>>Heck you could get that for like 25k easy.
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>Yes, in US, it would cost a little bit less. Also, that series started in 1989 so going down a few more years would make the cost much more affordable.

If you're able to work on these types of vehicles yerself...
http://cgi.ebay.com/ebaymotors/1989-Lotus-Esprit-Turbo-SE-w-Extras-Great-project-car_W0QQitemZ110017399207QQihZ001QQcategoryZ116482QQssPageNameZWDVWQQrdZ1QQcmdZViewItem