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Lotus Seven
SEVEN - Seven
1972 Lotus Seven Roadster
1972
53,716 miles
Manual
Petrol
St Kilda, VIC
No estimate provided
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Listing Source
About the Seven
The Lotus Seven (1957-1972) defined the lightweight sports car formula. Designed by Colin Chapman, the minimalist roadster offered maximum driving thrills with minimal weight. Various series (S1-S4) with Ford or Lotus engines (40-125hp). Around 2,500 built before Lotus sold the design to Caterham. The purest expression of Chapman's "simplify then add lightness" philosophy.
Known Issues to Watch For
Chassis: Space frame - check all tubes for corrosion, particularly around suspension mounts and floor. Crash damage can be hidden. Engine: Various Ford or Lotus units - well understood. Suspension: Check bushes, wishbones. Weather protection: Minimal - these are fair-weather cars. Documentation: Verify authenticity - many replicas exist.
Desirable Options
Twin Cam engine, Earlier series (S2 most desirable), Good provenance, Matching numbers, Competition history
Specifications
Performance
Horsepower85 hp
Engine & Drivetrain
Fuel TypePetrol
TransmissionManual
Drive TypeRWD
Vehicle Details
Year1972
Mileage53,716 miles
Body StyleRoadster
Production Info
Production Years1957 - 1960
GenerationSEVEN
Listing Source
Price on request
197253,716 milesManual