1985 Lotus Turbo Esprit Market Value & Price History
The 1985 Lotus Turbo Esprit has a market value of $29,509, based on 5 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex, with all 5 verified USD sales between $14,752 and $37,750. No comparable sale since Mar 27, 2024, so this value may not reflect today's market.
Data: DriveIndex. 5 verified auction sales for the 1985 Lotus Turbo Esprit, latest sale Mar 27, 2024. Methodology
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| Sold | Price | Mileage | Gearbox |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 27, 2024 | $29,250 | 51,000 mi | Manual |
| Jul 8, 2021 | $35,000 | 50,092 mi | Manual |
| Jun 19, 2018 | $14,752 | 20,000 mi | Manual |
| Jan 25, 2017 | $37,750 | 50,000 mi | Manual |
| Feb 25, 2011 | $18,112 | 39,000 mi | Manual |
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How much is a 1985 Lotus Turbo Esprit worth?
A 1985 Lotus Turbo Esprit is worth approximately $29,509, based on 5 verified auction sales tracked by DriveIndex. No comparable sale since Mar 27, 2024, so this value may not reflect today's market. All 5 verified USD sales fall between $14,752 and $37,750. Condition, mileage and options move an individual car within that band.
How much did a 1985 Lotus Turbo Esprit cost new?
The 1985 Lotus Turbo Esprit carried an original MSRP of $48,000. Its DriveIndex market value is $29,509. No comparable sale since Mar 27, 2024, so this value may not reflect today's market.
How much has the 1985 Lotus Turbo Esprit depreciated?
The 1985 Lotus Turbo Esprit is worth about 39% less than it cost new: it carried an original MSRP of $48,000, and its DriveIndex market value is $29,509. That compares the DriveIndex value with the sticker price, not adjusted for inflation. No comparable sale since Mar 27, 2024, so this value may not reflect today's market.
How many 1985 Lotus Turbo Esprit sell per year?
DriveIndex has tracked 5 1985 Lotus Turbo Esprit sales at auction.
Are 1985 Lotus Turbo Esprit 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 1985 Lotus Turbo Esprit. 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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