# Lotus Elan I Market Intelligence

> Live inventory, active auctions, and real-time pricing analysis for the Lotus Elan I.

### Overview
- **Make:** Lotus
- **Model:** Elan
- **Generation:** Elan I
- **Production Years:** 1962–1975
- **Canonical Market URL:** https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/lotus/elan/elan-i
- **Data as of:** October 20, 2026 (latest listing update or sale; 2026-10-20T07:00:37.942Z)
- **Source Coverage:** Curated across Bring a Trailer, PCARMARKET, Cars & Bids, and vetted specialist dealers.

## Trailing 12-Month (TTM) Market Performance
- **Active Live Inventory:** 2 verified cars available
- **Active Live Auctions:** 0 live auctions with open bidding
- **12-Month Confirmed Benchmark Sales:** 14 completed transactions (1 non-factory build excluded)
- **Current Live Asking Price Range:** $17,500 – $43,900

## 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

## Verified Live Inventory
- **1972 Lotus Elan** (1972) | Asking: $17,500 | 32,935 mi | manual | Venue: Hemmings Classifieds | Location: Elyria, Ohio | [View Listing](https://www.garagescout.ai/listings/1972-lotus-elan-2s-130-7f4c64c6)
- **1967 Lotus Elan** (1967) | Asking: $43,900 | Mileage N/A | manual | Venue: Hemmings Classifieds | Location: Vero Beach, Florida | [View Listing](https://www.garagescout.ai/listings/1967-lotus-elan-b15c4ae9)

## Sales Ledger Preview
Showing the 5 most recent of 16 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 5, 2026 | S2 | Manual | 54,000 mi | $17,001 | Bring a Trailer |
| Sep 3, 2026 | +2S | Manual | 33,000 mi | $31,250 | Bring a Trailer |
| Aug 11, 2026 | S4 | Manual | 8,000 mi | $33,000 | Bring a Trailer |

## 12-Month Median Sold Price by Variant
| Variant | Sales | Median Price |
|---|---|---|
| S4 | 5 | $33,000 |
| +2S | 4 | $30,000 |
| S2 | 2 | — |
| +2 | 1 | — |

## Market Memory (Last 12 Months)
- **Benchmark Sales:** 14 completed transactions (2 non-factory builds excluded)
- **Earlier Sales on Record:** 29 since 2023

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What is the current market price of a Lotus Elan I?

Price depends on the variant. Median sale prices over the trailing 12 months on GarageScout: Elan S4 $33,000; Elan +2S $30,000. Current verified live asking prices range from $17,500 to $43,900.

### How many Lotus Elan I examples are currently for sale?

As of October 20, 2026, there are 2 verified Lotus Elan I examples listed for sale across vetted specialist dealers and auctions on GarageScout.

### How many Lotus Elan I cars sold in the last 12 months?

GarageScout recorded 14 sales of the Lotus Elan I in the trailing 12 months, counting confirmed sales only. Restomods, gearbox conversions and sales priced like deposits or placeholders are left out.

### Where do Lotus Elan I cars sell?

Of the 14 sales GarageScout recorded in the trailing 12 months, 14 on Bring a Trailer.

### Where does GarageScout's Lotus Elan I market data come from?

GarageScout's Lotus Elan I figures come from the listings and sales it has recorded on Bring a Trailer, Bonhams Cars, Hemmings Classifieds and Gooding Christie's. 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:** [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](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/lotus/elan/elan-i/2s), [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.*