Classic Team Lotus

Team Lotus Type 87

Schemed as a conventional car in the first half of 1980 with Type 88 running gear inside the Type 87 body. Was resurrected after Type 88 political problems and ran in both Essex and John Player Special liveries. 1981 to 1982.

(Initially cars No. 1, 2 & 3 had I.D. numbers 1, 2 & 3, then their I.D. numbers were changed to 2, 3 & 4, in keeping with the production numbers of the composite monocoques used for their construction.) 

Type No. I.D. Title Status
87 1 2 sold Works
  2 3 sold Works
  3 4 sold Works
  4 5 TL Works

 

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Legendary Team Lotus Aerodynamicicst Peter Wright dies
Legendary Team Lotus Aerodynamicicst Peter Wright dies

Classic Team Lotus is deeply saddened to learn of the passing of former Lotus aerodynamicist Peter Wright who played a fundamental role in bringing the Lotus innovation of Ground Effects into Formula ...

47GT-71 stars on HLR display at Classic Motor Show
47GT-71 stars on HLR display at Classic Motor Show

Classic Team Lotus were pleased to be able to display 47GT-71 at the NEC Classic Motor Show. The car which has recently completed a full restoration by CTL was the star of the Historic Lotus Register ...

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