1977 Lotus Esprit by: Tomica
SPECIFICATIONS First Produced: 1978 Exterior: black Interior: black Manufacturer: Tomica Features: 'World Champion' version Scale: 1:64 Produced in: Japan Collector Number/Name: #F24, Lotus Esprit Original Price 1978: na Value 1998: loose, n/mint: $7.00
DESCRIPTION Lotus has always been popular in Japan and Tomica has produced several. The Esprit was a popular 1970's sports car that has remained with us into the 1990's. This first generation Esprit featured a four cylinder engine and five-speed gearbox from the Citroen SM. This Esprit is in the Lotus F1 colors of black and gold and celebrates the F1 world Championship. Many other paint colors were produced.