1987 Lotus Esprit S3True Cost of Ownership in Philippines
210 hp turbocharged inline-4. Full cost breakdown including import duty (30%), VAT (12%), insurance, fuel at ₱1.05/L, maintenance, and depreciation.
Purchase Price
$51K
Base: $35K
Annual Total
$4K
Insurance + fuel + maintenance
Import Duty
$11K
30% of base price
VAT
$5K
12% applied
Annual Insurance
$750
Avg for this country
5-Year Total
$69K
Purchase + 5yr running costs
1987 Lotus Esprit S3 — Full Cost Breakdown in Philippines
Every cost component from purchase to 5-year ownership. All figures in USD equivalent.
| Cost Component | Amount (USD) |
|---|---|
| Base Price (MSRP) | $35K |
| Import Duty (30%) | $11K |
| VAT / Sales Tax (12%) | $5K |
| Total Purchase Price | $51K |
| Annual Insurance | $750 |
| Annual Fuel Cost | $2K |
| Annual Maintenance | $2K |
| Annual Depreciation | $-1750 |
| Registration & Road Tax | $550 |
| Total Annual Running Cost | $4K |
| 5-Year Total Cost of Ownership | $69K |
| Cost Per Kilometer | $0.242 |
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 — Philippines
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Annual Fuel Cost
$2,205
USD equivalent
Monthly Fuel Cost
$184
Per month average
Annual Liters Used
2,100L
At 15,000 km/yr
Cost per 100km
$14.70
14L × ₱1.05
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 Philippines
How does the Lotus Esprit S3 compare to similar cars available in Philippines?
Lotus
Esprit S3
Base Price
$35K
Annual Cost in Philippines
$4K
Ford
Mustang (Classic)
Base Price
$45K
Annual Cost in Philippines
$8K
Chevrolet
Camaro (Classic)
Base Price
$40K
Annual Cost in Philippines
$8K
Porsche
911 (Vintage)
Base Price
$80K
Annual Cost in Philippines
$12K
Annual costs estimated for Philippines market. Import duty (30%) and VAT (12%) applied to all models.
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Traffic congestion increases fuel costs.
Very Expensive for Philippines
Annual car costs = 104% of average Philippines income ($4K/yr)
Average Annual Income
$4K
In Philippines
Fuel Price
₱1.05/L
Gasoline dominant
Avg Car Insurance
$750
Per year
Import Duty
30%
On vehicle value
VAT / Sales Tax
12%
Applied at purchase
Driving Side
Right-hand
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Lotus Esprit S3 in Philippines — Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about owning a Lotus Esprit S3 in Philippines.
The 1987 Lotus Esprit S3 has a base price of $35,000 USD. In Philippines, after 30% import duty and 12% VAT, the total purchase price is approximately $50,960 USD (₱50,960 PHP).