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• 1969 Lotus Europa with 4-speed manual gearbox • 1, 470 cc engine • Indicated mileage of 79, 178 km • Older professional restoration • Dutch registration documents, E705 and Belgian Car-Pass present. The Lotus Europa is a British sports car with a strong character, built entirely around low weight, compact dimensions and a direct driving experience. Its extremely low profile, mid-engined layout and distinctive styling make it one of the most recognisable Lotus models of its era. This example was first registered on 30 June 1969 and is presented in Yellow. The 1, 470 cc engine is paired with a 4-speed manual gearbox. The indicated mileage is 79, 178 km. The chassis number is 541045. The car has benefited in the past from a professional restoration. The bodywork has been repainted and shows typical signs of use. The underside is original and in good condition, and is presented in an uncleaned state. The interior is original and shows signs of use. Mechanically, the engine is in good condition following an older restoration, and the car has been well maintained. The clutch and gearbox work correctly. Work remains to be done on the brakes, the electrical system and the front suspension. Our Oldtimerfarm inspection team has produced an inspection report for this car. Technical data • Make: Lotus • Model: Europa • Year: 1969 • Date of first registration: 30/ 06/ 1969 • Engine capacity: 1, 470 cc • Transmission: 4-speed manual gearbox • Colour: Yellow • Indicated mileage: 79, 178 km • Chassis number: 541045. Condition and points of attention. Restoration and originality: Older professional restoration. Bodywork: Repainted. Signs of use. Paintwork: Typical signs of use. Paint reaction present. Underside: Original and in good condition. Uncleaned state. Brake lines show rust. Rear brake hoses have been replaced with rigid lines. Tyres: Good condition. Front tyres date from 2010. Rear tyres date from 2025. Rear tyres are too wide and rub in the wheel arches. Interior and carpets: Original interior. Typical signs of use. Carpets in used condition. Driver's seat torn. Dashboard veneer is peeling. No seatbelts present. Chassis number check: Original and legible. Location: right-hand rear chassis rail in the engine bay. Engine bay: Older restoration. Engine and mechanicals. Engine: Good older restoration. Coolant loss at the reservoir. Fluids and maintenance: Well maintained. Battery: Good condition. Can last a few more years. Clutch: Works correctly. Gearbox: 4-speed manual gearbox. Works correctly. Brakes: Repair required. Rear left brake not working. Brake ******* is hard. Insufficient braking. Handbrake: Works correctly. Electrical system: Wipers working. Horn not working. Heater working. Dashboard instruments working. The key can be removed from the ignition switch in any position. The ignition stays permanently live when the battery is connected. The charge warning light does not work. The rev counter does not work. Lighting: Works correctly. Axles and suspension: Repair required. Front torsion bar bushes are broken. Play in the front wheel bearings. Documents: Dutch registration documents. E705 present. Belgian Car-Pass present. Car-Pass: - details above details below This Lotus Europa can be viewed at Oldtimerfarm, Lobulckstraat 9, 9880 Aalter, Belgium. Visits are possible with or without an appointment. If desired, the car can also be inspected on the ramp. Oldtimerfarm has more than 300 classic cars and motorcycles and is just 5 minutes from the Aalter exit of the E40 motorway. Also discover our videos: Warranty: - details above Classic car mileage (km/ miles): - details above Purchase procedure: - details above
