This Lotus Elise got away, but there are more like it here.

his 2006 Lotus Sport Elise was initially registered in California and spent time in Oklahoma before being acquired by the selling dealer in 2021 and relocated to Ohio. The car is #16 of 50 Sport Elises delivered to North America for the model year and is finished in Saffron Yellow with twin Storm Gray stripes over a black and yellow interior. Power is supplied by a Toyota-sourced 1.8L inline-four paired with a six-speed manual gearbox, and the car is equipped with a body-color removable roof panel, track package, Lotus sport package, traction control, Star Shield paint protection, an Alpine CD stereo, air conditioning, fixed-back racing seats, Sport-specific aluminum interior components, projector headlights, Öhlins dampers, and forged alloy wheels. This Sport Elise has 13k miles and is offered by the selling dealer with manufacturer’s literature, service records, two keys, a clean Carfax report, and a clean Ohio title.

 

13k-Mile 2006 Lotus Sport Elise

The body is finished in Saffron Yellow with twin Storm Gray stripes and features an integrated rear spoiler and side intakes. Additional exterior equipment includes a body-color removable roof panel, Star Paint protection film, a front tow hook, projector headlights, and dual center-exit exhaust outlets. 13k-Mile 2006 Lotus Sport Elise

Black-finished forged alloy wheels measure 16″ up front and 17″ out back and are wrapped in Yokohama Advan A048 tires measuring 195/50 and 225/45, respectively. The Sport Elise features a five-way-adjustable front anti-roll bar, adjustable Öhlins dampers, and stainless steel brake lines.

13k-Mile 2006 Lotus Sport Elise

The cabin is equipped with fixed-back racing seats upholstered in black with yellow accents along with a black dashboard and door panels, bare aluminum accents, and a body-color center console and upper door trim. Sport Elise-specific features include a unique handbrake, indicator stalks, window cranks, and floor mats. Additional equipment includes air conditioning, an Alpine CD stereo, and aluminum floorboards.

13k-Mile 2006 Lotus Sport Elise

The passenger-side door sill plaque shown above designates this Sport Elise as build number 16.

13k-Mile 2006 Lotus Sport Elise

A leather-wrapped three-spoke steering wheel fronts a 160-mph speedometer, a tachometer, and a digital odometer that shows 13k miles.

13k-Mile 2006 Lotus Sport Elise

The Toyota-derived 1.8L inline-four is mid-mounted and produced 190 horsepower and 138 lb-ft of torque when new. An oil change was performed in 2021.

13k-Mile 2006 Lotus Sport Elise

Power is delivered to the rear wheels through a six-speed manual gearbox. Additional underside photos are provided in the gallery.

13k-Mile 2006 Lotus Sport Elise

The window sticker shows standard features and options, along with an MSRP of $56,915.

The Carfax report shows no accidents or other damage and lists registration history in California, Oklahoma, and Ohio. There is a lien on the title, and the selling dealer’s lender will need to be paid off before the title can be transferred to the next owner.

Auction Result

Winning Bid USD $64,000 by 7Art
Auction Ended September 5, 2021 at 2:15PM PT
Bids 34
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Seller: Alexethan2
Location: Newark, Ohio 43055
Listing Details
  • Chassis: SCCPC11116HL32864
  • #16 of 50 Sport Elise Models
  • 13k Miles
  • 1.8-Liter Inline-Four
  • Six-Speed Manual Gearbox
  • Saffron Yellow w/Storm Gray Stripes
  • Black & Yellow Upholstery
  • Body-Color Removable Hardtop
  • Forged Alloy Wheels
  • Öhlins Dampers
  • Projector Headlights
  • Air Conditioning
  • Alpine CD Stereo
  • Clean Carfax Report
  • Manufacturer's Literature
Private Party or Dealer: Dealer
Additional charges from this dealer: USD $0
Lot #54584