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Lotus Exige (S2)

2004–2011

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  • Lowest price

    £13,500

    Since 2020

  • Median price

    £27,750

    Since 2020 · n=7

  • Highest price

    £48,000

    Since 2020

  • Sold cars

    7

    All time

  • Sell-through

    100%

    Of 7 lots

Lotus Exige

Based on 7 verified auction results

HOLDAppreciatingmedium confidence

£27,750

Market value · recent verified sales

+15.1%

12-month change

Hold or Wait

Appreciating but pace slowing. Patient buyers may find better entry.

Median sold price up 15.1% over the last 12 months. Hold if owned; chasing the trend at peak carries risk.

MSRP

—

Collectibility

6/10

Collectible

3-Year Forecast

£30,395

+10%

5-Year Forecast

£31,299

+13%

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Market scores

44

Desirability

Thin

30

Liquidity

Excellent

85

Resale Outlook

How many remain

See how many Lotus Exige remain on UK roads · 2025 Q4.

Licensed

19

Cars

SORN

16

Cars

Sourced from DVLA registration data via howmanyleft.co.uk. SORN = Statutory Off-Road Notification (registered but off-road).

Option premiums

What every option is worth.

  • Built ≤ 2008

    −£2,000-7%

    4 with · 3 without · low confidence

Premiums compare the median price of sales with each option against comparable sales without it, mined from verified auction listings. Sales are pooled across markets on a relative-price basis, so exchange rates and market levels can't skew the split. Options interact in ways a one-at-a-time split can’t capture — treat each premium as directional rather than gospel.

Marque analyst note

The Lotus Exige S2 has posted a median market price of £27,750 in the UK, supported by a robust 15.1% year-on-year appreciation over the past twelve months. This upward momentum reflects steady collector interest in the model, though the trading sample remains modest at just three transactions tracked over that period.

Liquidity conditions are thin, with only seven sales recorded across the entire dataset and no active listings currently available. This scarcity of supply tends to widen bid-ask spreads and extend time-to-sale for sellers, while creating occasional advantage for patient buyers who can identify well-presented examples.

The Exige S2 occupies a collectible tier with a score of six, qualifying it as a legitimate appreciating classic. Moderate desirability and relatively low transaction volume suggest the model appeals to a focused segment of enthusiasts rather than commanding broad market attention, which influences both its price trajectory and holding appeal.

Cars transacted have averaged just 9,466 miles, indicating that most Exiges in the secondary market are low-mileage examples kept for occasional use rather than regular driving. This preservation pattern aligns with the model's lightweight sports-car character and the ownership profile typical of its collector base.

Over a three-year horizon, the base projection points to £30,395, representing a 9.5% cumulative gain from current levels. The five-year outlook extends to £31,299, or 12.8% appreciation, suggesting modest but consistent upward pressure driven by limited supply and the model's established position among British lightweight performance cars.

The HOLD signal reflects a car with positive momentum but insufficient liquidity or broad-based demand to warrant aggressive accumulation. Sellers should expect patient buyers; purchasers with genuine interest can afford to wait for the right example without urgency.

Depreciation Benchmark

  • Current avg value£27,750
  • Annual appr. rate+15.1%/yr
  • Segment average+3.0 to +9.5%/yr
This model holds value better than its segment average — strong long-term hold.

UK Park (DVLA)

  • Still licensed19
  • SORN'd (off-road)16
  • Total in DVLA records35
  • All Lotus Exiges192
DVLA quarterly data, last updated 2025 Q4. Licensed = currently taxed and on the road. SORN = registered as off-road (storage, restoration).

Vehicle History Signals

  • Auction lots tracked10
  • Damage or salvage declared0 (0.0%)
  • No damage declared10 (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)£450
  • Maintenance£900
  • Storage£2,400
  • Depreciation— (appreciating)
  • Total annual cost£3,750
This car has historically appreciated — carrying cost is offset by value growth, not eroded by depreciation.

Market Liquidity

  • Active Listings0
  • Sales Last 12 Months2
  • Sell-Through29%

Market Snapshot

  • Active Listings0
  • Avg Sale Price£28,215
  • Avg Mileage at Sale9,466 mi
  • Recent Price Range£13,500 – £48,000
  • Total Sales Tracked7

Recent sales

Showing latest 7
  • £22,750

    Collecting Cars · 1 Sept 2026

  • £27,750

    Collecting Cars · 10 Aug 2026

  • £48,000

    Collecting Cars · 18 Sept 2025

  • £33,000

    Collecting Cars · 7 Apr 2025

  • £23,750

    Collecting Cars · 29 Dec 2024

  • £28,752

    Collecting Cars · 19 May 2024

  • £13,500

    Collecting Cars · 24 Jul 2023

Common questions

What is a Lotus Exige (S2) worth in 2026?

The current United Kingdom market median is £27,750, based on 3 verified auction sales. Recent sales ranged from £13,500 to £48,000.

Is the Lotus Exige (S2) going up in value?

Over the last 12 months its United Kingdom median moved +15.1%. Past movement is not a guarantee of future value.

How many Lotus Exige (S2)s are for sale right now?

No live auction listings tracked right now — new lots are swept in several times a day, and you can follow the model to be notified.

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