Lotus Europa Twin Cam
Overview
| Produced: |
1971-1975, 9230 produced. (Production figure for all Europas) |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Coupe |
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1558cc | S4 DOHC | Lotus (Ford) Twin-cam 1.6 | 82.55mm x 72.746mm | 9.5 |
Drivetrain and Suspension
| Drivetrain | Steering | Front Suspension | Rear Suspension |
|---|---|---|---|
Performance
| Top Speed | 0-60 | SQM | MPG | Engine Pwr | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 117 mph | 7.5 s | 105 bhp 6500 |
Brakes
| Front | Rear | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Disc | Drum |
Auction Sales History
| Lot Num |
Description | Auctioneer | Date | Hammer Price | Hammer Price (inc premium) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 082 | Lotus Europa Twin Cam | Brightwells Auctioneers and Valuers | 16 May 2012 | - | £12800.00 |
| 035 | Lotus Europa Twin Cam | Brightwells Auctioneers and Valuers | 2 Mar 2011 | Not sold | |
| 057 | Lotus Europa Twin Cam | Brightwells Auctioneers and Valuers | 1 Dec 2010 | Not sold | |
| 040 | Lotus Europa Twin Cam | Brightwells Auctioneers and Valuers | 23 Sep 2009 | Not sold | |
| 67 | Lotus Europa Twin Cam | H&H Sales Limited | 10 Jun 2009 | Not sold | |
| 205 | 1972 Lotus Europa Twin Cam | Coys | 11 Aug 2007 | Not sold | |
| 059 | Lotus Europa Twin-Cam | Brightwells Auctioneers and Valuers | 11 Jul 2007 | Not sold | |
| 005 | Lotus Europa Twin Cam (1972) | H&H Sales Limited | 29 May 2002 | - | £5040.00 |
| 024 | Lotus Europa (1972) | BCA | 29 Jan 2001 | Not sold | |
| 046 | Lotus Europa Twin Cam (1972) | H&H Sales Limited | 1 Dec 1999 | £5100.00 | - |
| 039 | Lotus Europa Twin Cam (1973) | ADT | 10 Apr 1995 | Not sold | |
Books
| ISBN | Title | Publisher | Buy this book |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1855201119 | Lotus Road Test Book: Lotus Europa Gold Portfolio 1966-75 | Brooklands Books |
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Magazine Articles
| Title | Pages | Options | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Article |
Buying guide - Buy a Lotus Europa |
94 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars February 2009 | |||
| Buying guide - Buy a Lotus Europa- Finely-honed handling, distinctive Sixties styling and modest running costs make the Europa an irresistible package. With prices and popularity on the rise, now's the time to seek one out. | ||||
| Article |
Porsche 912 Vs Alpine-Renault A110 Vs Lotus Europa |
70 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars February 2006 | |||
| Smart & small - You don't need a big thirsty engine for the ultimate in sports car thrills. Here's the proof, in a trio that offers excitement like you won't find anywhere else. Alpine-Renault A110, Porsche 912, Lotus Europa Twin Cam. | ||||
| Article |
Classic Cars Spring 2002 pg 98 |
98 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars Spring 2002 | |||
| Lotus Europa. With any Europa you get fantastic handling, crisp performance and worrying frailty as part of the package. This car has all of the original benefits but with reliability and usability you can depend on. | ||||
| Article |
Classic Cars February 2001 pg 63 |
50 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars February 2001 | |||
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Tracking Devices - Classic Car drivers all over the country are indulging in track days, where they have the opportunity to really drive their cars. We test ten of the best track-day classics. 1973 MG Midget, BMW M3, 1962 TVR Grantura, Caterham Seven 1700 Supersprint, 1956 Lancia Aurella B20GT, 1968 Mini Cooper, 1977 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.0, Ferrari 308 GTS QV, Lotus Cortina, 1972 Lotus Europa Twin Cam. |
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| Article |
Classic Cars July 1999 pg 54 |
54 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars July 1999 | |||
| Road test. Mid-engined trailblazers. The Europa S2 and Matra M530A broke new ground in the Sixties, but are now largely overlooked. Martin Buckley finds out why. | ||||
| Article |
"I'm surprised I'm still married" |
42 |
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| Publication | Classics Monthly April 2010 | |||
| "I'm surprised I'm still married" - This remarkably original Lotus Europa kept its owner busy for four long years. | ||||
| Article |
Buyer's Guide - Lotus Europa |
154 |
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| Publication | Classic & Sports Car November 2009 | |||
| Buyer's Guide - Lotus Europa- The first mid-engines Lotus road car offers a thrilling classic drive, says Malcolm McKay. | ||||
| Article |
Lotus position |
58 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart September 2008 | |||
| Lotus position- An engineering pasion brought Andy Blackburn and his Lotus Europa together, but it took a great deal of engineering know-how brought the Europa back to life. | ||||
| Article |
Buying Power - Lotus Europa |
28 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 29 November 2007 | |||
| Buying Power - Lotus Europa- One of the first mid-engined road cars, the Europa proved that the newly Hethel-based sportscar company was not a one-trick pony. Paving the way for the dramatic Esprit, the Europa makes a fine classic sportscar. IAN SEABROOK advised how to avoid buying a pup. | ||||
| Article |
Marque Five - The Lotus Position |
55 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart September 2004 | |||
| Marque Five - The Lotus Position - Lotus have produced some hugely underrated sporting machines over the years. Paul Guinness takes a look at five of the best classic Lotus buys of today. Lotus Europa, Lotus Elite, Lotus Eclat, Lotus Esprit S1, S1 & S3, Lotus Cortina. | ||||
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