1987 Lotus Esprit HCi Turbo Market Value & Price History
The 1987 Lotus Esprit HCi Turbo has a current market value of $36,214 as of Oct 13, 2026, based on 7 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex, with all 7 verified USD sales between $28,750 and $70,000. Based on US sales through Jul 5, 2026. 1 has sold in the past 12 months.
Data: DriveIndex. 7 verified auction sales for the 1987 Lotus Esprit HCi Turbo, latest sale Jul 5, 2026. Value as of Oct 13, 2026. Methodology
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| Sold | Price | Mileage | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 5, 2026 | $35,500 | 56,000 mi | Manual |
| Nov 23, 2024 | $28,750 | 57,000 mi | Manual |
| Dec 17, 2023 | $70,000 | 11,000 mi | Manual |
| Jul 25, 2023 | $43,250 | 65,000 mi | Manual |
| May 1, 2023 | $29,000 | 44,000 mi | Manual |
| Nov 25, 2022 | $39,990 | 64,000 mi | Manual |
| Oct 19, 2022 | $32,000 | 95,000 mi | Manual |
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1987 Lotus Esprit HCi Turbo: Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a 1987 Lotus Esprit HCi Turbo worth?
A 1987 Lotus Esprit HCi Turbo is worth approximately $36,214 as of Oct 13, 2026, based on 7 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex. Based on US sales through Jul 5, 2026. All 7 verified USD sales fall between $28,750 and $70,000. Condition, mileage and options move an individual car within that band.
How much did a 1987 Lotus Esprit HCi Turbo cost new?
The 1987 Lotus Esprit HCi Turbo carried an original MSRP of $56,500. Verified examples now trade around $36,214.
How much has the 1987 Lotus Esprit HCi Turbo depreciated?
The 1987 Lotus Esprit HCi Turbo is worth about 36% less than it cost new: it carried an original MSRP of $56,500, and verified examples now trade around $36,214. That compares today's value with the sticker price, not adjusted for inflation.
How many 1987 Lotus Esprit HCi Turbo sell per year?
1 has sold at auction in the past 12 months. DriveIndex has tracked 7 1987 Lotus Esprit HCi Turbo sales in total.
Are 1987 Lotus Esprit HCi Turbo 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 1987 Lotus Esprit HCi Turbo. 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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