Description

1972 Lotus Europa Chassis number 10948 Engine number 725352 Registration number XXC 788K Red Owned since 2013 Much work carried out by S J Sportscars, Crediton when purchased in 2013 (bills on file for £5,928.00 & £2,100.78, see images online) File with receipts and a couple of previous MOT certificates From a Collector of Lotus cars

About the Europa

The Lotus Europa (1966-1975) was Lotus's first mid-engine road car. Designed for the European market (hence the name), the backbone chassis and aerodynamic body delivered superb handling. Renault or Lotus Twin Cam engines. Around 9,200 built. The template for mid-engine Lotus cars to follow.

Known Issues to Watch For

Chassis: Steel backbone - rust critical. Mid-engine layout means chassis rot can be hidden. Engine: Renault - reliable but underpowered. Suspension: Check all bushes. Body: Fibreglass - check stress cracks around suspension mounts. Very low seating position - check floor. Visibility: Notoriously poor rearward due to buttresses.

Desirable Options

Twin Cam engine conversion, good chassis, documented history

1972 Lotus Europa Chassis number 10948 Engine number 725352

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