1968 Lotus Elan
1968 Lotus Elan Specsacross 2 versions
- Horsepower
- 105–118 hp
- Torque
- 108–113 lb-ft
- 0-60 mph
- 8.0–8.5s
- Top Speed
- 115–120 mph
- Curb Weight
- 1,499–1,764 lbs
1968 Lotus Elan against nearby years
| Year | Median (3 yrs) | Middle 50% | Sales (3 yrs) | For sale now |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1965 | $23k | $18k–$31k | 7 | 1 |
| 1966 | $43k | $22k–$53k | 14 | 10 |
| 1967 | $20k | $16k–$25k | 11 | 8 |
| 1968 | $25k | – | 3 | 0 |
| 1969 | $25k | $20k–$30k | 7 | 6 |
| 1970 | $28k | $23k–$53k | 6 | 4 |
| 1971 | $28k | $21k–$33k | 16 | 7 |
Auction sales in the last 3 years; prices leave out salvage and other branded titles.
1968 Lotus Elan by version
Recent 1968 Lotus Elan auction sales
| Sold | Car | Price | Miles | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 8, 2025 | 1968 Lotus Elan +2 Sep 8, 2025, Car & Classic | $19,420 | 22,717 | Car & Classic |
| May 20, 2024 | 1968 Lotus Elan 2+2 May 20, 2024, Car & Classic | $28,460 | 79,091 | Car & Classic |
| Feb 22, 2024 | 1968 Lotus Elan +2 Feb 22, 2024, Bring a Trailer | $25,300 | 71,000 | Bring a Trailer |
| Aug 16, 2023 | 1968 Lotus Elan S4 Roadster Aug 16, 2023, Bring a Trailer | $39,000 | – | Bring a Trailer |
| Jun 19, 2023 | 1968 Lotus Elan +2 Jun 19, 2023, Car & Classic | $19,085 | 57,286 | Car & Classic |
| Jun 14, 2023 | 1968 Lotus Elan +2 Jun 14, 2023, Car & Classic | $18,683 | 39,822 | Car & Classic |
| May 29, 2023 | 1968 Lotus Elan 2+2 May 29, 2023, Car & Classic | $30,952 | 11,034 | Car & Classic |
| May 23, 2023 | 1968 Lotus Elan +2 May 23, 2023, Collecting Cars | $17,746 | 92,501 | Collecting Cars |
| Sep 5, 2021 | 1968 Lotus Elan +2 Sep 5, 2021, Bonhams | $18,080 | 75,101 | Bonhams |
| Jul 25, 2020 | 1968 Lotus Elan S3 Coupé Jul 25, 2020, Bonhams | $30,134 | 20,000 | Bonhams |
| Jul 10, 2020 | 1968 Lotus Elan S3 SS Coupe Jul 10, 2020, Bring a Trailer | $31,250 | – | Bring a Trailer |
| Nov 24, 2015 | 1968 Lotus Elan SE Coupe Nov 24, 2015, Bring a Trailer | $17,550 | 10,071 | Bring a Trailer |
| Jun 26, 2015 | 1968 Lotus Elan S3 Coupe Jun 26, 2015, Bonhams | $35,424 | 20,000 | Bonhams |
| Jun 29, 2012 | 1968 Lotus Elan Series 4 SE Roadster Jun 29, 2012, Bonhams | $49,286 | – | Bonhams |
| Sep 10, 2005 | 1968 Lotus Elan S3 Coupe Sep 10, 2005, Bonhams | $14,170 | 19,000 | Bonhams |
Listings
24 1968 Lotus Elan vehicles have been tracked across auctions and listings on Hypercars.
Data sourced from auction results and dealer and private listings, including Bring a Trailer, Cars & Bids, Mecum, RM Sotheby’s and eBay Motors. Updated daily.
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast is a 1968 Lotus Elan?
Across its 2 versions, the 1968 Lotus Elan does 0-60 mph in 8.0–8.5 seconds and tops out at 115–120 mph.
How much horsepower does a 1968 Lotus Elan have?
Across its 2 versions, the 1968 Lotus Elan makes 105–118 hp.
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