# Lotus Elise (S2) Market Intelligence

> Live inventory, active auctions, and real-time pricing analysis for the Lotus Elise (S2).

### Overview
- **Make:** Lotus
- **Model:** Elise
- **Generation:** S2
- **Production Years:** 2001–2011
- **Canonical Market URL:** https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/lotus/elise/s2
- **Data as of:** October 20, 2026 (latest listing update or sale; 2026-10-20T15:20:33.542Z)
- **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:** 2 live auctions with open bidding
- **12-Month Confirmed Benchmark Sales:** 53 completed transactions

## Factory Specifications
- **Vehicle Model:** Lotus Elise
- **Production Era:** 1996-2021
- **Total Volume:** 35,124 units produced worldwide across three generations
- **Engine Architecture:** 1.8L Rover K-Series / 1.8L Toyota 2ZZ-GE VVTL-i / Supercharged 2ZZ & 2ZR
- **Output Range:** 118 to 243 hp / 122 to 184 lb-ft
- **Chassis Construction:** Bonded extruded 6000-series aluminum tub (150 lbs bare shell)
- **Layout:** Mid-engine, rear-wheel drive
- **Transmission:** 5-speed manual (Rover) / 6-speed manual (Toyota)
- **Curb Weight:** 1,598 to 1,975 lbs

## Active Live Auctions
- **2004 Lotus Elise Motorsport** | Current Bid: $17,500 | Venue: Bring a Trailer | Location: Birmingham, Michigan 48009 | [View Auction](https://www.garagescout.ai/listings/2004-lotus-elise-motorsport-8a1a811d)
- **2006 Lotus Elise** | Current Bid: $11,500 | Venue: Bring a Trailer | Location: Sturgeon County, Alberta, Canada | [View Auction](https://www.garagescout.ai/listings/2006-lotus-elise-bce0d8d2)

## Verified Live Inventory
- **2004 Lotus Elise Motorsport** (2004) | Asking: $17,500 | 1,700 mi | manual | Venue: Bring a Trailer | Location: Birmingham, Michigan 48009 | [View Listing](https://www.garagescout.ai/listings/2004-lotus-elise-motorsport-8a1a811d)
- **2006 Lotus Elise** (2006) | Asking: $11,500 | 16,000 mi | manual | Venue: Bring a Trailer | Location: Sturgeon County, Alberta, Canada | [View Listing](https://www.garagescout.ai/listings/2006-lotus-elise-bce0d8d2)

## Sales Ledger Preview
Showing the 5 most recent of 54 recorded sales (last 12 months).

| Date | Vehicle / Spec | Gearbox | Mileage | Sold Price | Marketplace |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 16, 2026 | Variant not identified | Manual | 36,000 mi | $35,750 | Bring a Trailer |
| Oct 12, 2026 | Variant not identified | Manual | 17,000 mi | $52,000 | Bring a Trailer |
| Oct 12, 2026 | Variant not identified | Manual | 25,204 mi | $56,298 | Dealer inventory |
| Oct 10, 2026 | Variant not identified | Manual | 12,000 mi | $51,000 | Bring a Trailer |
| Oct 9, 2026 | Variant not identified | Manual | 20,000 mi | $39,001 | Bring a Trailer |

## 12-Month Median Sold Price by Variant
| Variant | Sales | Median Price |
|---|---|---|
| SC | 6 | $59,750 |
| California Edition | 1 | — |

## Market Memory (Last 12 Months)
- **Benchmark Sales:** 53 completed transactions (1 non-factory build excluded)
- **Earlier Sales on Record:** 87 since 2021

## Frequently Asked Questions

### What is the current market price of a Lotus Elise (S2)?

For the Elise SC, the median sale price over the trailing 12 months on GarageScout is $59,750.

### How many Lotus Elise (S2) examples are currently for sale?

As of October 20, 2026, there are 2 verified Lotus Elise (S2) examples listed for sale across vetted specialist dealers and auctions on GarageScout, including 2 active live auctions with open bidding.

### How many Lotus Elise (S2) cars sold in the last 12 months?

GarageScout recorded 53 sales of the Lotus Elise (S2) 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 Elise (S2) cars sell?

Of the 53 sales GarageScout recorded in the trailing 12 months, 48 on Bring a Trailer and 5 on Cars & Bids.

### Where does GarageScout's Lotus Elise (S2) market data come from?

GarageScout's Lotus Elise (S2) figures come from the listings and sales it has recorded on Bring a Trailer, Cars & Bids, Mecum, PCARMARKET, Barrett-Jackson and dealer inventories. 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:** [S1](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/lotus/elise/s1), [S3](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/lotus/elise/s3)
- **S2 variants:** [Elise 111R](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/lotus/elise/s2/111r), [Elise 111S](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/lotus/elise/s2/111s), [Elise California Edition](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/lotus/elise/s2/california-edition), [Elise Heritage 25](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/lotus/elise/s2/heritage-25), [Elise SC](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/lotus/elise/s2/sc)
- **Model:** [All Lotus Elise markets](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/lotus/elise)
- **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.*