Budget: £5,000
Purchase Price: £3,600
Final Cost: £4,385
Selling Price: £6,200
Profit/Loss: +£1,815
Work Completed: Replaced cambelt, exhaust manifold, and shock absorbers. Fixed leaky aftermarket sunroof. Water-damaged beige leather interior replaced with second-hand tan interior. Engine service done.
Notes: Car had failed its MOT due to faulty exhaust and rear suspension prior to purchase. Restored car brought to the Lotus test track. Sold for export to Gibraltar.