Lotus Esprit V8 Market Value & Price History
The Lotus Esprit V8 has a market value of $53,647 to $85,577 depending on year and condition, based on 61 verified auction sales across 6 model years (1997–2003). Individual examples have sold from $33,000 to $220,000, with 12 sold in the past 12 months. 1 is listed for sale.
Lotus Esprit V8 Value by Year
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Recent Lotus Esprit V8 Auction Results
| Sold | Year | Price | Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 15, 2026 | 2001 | $87,000 | 11,000 mi |
| Sep 3, 2026 | 2001 | $77,000 | 26,000 mi |
| Jul 3, 2026 | 1998 | $54,832 | 34,262 mi |
| Jun 25, 2026 | 2001 | $85,000 | 10,000 mi |
| May 31, 2026 | 2003 | $78,400 | 17,060 mi |
| May 7, 2026 | 2003 | $69,500 | 29,594 mi |
| Apr 25, 2026 | 1999 | $56,500 | 38,000 mi |
| Apr 15, 2026 | 1997 | $71,000 | 18,000 mi |
| Mar 31, 2026 | 1997 | $88,888 | 16,000 mi |
| Feb 13, 2026 | 2003 | $74,499 | 27,000 mi |
| Nov 12, 2025 | 1998 | $52,166 | 300 mi |
| Nov 5, 2025 | 1998 | $53,000 | 33,000 mi |
Lotus Esprit V8: Frequently Asked Questions
How much is a Lotus Esprit V8 worth?
Lotus Esprit V8 market values range from $53,647 to $85,577 depending on the model year, mileage, and condition. Recent auction sales span $33,000 to $220,000. See the year-by-year breakdown below.
Which Lotus Esprit V8 year is best?
There is no single best Lotus Esprit V8 year: it depends on your budget and what you want from the car. The Lotus Esprit V8 best-year guide compares every year on its market value, how often it trades and its value against the original MSRP. Whether each year is appreciating is DriveIndex's Value Signal, a Pro feature.
How many Lotus Esprit V8 sell per year?
12 Lotus Esprit V8 have sold at auction in the past 12 months across all years; DriveIndex has tracked 61 sales in total.
Where can I buy a Lotus Esprit V8?
DriveIndex lists 1 Lotus Esprit V8 for sale (last checked Sep 29, 2026), aggregated from the world's leading collector-car auction houses and marketplaces.