1971 Lotus Elan +2S Market Value & Price History
The 1971 Lotus Elan +2S has a current market value of $28,796 as of Oct 9, 2026, based on 4 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex, with all 4 verified USD sales between $22,500 and $35,500. Based on US sales through Oct 6, 2026. 1 has sold in the past 12 months.
Data: DriveIndex. 4 verified auction sales for the 1971 Lotus Elan +2S, latest sale Oct 6, 2026. Value as of Oct 9, 2026. Methodology
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| Sold | Price | Mileage | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 6, 2026 | $28,750 | 4,400 mi | — |
| Apr 20, 2025 | $28,000 | 58,000 mi | — |
| Dec 2, 2023 | $35,500 | 43,000 mi | Manual |
| Sep 21, 2021 | $22,500 | 58,000 mi | Manual |
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1971 Lotus Elan +2S: Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a 1971 Lotus Elan +2S worth?
A 1971 Lotus Elan +2S is worth approximately $28,796 as of Oct 9, 2026, based on 4 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex. Based on US sales through Oct 6, 2026. All 4 verified USD sales fall between $22,500 and $35,500. Condition, mileage and options move an individual car within that band.
How many 1971 Lotus Elan +2S sell per year?
1 has sold at auction in the past 12 months. DriveIndex has tracked 4 1971 Lotus Elan +2S sales in total.
Are 1971 Lotus Elan +2S sale prices higher or lower than a year ago?
There aren't yet enough recent sales to compute a reliable 12-month price direction for the 1971 Lotus Elan +2S. The full Value Signal classification (appreciating, stable, bottomed, or depreciating) and its 1–5 year projection are part of DriveIndex Pro.
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