this link to check out our detailed walked around video, taking in our outdoor staging and inspection area. \r\n\r\nhttps://youtu.be/NHfonEYdnzQ", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1718716309, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14747361, "authorName": "lawdog185", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lawdog185/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful V8 FE here...pretty rare color/combo, and kudos to seller for quality presentation and quality preparation for sale. This deserves to do well.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1718721445, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14756317, "authorName": "2faster", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/2faster/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "agree with the nice color combo for sure.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1718766887, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14756518, "authorName": "Dadster", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dadster/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@michaelmotorcar - does/did your car ever have this clunk that is mentioned?\r\nIf any other owners had the clunk I would be interested to hear more.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718771616, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14756539, "authorName": "Dadster", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dadster/", "bidAmount": 59000, "content": "$59,000 bid placed by Dadster", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718772193, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14756941, "authorName": "A.Nigri", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/a.nigri/", "bidAmount": 60000, "content": "$60,000 bid placed by A.Nigri", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718795539, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14759395, "authorName": "MohrImports (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mohrimports/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "We had a private message regarding the major service that was just performed prior this car being listed here on @BAT.\r\n\r\nYES, the correct blue timing belts were used! Attached are a couple of photos we took during this service. You can see the records of this in the gallery, photo #264. \r\n\r\nQuestions? Let us know!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1718817108, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14759792, "authorName": "ozymandias", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ozymandias/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Dadster I have had 4 Esprit V8s (2000, 2002, 2004, and then again a 2004). The last one I got here off of BaT a bit over a year ago.\r\n\r\nAll of them over time developed the \"clunk\" from the bulkhead. There is a description of how to get rid of the noise on lotusespritworld.com, but that site is having issues right now for some reason.\r\n\r\nIt is mentioned several other places though. See\r\n\r\nhttps://www.lotustalk.com/threads/2002-esprit-v8-creaking-and-clonking-noises-coming-from-engine-bulkhead.535221/\r\n\r\nand\r\n\r\nhttps://www.ferrarichat.com/forum/threads/lotus-esprit-v8-bulkhead-plywood-noise.583876/\r\n\r\nfor example. The fix is pretty straightforward. There isn't any sort of structural problem -- just some bolt sleeves need to be shortened slightly to prevent some wood in the bulkhead from shifting back and forth.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1718818272, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14760932, "authorName": "ozymandias", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ozymandias/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Dadster Here's the link to the fix: http://www.lotusespritworld.com/EGuides/EModifications/BulkheadPlate.html", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1718821420, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14761547, "authorName": "Jdoblado", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jdoblado/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Dadster I also have a V8 Esprit. I also had the clunking noise, and just tightened the bulkhead bolts. I did not remove the sleeves. Problem solved", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1718823265, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14762783, "authorName": "Dadster", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dadster/", "bidAmount": 62000, "content": "$62,000 bid placed by Dadster", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718827310, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14763375, "authorName": "docrob", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/docrob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I owned the 4th to last 2004 FE Esprit to roll off the assembly line. I had that clunk from the bulkhead too. The looks of the Esprit will never get old in my opinion. I miss the sound of the flat plane V8, especially when rev matching on a downshift in a tunnel.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1718829171, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14764715, "authorName": "buybid22", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/buybid22/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful Colors 95-100ish waiting to happen GL!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1718833335, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14765457, "authorName": "MohrImports (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mohrimports/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great knowledge, thanks for the @BAT community for chiming in on the repair. \r\n\r\nWith one day left its a good time to revisit all of the videos already in the gallery:\r\n\r\nDetailed Walk Around:\r\nhttps://youtu.be/NHfonEYdnzQ\r\n\r\nOperations:\r\nhttps://youtu.be/sOKZr5JIHs8\r\n\r\nDriving:\r\nhttps://youtu.be/ubcuSe7U0BI\r\n\r\nQuestions? Let us know in the comments section below!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718839809, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14766362, "authorName": "BluScorpio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bluscorpio/", "bidAmount": 63000, "content": "$63,000 bid placed by BluScorpio", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718850228, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14766793, "authorName": "diamondmotorworks", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/diamondmotorworks/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Very cool that this used to be our car! :) What does the \"Non USA\" part mean on the title? Thanks!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718859735, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14766794, "authorName": "diamondmotorworks", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/diamondmotorworks/", "bidAmount": 63500, "content": "$63,500 bid placed by diamondmotorworks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718859874, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14767314, "authorName": "Scott_S", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/scott_s/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I didn't realize that they made these all the way to 2004! If someone asked I would have guessed mid-90s the Esprit was done. V8 sounds great and the color combo on this is spectacular.