# Lotus Elise SC (S2) Market Intelligence

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

### Overview
- **Make:** Lotus
- **Model:** Elise
- **Generation:** S2
- **Production Years:** 2008–2011
- **Canonical Market URL:** https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/lotus/elise/s2/sc
- **Data as of:** October 7, 2026 (latest listing update or sale; 2026-10-07T21:52:32.000Z)
- **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:** 5 completed transactions
- **12-Month Median Sold Price:** $54,000

## Factory Specifications
- **Vehicle Model:** Lotus Elise (Elise SC)
- **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

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

| Date | Vehicle / Spec | Gearbox | Mileage | Sold Price | Marketplace |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2026 | SC | Manual | 27,000 mi | $54,000 | Bring a Trailer |
| Aug 29, 2026 | SC | Manual | 35,000 mi | $71,000 | Bring a Trailer |
| Aug 1, 2026 | SC | Manual | 7,000 mi | $71,500 | Bring a Trailer |
| Jun 5, 2026 | SC | Manual | 10,000 mi | $37,999 | Bring a Trailer |
| Apr 20, 2026 | SC | Manual | 48,000 mi | $36,500 | Bring a Trailer |

## Market Memory (Last 12 Months)
- **Benchmark Sales:** 5 completed transactions
- **Earlier Sales on Record:** 5 since 2023
- **Interquartile Range (Middle 50%):** $37,999 – $71,000

| Calendar Year | Completed Sales | Median Price |
|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 5 | $54,000 |

## Frequently Asked Questions

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

Based on 5 benchmark sales recorded over the trailing 12 months on GarageScout, the median sale price for the Lotus Elise SC (S2) is $54,000.

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

As of October 7, 2026, there are no verified Lotus Elise SC (S2) 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 Elise SC (S2) cars sold in the last 12 months?

GarageScout recorded 5 sales of the Lotus Elise SC (S2) 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 Elise SC (S2) sell for by model year?

Median sale prices over the trailing 12 months on GarageScout, for model years with 3 or more sales: 2008 $37,999 (3 sales).

### Where do Lotus Elise SC (S2) cars sell?

Of the 5 sales GarageScout recorded in the trailing 12 months, 5 on Bring a Trailer.

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

GarageScout's Lotus Elise SC (S2) figures come from the listings and sales it has recorded on Bring a Trailer and Cars & Bids. 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), [S2](https://www.garagescout.ai/markets/lotus/elise/s2), [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)
- **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.*