This 1984 Lotus Excel is a narrow‑body early‑production example equipped with the Lotus 912 2.2‑litre inline‑four paired with a Toyota‑sourced W58 5‑speed manual gearbox. The early Excel models (1983–1984) used Toyota Celica/Supra drivetrain components, including the gearbox, differential, driveshafts, brakes and 14-inch alloy wheels.

According to the seller, this car is number 183 of 251 units produced for the 1984 model year. It is reported to be accident‑free and has been regularly serviced since 2007 while remaining in a private collection. The vehicle is registered in the EU (currently Poland) and has been used only occasionally. It features a composite body, aluminium backbone chassis and the 912 engine with twin Dellorto carburettors. The engine and interior are claimed to have been refurbished in 2007-2008, after the which the car has covered around 11,000 miles.