This year marks the official 50th anniversary of the Lotus Esprit. That’s despite the production version of the Giugiaro-penned wedge appearing in 1974 but not actually going on sale until 1976. Blame ...

Due to the expertise Lotus has in building featherweight frames, the Esprit will be able to reach an estimated top speed of 180 mph and no doubt spring to 60 mph in the four-second range.

Now this is a rumor. According to the crafty crew at Inside Line, Lotus is set to release details on its planned resurrection of the long-dead Esprit at this year's Paris Motor Show. Even better?