The LOTUS ESPRIT (1995-03) 2DR COUPE 3.5 V8 SPORT 350 is a rare British sports coupe designed for thrilling drives rather than family duties. In the UK market it sits among collectible performance cars, offering an exotic alternative to Porsche and Ferrari rivals, with unmistakable Lotus styling and a V8. mycarcheck.com records 45 look-ups covering 11 different VINs, so this is a small sample, not a full picture of all cars. Those checks show an average recorded mileage of 49,000 and annual use of 1,000 miles, suggesting many examples are driven sparingly; average previous keepers is about 5.3 per car. The average private-sale figure is £6,000, an eye-catching result for this specialist model, but treat it cautiously: condition and history matter greatly. The Sport 350 is best for enthusiasts wanting a weekend car, not low-cost commuting. Compared with mainstream coupes, it feels rarer and more focused, rewarding checks before purchase.