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718886144, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14767477, "authorName": "A.Nigri", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/a.nigri/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "couple last minute questions- regarding the small scratches and swirl marks, have you done a color correction yet on it? Regarding the keys, I see a regular key and a small one, can you explain , is there 1 key or 2? will you fix the bulkhead clunk prior to shipping to the new owner? Thank you!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1718888058, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14767737, "authorName": "SLOW_E36", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/slow_e36/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is such a pretty car- glad to finally see them go up in value. People will regret not grabbing these (of any generation).", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1718891102, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14768033, "authorName": "TenPoundBurrito", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tenpoundburrito/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is an amazing-looking example. I love the color combination, and the brightness of the interior really perks it up.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718893872, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14768208, "authorName": "PinskPanther", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pinskpanther/", "bidAmount": 69500, "content": "$69,500 bid placed by PinskPanther", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718895155, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14768452, "authorName": "Dadster", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dadster/", "bidAmount": 72000, "content": "$72,000 bid placed by Dadster", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718896828, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14768860, "authorName": "MohrImports (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mohrimports/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@A.Nigri - A color correction has not been done as far as we know. As far as the key, we have one key and the immobilizer. Car is selling as-is today, thanks.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718899832, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14768876, "authorName": "VolvoguyKC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/volvoguykc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "These were beautiful then and they're beautiful now. What a timeless design. GLWA", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718899941, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14768975, "authorName": "MohrImports (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mohrimports/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "As we wind down into the final hour of this '04 Lotus Esprit V8 Final Edition auction, we always want to mention a couple of helpful housecleaning items before we reach the end:\r\n\r\n1. Make sure to refresh your web browser prior to the end of the auction. Wouldn\u2019t want you to be off of the auction clock timer. We have seen this happen with heavy web traffic and bids right at the end. The clock resets for every bid under 2 mins, so no need to wait to bid!\r\n\r\n2. We are happy to assist with worldwide shipping, so bid with confidence that we will get the car to you safely. You can message us directly for a quote or use the BAT shipping calculator.\r\n\r\n3. This is a RESERVE auction, but we are looking for its next custodian today.\r\n\r\n4. We will be monitoring the comment section and our emails for the remainder of the auction, so don\u2019t hesitate to reach out.\r\n\r\n5. Is your credit card up to date in your profile? BAT won\u2019t let you bid if it isn\u2019t.\r\n\r\nThank you all and good luck!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718900507, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14769042, "authorName": "BluScorpio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bluscorpio/", "bidAmount": 75000, "content": "$75,000 bid placed by BluScorpio", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718900932, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14769214, "authorName": "MohrImports (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mohrimports/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Also worth mentioning! We feel it\u2019s very important that each car has a strong history file \u2013 not just for this auction, but for all future owners.\r\n\r\nEvery car offered by us will receive a USB drive with all of the photos, documents and videos taken by us. We feel a @BAT auction is a great addition to its history and should always stay with the car.\r\n\r\nHere are some of our favorites!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1718902025, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14769291, "authorName": "mifydnu", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mifydnu/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice car. I had a 2000 Azure Blue over Magnolia. I remember the magnolia being much \"whiter\" than pictured here? But it's been a while (since I had the car and since I was born so could be a memory thing for either of those reasons). That big dash was always problematic; leather stretched over a series of concave curves. I clearly recall every drive being pretty fun though. Someone is going to have a good day today! Good luck!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1718902378, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14770230, "authorName": "billyblyth", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/billyblyth/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mifydnu\r\n\r\nI think the tint from the sunroof glass is darkening the color of the leather. Check out the pics where direct sunlight is falling on the seats. Looks much lighter.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1718905785, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14770234, "authorName": "A.Nigri", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/a.nigri/", "bidAmount": 75500, "content": "$75,500 bid placed by A.Nigri", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718905797, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770248, "authorName": "Down_Shift", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/down_shift/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Pretty engine. Pretty car.