Encor Series 1 Is A Restomod Lotus Espirit

This is a ground-up reinterpretation that respects the original Espirit and is engineered for road the ahead, with every surface, structure and system rethought through uncompromising modern craftsmanship. The  Encor Series 1 is a remastered version of the iconic Lotus Esprit S1, built by the British engineering company Encor Design.

Encor Design is a start-up company composed of a team with extensive experience in high-end and niche vehicle manufacturing, with alumni from prestigious brands such as Lotus, Aston Martin (Q by Aston Martin), Pagani, Koenigsegg, and Porsche. The Encor Series 1.

The cabin of the  Encor Series 1, a modern “restomod” of the classic Lotus Esprit, was designed by a team led by Daniel Durrant, the former lead designer on the Lotus Emira.

The original Lotus Esprit S1, which the Encor is based on, was designed by the renowned Italian automobile designer Giorgetto Giugiaro in the 1970s. Encor’s design approach is a “respectful enhancement” or “remastering” of Giugiaro’s iconic wedge shape, bringing it up to modern standards using contemporary materials and technology.

A respectful continuation of an automotive icon. Carbon fibre bodywork, twin-turbo V8 power, manual transmission and hydraulic steering which is all engineered with restraint and intent.

Limited to just 50 bespoke commissions this is very disappointing as a car like this must and should be produced in higher numbers.

The Encor Series 1 powertrain is a heavily rebuilt and upgraded 3.5-liter twin-turbo V8 engine (Type 918) from a later Lotus Esprit V8, producing around 400bhp, paired with a Quaife-enhanced 5-speed manual gearbox, limited-slip diff, and twin-plate clutch, delivering modern performance with classic Lotus spirit.

Key Components & Upgrades:

Engine: Lotus Type 918 3.5L Twin-Turbo V8, rebuilt with forged pistons, upgraded injectors, new turbos, modern fuel/cooling, and electronic throttle.

Power Output: Approximately 400 bhp and 474 Nm of torque.

Transmission: Original 5-speed manual, re-engineered by Quaife for enhanced durability and precision, featuring a helical limited-slip differential (LSD) and a twin-plate clutch.

Performance: Acceleration from 0-100km/h in about 4.0 seconds, with a top speed near 280 km/h.

Chassis Integration: The powertrain is integrated into a restomodded Esprit chassis, retaining its identity while modernizing components like suspension (Sport 350 spec) and brakes (AP Racing).