1974 Lotus Europa Twin Cam (Type 74)
A left-hand-drive Lotus Europa originally sold in the United States and kept for many years in California by a long-term owner in San Bernardino, this mid-engined Renault-powered classic was imported to the United Kingdom in 2019. Prior to sale it received a thorough mechanical recommissioning, including a full engine rebuild by a Lotus specialist to high-performance specification producing around 156 bhp, along with comprehensive suspension and brake refurbishment by a historic race preparation concern.
Ownership
- 2023-02-24Auction saleEstimate £24,000 – £28,000
- 2019 →Acquisition unknownUK importer / consignorpartial documentation
Brought the car to the United Kingdom in 2019; obtained a NOVA number for UK registration and commissioned mechanical and suspension work prior to offering the car at auction.
- Date unknownAcquisition unknownIbson Marshallpartial documentation
Long-term owner based in San Bernardino, California, where the car spent its early life. Details are recorded in the history file accompanying the car.
Competition
No competition history extracted from the catalogue.
Maintenance & restoration
- —Engine rebuildCraig Beck Racing
Complete engine rebuild carried out to a high-performance specification, incorporating a steel crankshaft and connecting rods, JE pistons, and CBR420 camshafts. Twin 40DCOE carburettors fitted with 33 mm chokes; a dynamometer print-out confirms output of 156 bhp at 7,000 rpm.
Work is supported by a photographic record held in the history file.
- —MechanicalJohn Danby Racing
Full refurbishment of suspension and braking system, including installation of new dual brake servos.
Carried out as part of the same pre-sale recommissioning programme; photographic documentation available.
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