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718905847, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14770280, "authorName": "diamondmotorworks", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/diamondmotorworks/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Any update on the non USA part on title? I also asked earlier. Thanks", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718905940, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14770286, "authorName": "rbagator", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rbagator/", "bidAmount": 76000, "content": "$76,000 bid placed by rbagator", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718905964, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770290, "authorName": "BluScorpio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bluscorpio/", "bidAmount": 76500, "content": "$76,500 bid placed by BluScorpio", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718905974, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770294, "authorName": "A.Nigri", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/a.nigri/", "bidAmount": 77000, "content": "$77,000 bid placed by A.Nigri", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718905986, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770296, "authorName": "BluScorpio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bluscorpio/", "bidAmount": 77500, "content": "$77,500 bid placed by BluScorpio", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718905997, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770297, "authorName": "Jensen", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jensen/", "bidAmount": 78000, "content": "$78,000 bid placed by Jensen", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906002, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770298, "authorName": "A.Nigri", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/a.nigri/", "bidAmount": 80000, "content": "$80,000 bid placed by A.Nigri", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906010, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770308, "authorName": "JohnJ_", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/johnj_/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I am the original owner of the FE Esprit made right before this one. Mine is Magnolia & the interior is much lighter- closer to parchment. Could be the warm lighting making it look more yellow.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1718906034, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14770312, "authorName": "CarCaveSRQ", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carcavesrq/", "bidAmount": 81000, "content": "$81,000 bid placed by CarCaveSRQ", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906043, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770320, "authorName": "A.Nigri", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/a.nigri/", "bidAmount": 82000, "content": "$82,000 bid placed by A.Nigri", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906053, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770327, "authorName": "BluScorpio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bluscorpio/", "bidAmount": 82500, "content": "$82,500 bid placed by BluScorpio", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906086, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770331, "authorName": "A.Nigri", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/a.nigri/", "bidAmount": 85000, "content": "$85,000 bid placed by A.Nigri", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906094, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770337, "authorName": "BluScorpio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bluscorpio/", "bidAmount": 85500, "content": "$85,500 bid placed by BluScorpio", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906106, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770339, "authorName": "Dr_D", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dr_d/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "As a teenager in 2003, I rode along in a 2002 Exprit V8 that had been sitting on a lot for a while. That ride left an indelible mark on me. The speed and agility (and slightly cramped foot box) amazed teenage me. The dealership employee chirped the cold tires at each gear shift to 4th. Amazing car that will surely continue to rise in value!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906115, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14770340, "authorName": "A.Nigri", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/a.nigri/", "bidAmount": 87000, "content": "$87,000 bid placed by A.Nigri", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906116, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770346, "authorName": "MohrImports (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mohrimports/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@diamondmotorworks - As mentioned before by a BAT member, all final editions are US models. Not sure why it says Non US on the title, but the car is clearly registered in California with a current smog.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906127, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14770345, "authorName": "BluScorpio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bluscorpio/", "bidAmount": 87500, "content": "$87,500 bid placed by BluScorpio", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906127, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770351, "authorName": "CarCaveSRQ", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/carcavesrq/", "bidAmount": 90000, "content": "$90,000 bid placed by CarCaveSRQ", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906144, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770357, "authorName": "A.Nigri", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/a.nigri/", "bidAmount": 91000, "content": "$91,000 bid placed by A.Nigri", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906153, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770367, "authorName": "BluScorpio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bluscorpio/", "bidAmount": 91500, "content": "$91,500 bid placed by BluScorpio", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906165, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770373, "authorName": "1600veloce", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1600veloce/", "bidAmount": 94500, "content": "$94,500 bid placed by 1600veloce", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906178, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770379, "authorName": "A.Nigri", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/a.nigri/", "bidAmount": 99000, "content": "$99,000 bid placed by A.Nigri", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906191, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770381, "authorName": "BluScorpio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bluscorpio/", "bidAmount": 99500, "content": "$99,500 bid placed by BluScorpio", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906204, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770384, "authorName": "A.Nigri", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/a.nigri/", "bidAmount": 100000, "content": "$100,000 bid placed by A.Nigri", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906222, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770392, "authorName": "BluScorpio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bluscorpio/", "bidAmount": 101000, "content": "$101,000 bid placed by