2000 Lotus Esprit V8 Twin Turbo Start Up, Exhaust, and In Depth Review
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Hello and welcome to Saabkyle04! TH-cam's largest collection of automotive variety! In today's video, we'll take an up close and personal, in depth look at the Lotus Esprit V8.
During this presentation, we will take a 1st person look at what the vehicle is all about beginning with the start up, performance data, fuel economy, the occasional track data, and build quality. Also, I will teach you how to use most of the interior and exterior features in a detailed fashion, that before, you could only get from going to a dealership yourself! Throughout the video, I will highlight key styling and unique differences about the vehicle, any available options, and of course it would not be an enthusiast car video without the good ole engine portion with rev and exhaust note with interior and exterior perspectives. A thorough tour/review of this car designed to give others a greater overall appreciation of the vehicle.
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I feel like modern supercars have completely lost their elegance and beauty. Now supercars just look "sick" but lack that special something. These old cars are just beautiful and just so raw feeling. Countach, diablo, esprit, nsx, etc. all those old cars just have such more meaning and thought behind them I feel like. To conclude this comment, Lamborghini has lost their shit. Props to Ferrari for not following Lamborghini's path of mass producing batmobiles.
***** That's true, the p1 is a beautiful car. Mclaren is doing fine, still i miss those wedge super cars
Dylan Bailey Lambo is owned by VW thats why Germans bastards wants to plant computers and controllers in every where at every selected function ..to gain ruining business later as supplying computers and controllers as they are coded and hard to duplicate ......i know the raw feeling that you talk about , no emission restricts far away from stability control , wheel limited slip , adaptive suspensions ...blablabla all 400% shit
I dunno - I remember when this generation of Esprit was new, and it felt a bit watered-down, compared to the original sharp-edged S1. They were better cars but the process of making supercars less extreme was well in train even in the late 1980s. I imagine they're also limited by a mass of safety legislation.
***** Murcielago SV is my favorite Lamborghini of all time; LP670-4 was the last Lambo flagship with the Original 60s era Lamborghini V12 and a six speed manual.
The Aventador LP700-4 was designed by Filippo Perini, an Italian, so I'm not entirely sure I get what you trying to say by adding Germany into this equation. VW Group provides cash and some interior, nothing more, to Lamborghini. I miss the rawness and naturalness of old though, the Aventador is a bit too classy for a Lambo.
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i didn't mean the outside design lines , i said German are always complicated type of people and thats why their industry are complicated however the lambo is italian but italian engineers still apply their prospective project cars proposal to the VW head department waiting for approval and this vw wont approve it if its way far than their vision of car industry - stability control , radars , night vision , distotronic adaptive suspension , variable individual torque , gesture commends , see this is a pure crap german always selling us .....did you get me now?
Although it's not a by word for reliability, it's such a beautiful and stunning car
+Gabe Halstead True for the V8s, the turbo 4 has been much more reliable. It's a peach.
+Gabe Halstead
Early V8´s (96~98) unreliable, late 99 V8 much better....
This cars Design has so much unique style and character...more than 100 new ugly overdesigned cars from nowadays. I would always prefer this classic!
Still not as pretty a Zonda CF12...
+Hakeem Mulholland I'd say it's prettier, but not as striking.
plus you don't feel like James Bond in a Zonda, you definitely would in a big lotus.
+Hakeem Mulholland yeah, but you can't buy a Zonda for $30k - this you can...
That interior still looks awesome. Timeless.
It has the unprecedented style. This is what the DMC Delorean always dreamed of becoming.
I've actually seen one of these on the road near Chicago, couldn't believe my eyes!
That exhaust note is simply beautiful.
My thoughts: This has be driven while listening to the Lotus Turbo Challenge 2 Amiga soundtrack!
I always wondered how much money Lotus invested into their works racing programs (F1 and sportscar racing) yet did seem to invest next to nothing into development of their roadcars. It was also very strange that the Lotus Esprit, which had the awesome looks of a 200 mph car, didn't even break the 186 mp/h/300 km/h barrier and had less horsepower than the Opel Omega Lotus (aka Lotus Carlton).
I guess the glove box had to give way to the passenger airbag, as was the case with nearly all cars developed without passenger airbags in mind but a long enough production run to still be in production when you needed to offer passenger airbags in order to stay competitive.
Listening to it in this video it starts to sound good from above 3500 rpm - I like it!
With a few modifications on the gearbox and only 100hp plus it runs 192 or 309km/h. Look at PUK lotus esprit racing.
Nice car. It is a shame we don't have cars like that nowadays.
I drove one white once, with a custom muffler. It's like 10x louder than the standard. Such monster.
