Lotus Europa Twin Cam

Overview
Produced: 1971-1975, 9230 produced. (Production figure for all Europas)
Types: Coupe
Engines
CapacityConfigModelBore/StrokeCR
1558ccS4 DOHCLotus (Ford) Twin-cam 1.682.55mm x 72.746mm9.5
Drivetrain and Suspension
DrivetrainSteeringFront SuspensionRear Suspension
Performance
Top Speed0-60SQMMPGEngine PwrComment
117 mph7.5 s105 bhp 6500
Brakes
FrontRearComment
DiscDrum
Auction Sales History
Books
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Article Buying guide - Buy a Lotus Europa
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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
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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
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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
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Publication Classic Cars February 2001

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.

Article Classic Cars July 1999 pg 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"
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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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