Europa Twin Cam 1971. 78K miles. Drives beautifully, sorted, and highly original. Recent bills for more than £14K, plus folder of historic info’. V5C in vendor’s name and 2012 Lotus certificate of provenance confirming VIN and engine number. MoTs to back up mileage. All work since July 2019, when I bought it from a classics dealer, is documented in bills from Lotus specialists Rapid Mechanical Services of Romford. Resprayed in original Carnival Red sometime in the 00s, with photos of work. Recent work includes recon’ gearbox and starter; refurbished original radiator, new fan, thermo’ switch and coolant pipes and new aluminium expansion bottle. New head and sump gaskets, rear main oil seal. New water pump. Electronic ignition and battery isolator. New coil, HT leads and modern alternator. New adjustable dampers and coil over springs. New dash capping. Original Dellortos fully reconditioned. Cylinder head cam followers replaced and re-conditioned by specialist engineer. New battery and air horns. New modern headlights, originals available.
A treat to drive and you'll have to get used to people commenting and taking photos. The steering is so light and precise while the twin cams + refurbed Dellortos make it really sprightly. A real drivers' classic, and no road tax, MoT or ULEZ to pay for.
