Lotus Europe '72

English – Lotus Europe (1972) – British sports car in good condition after older restoration

This Lotus Europe, first registered on May 4, 1972, underwent an older restoration and retains its original specifications. With its striking orange paint and lightweight design, it represents British engineering from the 1970s at its best. Equipped with a manual gearbox and rear-wheel drive, this sporty coupé delivers an authentic driving experience.

Our inspection team at Oldtimerfarm has compiled an expertise report including the following:

Technical specifications

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  Make: Lotus

  
  


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  Model: Europe

  
  


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  Year: 1972

  
  


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  Engine: 1,478 cc

  
  


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  Transmission: 5-speed manual

  
  


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  Drive: Rear-wheel drive

  
  


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  Colour: Orange

  
  


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  Mileage: 104,556 km (indicated mileage)

  
  


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  Chassis number: 7108160400Q

  
  

Condition and notes

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  Bodywork in tidy condition with clean presentation

  
  


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  Repainted in orange – minor paint reactions visible

  
  


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  Underside partly restored – subframe repaired in the past

  
  


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  Tyres with good tread – due for replacement due to age (year 2001)

  
  


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  Interior nicely presented – carpets in good condition

  
  


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  Engine bay and engine in honest condition – shows signs of older restoration

  
  


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  Fluids checked – general maintenance recommended

  
  


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  Battery operational but due for replacement in near future

  
  


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  Gearbox shows wear – reverse gear requires attention

  
  


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  Front right brake sticking slightly – repair recommended

  
  


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  Handbrake requires adjustment

  
  


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  Dashboard and odometer currently non-functional

  
  


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  Electrical system mostly functional – minor points to address

  
  


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  Right front parking light needs adjustment

  
  


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  Play in front right suspension – suspension arms and alignment to be checked

  
  

Strong points

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  Nice overall presentation from earlier restoration

  
  


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  Rare British classic with original character

  
  


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  Solid base for further technical optimisation or detailing

  
  

On display at Oldtimerfarm, Lobulckstraat 9, 9880 Aalter.
Request the full inspection report via info@oldtimerfarm.be or call +32(0)472.40.13.38.
Viewing possible with or without appointment – on-bridge inspection available upon request.
Over 300 classic cars and motorcycles in stock – just 5 minutes from E40 exit Aalter.