There is, however, one major downfall to buying an old Lotus sports car. Toyota and Lotus only joined forces throughout the 2000s. Therefore, the first-generation Lotus Exige retains a Rover engine.

but think of the Emira as the end of the old guard — despite it being the best and most comprehensively modern sports car to ever buzz out of Hethel, England. Related: 2024 Lotus Emira ...

This fundamental flexibility enabled Lotus’ sports car platform to accommodate different body styles ... Although there are striking comparisons to be made with Lotuses of old (compared to the rough ...