2006 Lotus Elise Base

Make

Lotus

Model

Elise Base

Year

2006

Listed price

$58,990

Location

New Albany, Indiana

Transmission

Manual

Mileage

42,123 miles

When Lotus unveiled the Elise in 1996, it marked a return to the company's foundational principles: lightweight construction and unparalleled driving purity. Named after Elisa Artioli, the granddaughter of then-chairman Romano Artioli, the Series 1 Elise redefined the sports car landscape with its innovative bonded aluminum chassis, a technology derived from aerospace. The Series 2, introduced in 2001 and arriving in North America for 2005, evolved the design while retaining the core ethos. Powered by a Toyota-sourced 1.8-liter VVTL-i engine, the Elise offered an intoxicating blend of accessible performance and telepathic handling, cementing its status as a modern classic and a benchmark for driver engagement. This 2006 Lotus Elise, resplendent in Chili Red, takes the celebrated platform to exhilarating new heights with a host of enthusiast-grade enhancements. With 42,123 miles on the odometer, its original 1.8L I4 engine has been significantly upgraded with an InoKinetic KATANA2+ Supercharger Kit, featuring an Eaton MP62 supercharger, a 6.5 PSI boost pulley, and a GReddy manifold, promising a dramatic increase in power and responsiveness. Further performance modifications include an InoKinetic SonicFury drone-free exhaust system, NGK IX Iridium spark plugs, and RC injectors, ensuring both power and precision. The meticulous upgrades continue inside and out, with an AIM MX2E digital dash, GRP gated shifter, and Corbeau seats transforming the cockpit experience, while GRP carbon fiber side scoops and a front splitter enhance its aggressive stance. Riding on Eibach lowering springs and Konig Hypergram wheels, this Elise is a finely tuned instrument, ready to deliver an unadulterated driving experience.