1987 Lotus Esprit S3True Cost of Ownership in Brazil
210 hp turbocharged inline-4. Full cost breakdown including import duty (35%), VAT (12%), insurance, fuel at R$1.1/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$53K
Base: $35K
Annual Total
$11K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$12K
35% of base price
VAT
$6K
12% applied
Annual Insurance
$3K
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$108K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
1987 Lotus Esprit S3 — Full Cost Breakdown in Brazil
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 (12%) | $6K |
| Total Purchase Price | $53K |
| Annual Insurance | $3K |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $7K |
| Annual Depreciation | $-1750 |
| Registration & Road Tax | $1K |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $11K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $108K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.741 |
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 — Brazil
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Annual Fuel Cost
$2,310
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$193
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
2,100L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$15.40
14L × R$1.10
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 Brazil
How does the Lotus Esprit S3 compare to similar cars available in Brazil?
Lotus
Esprit S3
Base Price
$35K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$11K
Ford
Mustang (Classic)
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$8K
Chevrolet
Camaro (Classic)
Base Price
$40K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$8K
Porsche
911 (Vintage)
Base Price
$80K
Annual Cost in Brazil
$12K
Annual costs estimated for Brazil market. Import duty (35%) and VAT (12%) applied to all models.
🇧🇷 Owning a Car in Brazil
High import taxes on foreign cars.
Very Expensive for Brazil
Annual car costs = 111% of average Brazil income ($10K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$10K
In Brazil
Fuel Price
R$1.10/L
Mixed dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$3K
Per year
Import Duty
35%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
12%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
South America
Popular Car Brands in Brazil
Lotus Esprit S3 in Brazil — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Lotus Esprit S3 in Brazil.
The 1987 Lotus Esprit S3 has a base price of $35,000 USD. In Brazil, after 35% import duty and 12% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $52,920 USD (R$52,920 BRL).