Yes, Lotus were planning a successor to the Esprit in the early 2000's and the engine was used in the old Esprit as an interrim sollution. Some design studies were presented but Lotus didn't have the funds to make a new Esprit back then so the model died in 2002 (I think).
Like you said the bad Renault gearbox limited its potential.
For a car which still retained much of the original 70's Esprit it handled really well in the mid 90's.
The shape of the Esprit made it stand out. People loved it
Idk why people say this car is unreliable. It's been through all the terrains South America had to offer
You know how you see a lot of younger people on exotic car video comment sections saying "I will own this car"? Well, that was me in 1990 saying that about this model of car. I had a poster of a silver one on my wall for years. I never got a Lotus Esprit, or anything close to it, but the good news is that the older model Esprits are very affordable now so maybe one day my dream will come true. I'd rather have a '90 than a later model anyway, for nostalgic reasons.
Thank you so much for reviewing this truly classic European Exotic !
No tires were harmed in the making of this video. . .. unfortunately.
I love this car...and this is a great review. I have come close to buying one a couple of times and ended up with an Elise instead which I love. He hit the nail on the head with the Qs about the Renault transmission...that was the stumbling block for me. The engine is rock solid and can produce 500hp reliably, which is amazing in a 3000 pound car...but if the transmission is going to crap out, what's the point.
I've had six Lotus, including the two I have now. A 1965 Super Seven Cosworth 1500, ans an S4 Esprit. Lotus are fun. The Esprit is the old man version. My S4 is pretty stock but still goes pretty well. We ran errands all last week in it, and didn't use real cars at all. Its practical for going to the market etc. It has a trunk that holds stuff. The top roof panel comes off. The Esprit is pretty, comfortable, inexpensive, and difficult to work on. By a good one that has been used regularly. They suffer a lot from buyers who can afford to buy it, but then do not keep on top of the maintenance. A valve adjustment and cam belt change on my 4 cylinder may cost 2 to three thousand dollars, every 30 k miles. Oh well. Its fun.
Man, I love that engine sound
The ignition start up is always a cause for suspense because you don't know if it'll short out 😫
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The 3.5 V8 is Lotus Engineering unit from the get-go. History books say it was planned for some sort of sport sedan which was scrapped. Instead of wasting the engines already built, they shoved them into Esprits.
The engine's true throughput is roughly 500hp, but the Renault sourced gearbox craps out over 350hp, so the car makes 350hp. Pity; it could've destroyed 355s, NSXes and 911s in its days.
The S4 Twin Turbo is one of my all time personal favorites.
I fell in love with one many moons ago as a kid when a chap down the road bought one in purple with biscuit leather.
I still remember the number plate: JU1CE
thumbs up if top gear brought you here!
I prefer the older Esprit models where you can get that classy wood trim on the dashboard and doors.
The Turbo Guugiaro is the best looking elegant sexy and road rocket..
AE86 Taillights ;)
Wow! For a 451,923 mile sport vehicle, this baby still purrs like a kitten when started up! Excellent!!
Dude you better get to a gas station like NOW!
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This is what I tell him
I'm not a big fan of the make, but I think that many English people gonna be very glad watching this video. Thumb up for the Lotus V8.
G'day saabkyle04!,
First I'd like to say congrats on completing pharmacy school dude!
Next I'd like to say that I have been a viewer of yours for sometime now and love all your in depth reviews, they are some of the best in depth reviews concerning cars i have seen on youtube. They are very informative and pretty much cover everything about the car from top to bottom. I also find them very inspiring as I have a keen interest in cars and was thinking of starting my own channel about them....
i remember this car being one of my favorites to drive in gran turismo 2.
So called sports car? What makes a sports car? The Esprit is a legend.
I like the new camera and microphone. Congratulations on your graduation. That lotus was a bit hesitant on startup.
This and the XKE are tops for looks. Works of art and automotive design
Anytime I think of this particular lotus esprit, I think Nfs 2, test drive of 2002, test drive 6, gran turismo 2,3,4,5, and 6
Since it only has 350hp, a modern day Evora S will easily top it in speed, mileage, reliability, usability, comfort, etc.
But for some reason...I STILL WANT THIS CAR. I can't explain why though...
OMG! I am so happy! I wanted to ask you for so song for you to do this a Lotus Esprit review!!!! Thank you so much!!! My dream car! (The 1992 turbo SE but still love it!)
Big hug from Portugal
ничего не понимаю на английском, но чувак, ты делаешь очень крутые видео обзоры на автомобили.
I saw this one but in purple at Cars and Coffee. Totally worth the purchase if it were on sale!
