This 1988 Isuzu Impulse (VIN JABBR07L3J7302795) isn’t a Turbo model, but does have Lotus-tuned suspension as identified by numerous green and gold factory Handling by Lotus badges–it also looks very well kept, even for a modest 101k claimed miles. These RWD Giugiaro coupes are pretty special, with a cabin that’s just as stylish as the exterior, decent handling and above-average build quality. Nice ones are now very difficult to find, and this 5-speed example seems like it could be a winner. Find it here at International Motorcars in New Alexandria, Pennsylvania for $7,350.

For 1988 bodywork received a minor refresh that included deletion of super-cool half pop-up headlight covers, smaller bumper caps, and redesigned lighting front and rear. Paint and bodywork on this one look pretty good for a three decade old driver, and a good compounding would probably only improve things. The factory wheels seen here might not be as cool as earlier “waffle irons,” but they appear to be in good condition with decent looking rubber all around.

Light gray cloth and darker hard plastics outfit the cabin, and apart from a few minor areas of wear and a missing ashtray, thing appear to have held up very well. The Impulse was offered with A/C, power accessories, cassette player, tilt wheel/instrument console, and a pop-up sunroof all as standard equipment, leaving an auto transmission as one of the only options available. The front seats were also highly adjustable, and the rear seatbacks could even adjust for rake. Twin control pods flanking the steering wheel are individually adjustable fore/aft. Just ahead of the very European looking 5-speed shifter is an aftermarket head unit with USB input.

The 2.3 liter 4ZD1 was also shared with the Rodeo and Trooper models, and produced 110 HP when new. No maintenance history or current running condition is mentioned in the ad, but photos look promising.

The Lotus-designed suspension consisted of reworked sway bars, dampers and bushings, stiffer shocks, and a corresponding change in spring rates. Anti-lock disc brakes were fitted at each corner, and overall handling was reportedly significantly improved on over earlier, non-Lotus-tuned models.