My Lotus Esprit
Lotus Esprit V8 Twin Turbo (Yellow w/black leather w/yellow piping)

Engine
Type: Twin-Turbo V8
Displacement: 3500 cc
Horsepower: 350 bhp @ 6500 rpm
Torque: 295 lb-ft @ 4250 rpm
Redline: 7000 rpm

Performance
0-60 mph: 4.4 sec
0-100 mph: 10.5 sec
Quarter Mile: 13 sec @ 112 mph
Skidpad: .93g
Top Speed: 175 mph
Braking, 60-0 mph: 125 ft
Slalom Speed: 68.3 mph

Misc
Miles Per Gallon: 12/20 mpg
Curb Weight: 2968 lbs
Layout: Mid-Engine/RWD
Transmission: 5-Speed Manual

Well, here's my toy!

Incredible performance, and a real looker. It requires a lot of attention to drive, considering it has a heavy clutch and only 2 inches' of ground clearance at the front. But it was what I wanted: a true exotic sports car.

In terms of modifications, it's pretty much stock. I have the sport exhaust, and the Lotus 350 sport springs and shocks (which lower the car from the standard Esprit).

There are performance chips that will bring the peak HP up to 500+ hp, which the engine is easily capable of producing. However, there's usually a reason why manufacturers choose a particular setup, and in this case it's because the transmission is an old design and it wouldn't be able to tolerate the increased power. My Lotus mechanic always says "Stay stock...stay happy". I don't always agree that philosophy, but since he charges $100/hour for repairs, maybe I should listen to him.