YESS DR. LINDSAY YOUR BACK TO DO MORE VIDEOS CONGRATS AND CAN'T WAIT TO SEE YOUR NEW VIDEOS!!!! 😃
Hey Kyle! I just have a suggestion you've probably already heard by now, but it would be cool if you made an instagram! It would be great to show future cars that will be uploaded and we could see cars you see that you enjoy in your daily life! And also people could tag you in there own cars or cars they find interesting to share with you!
i just loooove pop up headlamps !!!!
Yes! Back In the day, if you had pop up headlamps you had prestige.
The lotus esprit V8 has good speakers and good exhaust note and it also has pop up headlights and it has a good sound.
one of my most favorite cars of all time.
Wow!! 220mph!! Monster!!
For all the good free publicity you gave the dealer, they could at least let you take for a spin...nice car, any opinions about what size person would feel comfortable in it? Keep it up.
Still my favourite, had an ‘98 for 5 yrs, now have a Jag. XKR (lot older now, so respect other things)!😎
I love lotus because.. lotus is the best handling car and it so light and beautiful
The only Lotus I really like
+Taylor Mordoch me also
kyle congract on your phaney school thanks for commecting back !!!!!!!!!!!! sorry about my spelling i am only in the 5th grade !!!!!!!!
This was an underrated car
Of having one the most liberalistic emission restrictions as well as being the reason we have the epa that doesn't allow us to have the other vehicles that are in Europe, Asia, and Australia. Yes you got me I am very jealous.
Peugeot knobs in the dash as well as some Opel parts over the cabin. Very nice car, timeless classic !
Typical car yard, hardly any fuel in the car (nearly empty), great for picking up shit off the bottom of the tank.............would have this car any day.
I think the Esprit might have influenced the design of the Lamorghini Diablo. Although it does look similar to the Countach as well
The key, lighter,side mirror controls,seat belts are from astra. The buttons on the console are from Peugoet 106.
Great to see you again doing wat you luv!!!!!!!!! Biggest fan luv wat you do ENJOYED the video... Keep it up!!!!
FINALLY my favourite Lotus on your channel! Thank you!
i think you meant was *what a nice looking British car and lovely sound
That thing is so sick... Glorious flip up lights oh yes
I love this car.
When i think of 90s Cheesy Super Cars. I think of the Espirt
Mercedes G-wagon in the background! I love this dealership too they always have awesome cars!
That twin turbo v8 sounds better then the 4 cylinder they used to use back in the day
Sick looking Lotus
l fell in love when the door opened
Thats my dream car, I would allways prefer this before getting a mercedes or a ferrari
Wish I have one just like that, even if it causes minor major problem. It’s Lotus. So. Got to live with that
Jesus Christ I want one now. Such a beautiful car!
Test drive unlimited is great game with most of your cars u reviewed
That cold start sounds amazing
Lotus V8 ... now we're talking .. thanks kyle :)
Gotta love an Esprit V8.
Can't wait until the 2014 esprit comes out
Yeah like that one too. Went past the Lotus dealer today and they had one. Subtle differences in the UK US models
always loved how this car looks so similar to the MR2
nice sound finally on a non 70s car
This car is beautiful.
I remember racing this car all built up in Sega Gt 2002!!!!!!!
Mirror control panel, the indicator stalk and ignition key from 90's Opels / Vauxhalls :)
That car is still one of the sexiest cars in the world.
One of my all time favorite cars, thanks for the video Kyle!
Easiest handling car in that game i remember, but man did I love the McLaren F1
Dear Saabkyle04,
Can u come to Singapore to do the In Depth Review of the all new Audi A3? That will be great! I bet Singapore Fans will love it! :)
God damn... I need this car!!!
Nice video really enjoyed i have always loved the esprit and i really love the interior of this car and exhaust is not bad either keep it up:)
It's good to see more uploads Kyle!
One of my dream cars.
I love this car! I have a red one.
What a beautiful car.
I've always loved this car's looks!!!
I grew up playing Need for Speed II and racing this car
I used to absolutely love this car. Excellent review.
I don't care what Colin Chapman says - this car DESERVED a V8 from the very beginning. The bulbous GM F-body airbag dates the interior.
Hence 20,000 people have watched it then? Good one.
I'm surprised that, in a detailed review, there's no mention of the fact that there's a fuel filler door on both sides. There are actually two fuel tanks -- one on either side of the engine bay -- and a pretty cool system that interconnects it all so you can fill both tanks from either side.
such a flawless example ofan amazing car!
Always loved the Esprit. The one thing killing it is the steering wheel. Which is understandable due to import regulations and whatnot. Still a beautiful automobile that holds its own.
i need a script filled dr.kyle :)
Thank GOD you did a lotus esprit!
best sound ever. fact.
Great video Kyle!
HELL YEAh, this car is timeless!!!