- Make: Lotus
- Year: 2005
- Model: Elise
- VIN: SCCPC11105HL31381
This 2005 Lotus Elise is finished in iconic Ardent Red over black leather and has just 32,000 miles from new. Powered by a naturally aspirated 1.8-liter Toyota-sourced inline-four paired with a 6-speed manual transaxle, the Elise delivers one of the purest driving experiences of the modern era, combining featherweight construction with razor-sharp handling and mechanical simplicity.
The aluminum bonded chassis and composite bodywork remain hallmarks of Lotus engineering, resulting in a curb weight of approximately 1,975 pounds and the kind of immediacy that has made the Elise a benchmark among enthusiast cars. Finished in one of the model's most desirable colors, this example presents as a clean, honest sports car equally at home on canyon roads, autocross courses, or weekend drives.
Factory equipment includes:
- 1.8-liter DOHC inline-four engine
- 6-speed manual transmission
- Lightweight forged alloy wheels
- Bilstein dampers with Eibach springs
- Black leather seats with red accents
- Removable soft top
- Removable hard top
- Power windows
- Air conditioning
The cabin is quintessential Lotus—minimalist, purposeful, and driver-focused—with exposed aluminum surfaces, a compact dashboard, and excellent visibility. Entry requires a bit of agility, but once behind the wheel the Elise rewards with communicative steering, immediate throttle response, and a sense of connection that modern performance cars often struggle to replicate.
The Elise was sold in the United States for only a limited number of years, and well-kept examples have become increasingly sought after by collectors and enthusiasts alike. This Ardent Red example, showing just 32k miles, represents an opportunity to acquire one of the most celebrated lightweight sports cars of the 21st century.
Included in the sale are the removable soft and hard top, factory owner's literature, and service records