1997 Lotus Esprit
1997 Lotus Esprit Specsacross 2 versions
- Horsepower
- 285–350 hp
- Torque
- 290–295 lb-ft
- 0-60 mph
- 4.2–4.4s
- Top Speed
- 175 mph
- Curb Weight
- 2,900 lbs
1997 Lotus Esprit against nearby years
| Year | Median (3 yrs) | Middle 50% | Sales (3 yrs) | For sale now |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1994 | $34k | $33k–$48k | 5 | 10 |
| 1995 | $40k | $32k–$47k | 11 | 4 |
| 1997 | $63k | $61k–$71k | 5 | 3 |
| 1998 | $51k | $48k–$53k | 6 | 3 |
| 1999 | $58k | $56k–$64k | 7 | 0 |
| 2000 | $84k | $73k–$89k | 5 | 1 |
Auction sales in the last 3 years; prices leave out salvage and other branded titles.
1997 Lotus Esprit by version
- Esprit Series 4
- $63k median, 5 sales in 3 years, 0 for sale
- Esprit V8
- 0 sales in 3 years, 3 for sale
Recent 1997 Lotus Esprit auction sales
| Sold | Car | Price | Miles | Where |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 15, 2026 | 1997 Lotus Esprit V8 Apr 15, 2026, Bring a Trailer | $71,000 | 18,000 | Bring a Trailer |
| Mar 31, 2026 | 1997 Lotus Esprit V8 Mar 31, 2026, Bring a Trailer | $88,888 | 16,000 | Bring a Trailer |
| Aug 27, 2025 | 1997 Lotus Esprit V8 Aug 27, 2025, Bring a Trailer | $52,500 | 36,000 | Bring a Trailer |
| Aug 30, 2024 | 1997 Lotus Esprit V8 Aug 30, 2024, Bring a Trailer | $61,000 | 29,000 | Bring a Trailer |
| Feb 16, 2024 | 1997 Lotus Esprit V8 Feb 16, 2024, Cars & Bids | $63,000 | 25,100 | Cars & Bids |
| Aug 22, 2023 | 1997 Lotus Esprit V8 Aug 22, 2023, Bring a Trailer | $57,500 | 23,000 | Bring a Trailer |
| Jan 12, 2023 | 1997 Lotus Esprit V8 Jan 12, 2023, Bring a Trailer | $49,000 | 44,000 | Bring a Trailer |
| Jan 16, 2022 | 1997 Lotus Esprit Turbo Jan 16, 2022, Mecum | $55,000 | – | Mecum |
| Oct 16, 2021 | 1997 Lotus Esprit Turbo Oct 16, 2021, Mecum | $48,400 | – | Mecum |
| Apr 8, 2021 | 1997 Lotus Esprit V8 Apr 8, 2021, Bring a Trailer | $39,500 | 17,000 | Bring a Trailer |
| Apr 1, 2021 | 1997 Lotus Esprit V8 Apr 1, 2021, Bring a Trailer | $37,600 | 39,000 | Bring a Trailer |
| Jan 12, 2021 | 1997 Lotus Esprit GT3 Jan 12, 2021, Collecting Cars | $36,478 | 56,578 | Collecting Cars |
| Dec 17, 2020 | 1997 Lotus Esprit V8 Dec 17, 2020, Bring a Trailer | $40,000 | 44,000 | Bring a Trailer |
| Aug 9, 2018 | 1997 Lotus Esprit V8 Aug 9, 2018, Bring a Trailer | $37,250 | 38,483 | Bring a Trailer |
| Jun 25, 2011 | 1997 Lotus Esprit GT3 S Jun 25, 2011, Bonhams | $31,394 | 21,735 | Bonhams |
Listings
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35 1997 Lotus Esprit vehicles have been tracked across auctions and listings on Hypercars, with 3 currently live.
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 many 1997 Lotus Esprit listings are for sale right now?
There are 3 1997 Lotus Esprit listings currently live across auctions, dealers, and marketplaces tracked by Hypercars.
How fast is a 1997 Lotus Esprit?
Across its 2 versions, the 1997 Lotus Esprit does 0-60 mph in 4.2–4.4 seconds and tops out at 175 mph.
How much horsepower does a 1997 Lotus Esprit have?
Across its 2 versions, the 1997 Lotus Esprit makes 285–350 hp.
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