1987 Lotus Esprit S3True Cost of Ownership in Argentina
210 hp turbocharged inline-4. Full cost breakdown including import duty (35%), VAT (21%), insurance, fuel at $0.65/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$57K
Base: $35K
Annual Total
$4K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$12K
35% of base price
VAT
$10K
21% applied
Annual Insurance
$1K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$78K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
1987 Lotus Esprit S3 — Full Cost Breakdown in Argentina
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $35K |
| Import Duty (35%) | $12K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (21%) | $10K |
| Total Purchase Price | $57K |
| Annual Insurance | $1K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $1K |
| Annual Maintenance | $3K |
| Annual Depreciation | $-1750 |
| Registration & Road Tax | $450 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $4K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $78K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.273 |
For informational purposes only. All figures are estimates. Not financial advice. Prices and costs may change without prior notice.
Lotus Esprit S3 Fuel Cost Calculator — Argentina
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Annual Fuel Cost
$1,365
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$114
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
2,100L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$9.10
14L × $0.65
Lotus Esprit S3 Depreciation Curve
Classic cars like the Lotus Esprit S3 tend to appreciate over time. This projection shows estimated value growth.
Year-by-Year Value
| New | $35K | 100% |
| Year 1 | $37K | +105% |
| Year 2 | $39K | +112% |
| Year 3 | $42K | +120% |
| Year 4 | $46K | +130% |
| Year 5 | $51K | +145% |
Appreciation based on classic segment averages.
Lotus Esprit S3 vs. Competitors in Argentina
How does the Lotus Esprit S3 compare to similar cars available in Argentina?
Lotus
Esprit S3
Base Price
$35K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$4K
Ford
Mustang (Classic)
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$8K
Chevrolet
Camaro (Classic)
Base Price
$40K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$8K
Porsche
911 (Vintage)
Base Price
$80K
Annual Cost in Argentina
$12K
Annual costs estimated for Argentina market. Import duty (35%) and VAT (21%) applied to all models.
🇦🇷 Owning a Car in Argentina
Inflation makes costs volatile.
Moderate for Argentina
Annual car costs = 37% of average Argentina income ($11K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$11K
In Argentina
Fuel Price
$0.65/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$1K
Per year
Import Duty
35%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
21%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
South America
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Lotus Esprit S3 in Argentina — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Lotus Esprit S3 in Argentina.
The 1987 Lotus Esprit S3 has a base price of $35,000 USD. In Argentina, after 35% import duty and 21% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $57,173 USD ($57,173 ARS).