# Lotus Elan +2S (Elan I) Market Intelligence

> Live inventory, active auctions, and real-time pricing analysis for the Lotus Elan +2S (Elan I).

### Overview
- **Make:** Lotus
- **Model:** Elan
- **Generation:** Elan I
- **Production Years:** 1968–1975
- **Canonical Market URL:** https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/lotus/elan/elan-i/2s
- **Data as of:** October 18, 2026 (latest listing update or sale; 2026-10-18T17:37:55.000Z)
- **Source Coverage:** Curated across Bring a Trailer, PCARMARKET, Cars & Bids, and vetted specialist dealers.

## Trailing 12-Month (TTM) Market Performance
- **Active Live Inventory:** 0 verified cars available
- **Active Live Auctions:** 0 live auctions with open bidding
- **12-Month Confirmed Benchmark Sales:** 4 completed transactions
- **12-Month Median Sold Price:** $30,000

## Factory Specifications
- **Vehicle Model:** Lotus Elan
- **Production Era:** 1962-1995
- **Total Volume:** ~17,390 units produced (~12,224 classic Elans, ~5,166 M100s)
- **Engine Architecture:** 1.5L-1.6L Lotus-Ford DOHC Twin Cam / 1.6L DOHC 16V Turbo Isuzu
- **Output Range:** 105 to 163 hp / 102 to 148 lb-ft
- **Chassis Construction:** Steel backbone chassis with fiberglass composite bodywork
- **Layout:** Front-engine, rear-wheel drive (1962-75) / Front-engine, front-wheel drive (1989-95)
- **Transmission:** 4-speed / 5-speed manual
- **Curb Weight:** 1,480 to 2,447 lbs

## Sales Ledger Preview
Showing the 4 most recent of 4 recorded sales (last 12 months).

| Date | Vehicle / Spec | Gearbox | Mileage | Sold Price | Marketplace |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 18, 2026 | +2S | Manual | 47,000 mi | $33,000 | Bring a Trailer |
| Oct 6, 2026 | +2S | Manual | 4,400 mi | $28,750 | Bring a Trailer |
| Sep 3, 2026 | +2S | Manual | 33,000 mi | $31,250 | Bring a Trailer |
| Mar 27, 2026 | +2S | Manual | 52,000 mi | $20,500 | Bring a Trailer |

## Market Memory (Last 12 Months)
- **Benchmark Sales:** 4 completed transactions
- **Earlier Sales on Record:** 1 since 2025
- **Interquartile Range (Middle 50%):** $26,688 – $31,688

| Calendar Year | Completed Sales | Median Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 4 | $30,000 |

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What is the current market price of a Lotus Elan +2S (Elan I)?

Based on 4 benchmark sales recorded over the trailing 12 months on GarageScout, the median sale price for the Lotus Elan +2S (Elan I) is $30,000.

### How many Lotus Elan +2S (Elan I) examples are currently for sale?

As of October 18, 2026, there are no verified Lotus Elan +2S (Elan I) examples actively listed across monitored specialist dealers or auctions. Enthusiasts can start a GarageScout Hunt to be alerted the moment a matching example hits the market.

### How many Lotus Elan +2S (Elan I) cars sold in the last 12 months?

GarageScout recorded 4 sales of the Lotus Elan +2S (Elan I) in the trailing 12 months, counting confirmed sales only. Restomods, gearbox conversions and sales priced like deposits or placeholders are left out.

### What does a Lotus Elan +2S (Elan I) sell for by model year?

Median sale prices over the trailing 12 months on GarageScout, for model years with 3 or more sales: 1971 $30,000 (4 sales).

### Where do Lotus Elan +2S (Elan I) cars sell?

Of the 4 sales GarageScout recorded in the trailing 12 months, 4 on Bring a Trailer.

### Where does GarageScout's Lotus Elan +2S (Elan I) market data come from?

GarageScout's Lotus Elan +2S (Elan I) figures come from the listings and sales it has recorded on Bring a Trailer. Repeat sales of one car matched by VIN count once, and a median sale price is stated only where 3 or more sales in the trailing 12 months back it.

## Related Markets

- **Generations:** [Elan I](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/lotus/elan/elan-i), [M100](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/lotus/elan/m100)
- **Elan I variants:** [Elan +2](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/lotus/elan/elan-i/2), [Elan +2S 130](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/lotus/elan/elan-i/2s-130), [Elan 1500](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/lotus/elan/elan-i/elan-1500), [Elan 1600](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/lotus/elan/elan-i/elan-1600), [Elan S2](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/lotus/elan/elan-i/elan-s2), [Elan S3](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/lotus/elan/elan-i/elan-s3), [Elan S3 Fixed Head Coupe](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/lotus/elan/elan-i/elan-s3-fixed-head-coupe), [Elan S4](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/lotus/elan/elan-i/elan-s4), [Elan Sprint](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/lotus/elan/elan-i/elan-sprint)
- **Model:** [All Lotus Elan markets](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/lotus/elan)
- **Make:** [All Lotus markets](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/lotus)

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*Data synthesized by GarageScout Market Intelligence. Preserving vehicle market memory across enthusiast auctions, specialist dealers, and private sales.*