This Lotus Exige is a thrilling lightweight performance hero, in commemorative ‘GP Edition’ configuration. It is powered by a supercharged 3.5-litre V6, delivering 320kW to the rear wheels through a six-speed manual transmission. This Exige is one of just five GP Edition cars delivered to Australia, as is signified by its dashboard-mounted plaque. All five ‘GP Edition’ Exiges delivered to Australia were finished in the famous John Player Special colour scheme shared with the Formula One cars of the 1970s and 1980s. The bodywork is finished in Motorsport Black with a metallic gold fleck and gold trim highlights, and the cabin is trimmed in black Alcantara with gold stitching, embroidery, and seat harness surrounds. It rides on a set of satin black 17-inch front and 18-inch rear multi-spoke alloy wheels, housing black AP Racing callipers and shod with Michelin Pilot Sport Cup 2 tyres. Equipment includes reversing sensors, switchable driving modes, air conditioning, a Sony stereo, multi-stage traction control, and cruise control. Accompanying the sale is the owner’s book pack, toolkit, and fire extinguisher. Please refer to the photo gallery to assess exterior and interior condition. The most recent roadworthiness inspection was reportedly conducted in January 2022, resulting in a clean pass. The car was last serviced in November 2022 at 1,291 kilometres, which included replacing the engine oil and filter. This Lotus Exige is a remarkably rare example of the British firm’s immersive and focused driver’s car, and is one of just five GP Edition cars released in Australia. Finished in an evocative black and gold colour combination to celebrate the John Player Special-liveried race cars of the 1970s and 1980s, this low-mileage example would make a fantastic addition to a collection of motorsport-inspired machinery as well as a crowd-pleasing entrant at any car show or event. The description of this consignment is, to the best of the seller’s knowledge, accurate and not misleading. Collecting Cars requests a range of detail about the lot from the seller and performs a level of due diligence. However, potential buyers must independently satisfy themselves as to the accuracy of the description. Potential buyers should view or arrange inspections as well as conduct any research they feel is necessary before committing to bid or buy. Please note that it is not uncommon for classic or collectible vehicles to have received cosmetic repairs in the past, either to rectify damage or refresh appearance, and this work may be undetectable even upon visual inspection. Unless there is an explicit statement by the seller to the contrary, please assume that any vehicle could have had bodywork or paintwork during its life. Furthermore, photographs may not reflect the true colour or full condition of the vehicle. It is a bidder’s responsibility to satisfy themselves of the colour and condition of a vehicle, including its interior and the existence of any remedial bodywork or paintwork, before committing to bid or buy. This includes by raising enquiries with the seller in the comments section. For vehicles, unless otherwise stated, potential buyers should also assume that any cherished registration may be retained by the seller. Please see our Terms and Conditions for full details. This vehicle’s VIN has been checked against the Australian Personal Property Securities Register, and there is no security interest or other registration kind logged against the serial number. This vehicle has been checked through the Austroads NEVDIS system, and there are no markers under the written-off or stolen databases.