1,600-Mile 2005 Lotus Elise

The 2005 Lotus Elise is sold for $57,500 on Bring a Trailer. See Friday's Watchlist AI fair value, deal score, hammer-price prediction, and bidding intelligence for this 2005 Lotus Eliseauction.

This 2005 Lotus Elise stands out with its incredibly low mileage of just 1,600 miles, making it a rare find for enthusiasts and collectors alike. Finished in Storm Titanium Metallic with a sleek black leather interior, this Elise is powered by a naturally aspirated 1.8-liter inline-four engine paired with a six-speed manual transaxle, delivering an exhilarating driving experience. The car comes equipped with desirable features such as 16" and 17" eight-spoke alloy wheels, a removable roof panel for open-air driving, and air conditioning for comfort. Having been registered in Hawaii since new and cared for by its original owner until 2025, this example is essentially a brand new 21-year-old car, appealing to those who appreciate the blend of classic design and modern performance. It's a perfect choice for collectors looking to add a pristine, low-mileage sports car to their collection.

Seller's description via Bring a Trailer: This 2005 Lotus Elise has 1,600 miles, and it has been registered in Hawaii from new. The car remained in the original owner’s care until 2025. It is finished in Storm Titanium Metallic over black leather and is powered by a 1.8-liter inline-four paired with a six-speed manual transaxle. Equipment i

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1,600-Mile 2005 Lotus Elise — Friday's Watchlist valuation summary

This 2005 Lotus Elise stands out with its incredibly low mileage of just 1,600 miles, making it a rare find for enthusiasts and collectors alike. Finished in Storm Titanium Metallic with a sleek black leather interior, this Elise is powered by a naturally aspirated 1.8-liter inline-four engine paired with a six-speed manual transaxle, delivering an exhilarating driving experience. The car comes equipped with desirable features such as 16" and 17" eight-spoke alloy wheels, a removable roof panel for open-air driving, and air conditioning for comfort. Having been registered in Hawaii since new and cared for by its original owner until 2025, this example is essentially a brand new 21-year-old car, appealing to those who appreciate the blend of classic design and modern performance. It's a perfect choice for collectors looking to add a pristine, low-mileage sports car to their collection.

Sold price
$57,500
Fair value estimate
$74,750
Fair value range
$63,507 - $87,812
Confidence
HIGH
Comparable sales analyzed
12
Deal verdict
great deal
Deal score
10/100
AI predicted hammer price
$70,200
Condition
Excellent (10/10)
Bids
16
Listing views
2,297

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