Classics: Elan or Europa

[DanLewis]

Collective,

I'm in the market for a toy - something to cruise around country lanes and enjoy the lovely British weather. I am torn, practically in half, by the classic Elan and Europa. I have browsed the various sites dedicated to each model but that's just served to confuse the issue as they all make their focal car sound the bees knees (and I'm sure both are). So can someone tell me the pros and cons of each? I know a lot of it will depend on the particular specimen I find but I'm hoping there are some generic pointers (e.g. Car X is generally quicker whilst Y handles better etc etc).

Cheers,

DL

[DanLewis]

Thanks everyone - there's some great advice in this thread. It's always good hearing of others experiences. I think I am going to have to find decent examples of each type and test drive them. A decent looking Sprint lives nearby so I might cheekily pop round to have a look / play (although the earlier Elan's appeal to me more to be honest). I haven't yet factored in the views of She who must be obeyed - although this is clearly badged as my toy I'm experienced enough to know that she'll have executive veto...

[DanLewis]

Breadvan73 said:

If your wife/girlfriend/mistress/casual pickup/rental can get into a Europa whilst wearing a skirt without disclosing TMI, she must be a laydeee.

I'll get each one to try and see how they get on. Not at the same time of course - that would just be asking for trouble.