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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 in the Australian market is tracking at a median price of AUD $140,556 based on a small sample of four sales over the past year. With no year-on-year trend data available, current valuations reflect a relatively stable market for this model, though the limited transaction volume makes price movements difficult to assess with confidence.

Liquidity remains thin, with only four tracked sales in the past 12 months and no active listings currently recorded. This sparse trading pattern suggests that buyers and sellers of the Exige S3 in Australia should expect longer search periods and limited negotiating leverage on either side of a transaction.

The Exige S3 carries a collectibility score of 6 and is classified as an appreciating classic, positioning it as a desirable but not ultra-rare collectible. Moderate desirability and unknown production figures mean this model appeals to Lotus enthusiasts rather than commanding the attention of generalist collectors, which likely contributes to the thin liquidity pattern.

Transacted examples show exceptionally low average mileage of 4,378 kilometers, indicating that available cars tend to be well-preserved examples with minimal use. This condition profile suggests sellers are presenting garage-kept vehicles, which may support the car's standing as a modern collectible rather than a driver's car.

Three-year and five-year price projections are not currently available for the Exige S3 in this market, limiting visibility into longer-term value trajectories. Prospective buyers and owners should monitor transaction data as it accumulates to establish clearer trend patterns over time.

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.