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Lotus Excel

1984 – 1991

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The Lotus Excel (Type 89) is a sports car crafted by the renowned British automaker Lotus Cars spanning from 1982 to 1992. Rooted in the design elements of its predecessor, the Lotus Eclat, which in turn drew inspiration from the Lotus Type 75 Elite, the Excel symbolizes a lineage of excellence in automotive engineering. During its production era, Toyota collaborated with Lotus, seeking their expertise in engineering endeavors, notably for the development of the Supra. This partnership led to Toyota acquiring a substantial stake in Lotus, a move that was eventually unwound following the acquisition of Lotus by General Motors. The collaboration between Lotus and Toyota went beyond mere financial ties, extending to a technical exchange whereby numerous key Toyota mechanical components