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Lotus Exige (S3)

2012–2021

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  • Lowest price

    $121,100

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    $140,556

    Since 2020 · n=4

  • Highest price

    $170,000

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    4

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 4 lots

Lotus Exige

Based on 4 verified auction results

No signal yet

$140,556

Market value · recent verified sales

MSRP

Collectibility

6/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

Not enough sales data

5-Year Forecast

Not enough sales data

Estimates based on 4 verified Australia sales.

Market scores

46

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Moderate

50

Resale Outlook

Marque analyst note

The Lotus Exige S3 sits at a median valuation of AUD $140,556 in the Australian market, based on a modest sample of four transactions tracked over the past year. With no year-on-year pricing data available, the current ask represents a stable positioning within the appreciating classic segment, though the thin liquidity makes directional trends difficult to establish with certainty.

Transaction volume remains sparse, with only four sales recorded in the tracked dataset. This limited sample size means buyers and sellers should expect extended holding periods and negotiate on a case-by-case basis rather than rely on frequent comps to anchor pricing discussions.

The Exige S3 commands a collectible rating with moderate desirability factors in play. Without confirmed production figures, the model's rarity appeal remains somewhat undefined, though its position as a lightweight British sports car typically supports consistent collector interest in right-hand-drive markets like Australia.

Typical examples presenting for sale carry very low mileage, averaging just over 4,300 kilometres. This suggests owners treat these cars primarily as held assets rather than driven vehicles, which aligns with collectible-car ownership patterns and likely supports condition consistency across the small available pool.

No active listings were recorded at the time of this snapshot, indicating that cars in this segment trade infrequently and opportunistically rather than through steady-state supply. Prospective buyers may need to work through private networks or specialist brokers to source examples.

Longer-term pricing projections and detailed outlook commentary cannot be offered due to insufficient transaction velocity and the absence of directional signals in the current data. The Australian market for low-volume British sports cars of this era tends to track broader collector sentiment, but establishing three- and five-year trajectories would require a larger transaction cohort.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg value$140,556
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked6
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared6 (100.0%)
No damage or salvage declarations found in the titles and descriptions of the auction lots we track for this model. That's a good sign, not a guarantee — always commission a professional inspection and history check before buying.

Est. Annual Ownership Costs

  • Insurance (agreed value)$1,120
  • Maintenance$3,050
  • Storage$4,870
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual cost$9,040
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months0
  • Sell-Through0%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale Price$143,053
  • Avg Mileage at Sale4,378 km
  • Recent Price Range$121,100 – $170,000
  • Total Sales Tracked4

Recent sales

  • $124,000

    Collecting Cars · 6 May 2024

  • $170,000

    Collecting Cars · 27 Dec 2023

  • $157,111

    Collecting Cars · 19 Dec 2023

  • $121,100

    Collecting Cars · 30 Nov 2023

Indicative only — not investment advice. Past performance is not a reliable indicator of future value.