Description
Mecanic Gallery presents this 1972 Lotus Europa Twin Cam (RHD).
- Factory production by Lotus at the start of 1972
- Twin Cam: twin-cam engine, 'Big Valve' spec: 130 bhp
- Superb overall condition
- Recent full restoration by a renowned Lotus specialist (restoration fully documented in the history file)
- Carnival Red with beige interior
- Purchased by its last owner in October 2023 from our premises
RESTORATION WORK CARRIED OUT
- Chassis replacement
- Chassis strengthening
- Complete rebuild of the 1600 TC engine (new pistons, special camshafts, large valves, oil pump, tappets…) Big Valve spec
- Dell'Orto 40 carburettors
- Lumenition electronic ignition
- Installation of aluminium fuel tanks
- 4-into-1 exhaust manifold
- Upgraded NG3 5-speed gearbox
- Install of adjustable AVO dampers
- Rear brake discs (Banks kit)
- Reliability improvements to the electrical system
- Replacement of the windscreen
- Full respray of the body in Carnival Red
All of these works are documented in the history file with numerous photographs and invoices, in addition to routine maintenance carried out in our workshops for the current owner since October 2023 (replacement of the four tyres, replacement of front and rear wheel bearings, …).
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
Original right-hand drive
1600cc Twin Cam engine, Big Valve spec – approx. 135 bhp
Reinforced NG3 5-speed gearbox
CONTENT OF THE HISTORY FILE
French collection registration document
Former GB registration documents
Technical inspections
Large collection of invoices (dating back to the early 1980s)
Restoration photo book
Numerous period photos
Vehicle import documents from GB
Handwritten notes from the last owner
Histovec report
Additional photo dossier available on request
Little-known and completely underrated, Lotus Europas, regardless of the series, are cars for enthusiasts.
Built with materials and mechanics that share many points in common with the Berlinettes, Europas can claim to play in the same league as the Alpine.
At least as capable, and sometimes more depending on preparation, these small British cars trade hands among discerning enthusiasts and offer the advantage of a very attractive price compared with the French…
This lovely Europa Twin Cam, probably one of the most intriguing examples currently available on the market, ticks many boxes.
The extensive restoration work carried out by expert hands naturally places it above other market examples. A fine opportunity to consider…
Vehicle visible in our 1000m2 showroom at the gates of Lyon.
Full description & detailed photos on our website in the AUTOS section.
Financing and trade-ins available.
* subject to errors and/ or omissions.
MECANIC GALLERY, your specialist in Sports & Collection vehicles since 2018.
1007 rue Ampère - 69400 Villefranche-sur-Saône (69)
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