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Technology2h 24m ago

One of only 340 Lotus 340Rs ever produced, a right-hand drive, U.K.-market model, sold for $78,750 this week after being imported stateside.

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Who
Lotus 340R
What
One of only 340 Lotus 340Rs ever produced, a right-hand drive, U.K.-market model, sold for $78,750 this week after being imported stateside.
When
Sat, 13 Jun 2026 16:08:25 GMT · 2h 24m ago
Where
U.S. ·
Why
The Lotus 340R is a rare and unique track-focused car with no doors, windows, or roof, emphasizing light weight and driving experience.
The Frontline Impact

How this affects you

This sale highlights the continuing high value and rarity of specialized performance vehicles from the early 2000s, particularly those with limited production numbers and unique designs like the Lotus 340R, for collectors and enthusiasts.

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  1. Currently Reading2h 24m ago
    One of only 340 Lotus 340Rs ever produced, a right-hand drive, U.K.-market model, sold for $78,750 this week after being imported stateside.
  2. Technology2h 24m ago
    A Lotus 340R, number 131 of 340 produced, recently imported to the U.S. from the U.K., sold for $78,750 this week.
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  3. Technology2h 24m ago
    One of the 340R models, recently imported stateside, sold for $78,750 this week.
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  4. Technology2h 24m ago
    One of the 340R models, recently imported stateside, sold for $78,750 this week.
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  5. Technology2h 24m ago
    One of only 340 Lotus 340R cars, number 131, was recently imported stateside and sold for $78,750 this week.
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