BluScorpio", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906242, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770398, "authorName": "1600veloce", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1600veloce/", "bidAmount": 102117, "content": "$102,117 bid placed by 1600veloce", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906268, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770405, "authorName": "BluScorpio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bluscorpio/", "bidAmount": 103118, "content": "$103,118 bid placed by BluScorpio", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906289, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770421, "authorName": "1600veloce", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1600veloce/", "bidAmount": 105119, "content": "$105,119 bid placed by 1600veloce", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906325, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770427, "authorName": "BluScorpio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bluscorpio/", "bidAmount": 107000, "content": "$107,000 bid placed by BluScorpio", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906339, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770437, "authorName": "billyblyth", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/billyblyth/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Find a nicer one!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1718906359, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14770455, "authorName": "1600veloce", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/1600veloce/", "bidAmount": 108105, "content": "$108,105 bid placed by 1600veloce", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906410, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770462, "authorName": "JohnJ_", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/johnj_/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Not all FEs came to the US; according to factory records, which I haven\u2019t reviewed for some time, I believe 6 went to Japan. Does \u2018t answer the non-US question, but a few did ship elsewhere.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1718906421, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14770463, "authorName": "BluScorpio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bluscorpio/", "bidAmount": 109500, "content": "$109,500 bid placed by BluScorpio", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906422, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770484, "authorName": "A.Nigri", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/a.nigri/", "bidAmount": 110500, "content": "$110,500 bid placed by A.Nigri", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906485, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770490, "authorName": "BluScorpio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bluscorpio/", "bidAmount": 111500, "content": "$111,500 bid placed by BluScorpio", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906498, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770480, "authorName": "05FordGT", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/05fordgt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is fun to watch! My dream Esprit V8!! \ud83d\udc4f\ud83d\udc4f", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1718906508, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14770502, "authorName": "63falcon260", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/63falcon260/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@BluScorpio might change his name to BluEsprit.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1718906546, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14770508, "authorName": "BluScorpio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bluscorpio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I don\u2019t think so", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1718906567, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14770515, "authorName": "A.Nigri", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/a.nigri/", "bidAmount": 112500, "content": "$112,500 bid placed by A.Nigri", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906586, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770519, "authorName": "BluScorpio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bluscorpio/", "bidAmount": 113888, "content": "$113,888 bid placed by BluScorpio", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906599, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770527, "authorName": "A.Nigri", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/a.nigri/", "bidAmount": 115000, "content": "$115,000 bid placed by A.Nigri", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906627, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770530, "authorName": "BluScorpio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bluscorpio/", "bidAmount": 116000, "content": "$116,000 bid placed by BluScorpio", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906639, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770537, "authorName": "leadingedge", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/leadingedge/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This may be my favorite spec. It\u2019s a beauty.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1718906719, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14770556, "authorName": "A.Nigri", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/a.nigri/", "bidAmount": 117000, "content": "$117,000 bid placed by A.Nigri", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906730, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770559, "authorName": "BluScorpio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bluscorpio/", "bidAmount": 118000, "content": "$118,000 bid placed by BluScorpio", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906739, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770563, "authorName": "A.Nigri", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/a.nigri/", "bidAmount": 119000, "content": "$119,000 bid placed by A.Nigri", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906753, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770566, "authorName": "BluScorpio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bluscorpio/", "bidAmount": 120000, "content": "$120,000 bid placed by BluScorpio", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906760, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770568, "authorName": "A.Nigri", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/a.nigri/", "bidAmount": 121000, "content": "$121,000 bid placed by A.Nigri", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906773, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770572, "authorName": "BluScorpio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bluscorpio/", "bidAmount": 122000, "content": "$122,000 bid placed by BluScorpio", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906784, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770586, "authorName": "3zebra36", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/3zebra36/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Might set a new record here... this certainly looks like the car to do it", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1718906830, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14770589, "authorName": "A.Nigri", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/a.nigri/", "bidAmount": 123000, "content": "$123,000 bid placed by A.Nigri", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906848, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770592, "authorName": "BluScorpio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bluscorpio/", "bidAmount": 124000, "content": "$124,000 bid placed by BluScorpio", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906857, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770596, "authorName": "pieter3d", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pieter3d/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Cars are always worth more when two people badly want it at the same time", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1718906860, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14770609, "authorName": "DennisCavallino", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/denniscavallino/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Not a fan of US models, but this one can get my approval. What a beauty, keep fighting for the win guys!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906910, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14770627, "authorName": "A.Nigri", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/a.nigri/", "bidAmount": 125000, "content": "$125,000 bid placed by A.Nigri", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906958, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770634, "authorName": "BluScorpio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bluscorpio/", "bidAmount": 126000, "content": "$126,000 bid placed by BluScorpio", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718906967, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770667, "authorName": "A.Nigri", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/a.nigri/", "bidAmount": 127000, "content": "$127,000 bid placed by A.Nigri", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718907066, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770672, "authorName": "BluScorpio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bluscorpio/", "bidAmount": 128000, "content": "$128,000 bid placed by BluScorpio", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718907075, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 14770684, "authorName": "A.Nigri", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/a.nigri/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "yours congrats", "likes": 15, "timestamp": 1718907112, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14770630, "authorName": "05FordGT", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/05fordgt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@3zebra26 The record was last june when a yellow 5K mile car did $220k. I remember that vividly. \ud83d\udc4d", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1718907130, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14770694, "authorName": "pieter3d", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pieter3d/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "\ud83e\udee1", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1718907141, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14770709, "authorName": "BluScorpio", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bluscorpio/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 6/20/24 for $128,000 to BluScorpio", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1718907196, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 14770711, "authorName": "IslandCapt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/islandcapt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Congratulations on a beautiful car.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1718907200, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14770717, "authorName": "MohrImports (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mohrimports/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow, great finish! That was for sure an exceptional result, thanks for all the bids!\r\n\r\nBUT congrats are in order! Round of applause for @BluScorpio...\r\n\r\nWe'll be in contact shortly to make arrangements - so happy for you!\r\n\r\nThanks to all the underbidders for their strong efforts - thank you guys...\r\n@A.Nigri @1600veloce\r\n\r\nThanks for joining us on our 40th Anniversary of Mohr Imports! Looking forward to sharing more of our history during our Monterey Car Week Sale - stay tuned for that!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1718907210, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14770720, "authorName": "RevSome", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/revsome/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@pieter3d Most succinct comment ever!", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1718907218, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14770729, "authorName": "rbagator", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rbagator/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow! Congrats! Stupidly thought it might stay under $100k.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1718907244, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14770730, "authorName": "upinthetrees", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/upinthetrees/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That was fun. Enjoy that Lotus.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1718907245, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14770758, "authorName": "3zebra36", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/3zebra36/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Wow, didn't see the 200k, I remember a 130+ and thought that was a great result! As a Final Edition owner for a few years now, I can say that these have been under-valued for too long. They are beautiful, fast, fun, and actually reliable! I test drive exotic cars for a restoration shop and I'll take my Esprit over any of the Ferraris or Lambos I've driven. Congrats BluScorpio! You will love this car!", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1718907337, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14772070, "authorName": "a1harix", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/a1harix/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Amazing result!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1718911071, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14772700, "authorName": "sirhankbob", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sirhankbob/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Stunning spec!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1718912938, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 14777440, "authorName": "Brittany1960", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/brittany1960/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "PLEASE...stop with this 'Market softening'' thing !! Superb result well deserved.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1718968501, "type": "comment"}]