1972 LOTUS EUROPA

LOTUS EUROPA TWIN CAM

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Mileage: 57,265 mi
Prev owners: 6
Engine: 1.6L
Fuel: Petrol
Gearbox: Manual

Description

his 1972 Lotus Europa Twin Cam is a well-documented example of Chapman’s mid-engined sports car, finished in Lotus Yellow and showing 57,265 miles. It comes with a Lotus Classic Certificate of Vehicle Provenance, and the chassis and engine numbers on the car have been confirmed to match the numbers on the Certificate. It also has a specialist service history with Hofmanns of Henley, Lotus Specialist, and MOT until 21/12/2026. This is a well cared for, beautiful example outside and in. Mechanically in excellent condition.

According to the Lotus factory records, the car was built on 15th December 1971 and invoiced on 4th January 1972 to the Hallamshire Motor Company in the UK, supplied in component form. Chassis number 7*******P and engine number V**7 both match the certificate, which is signed by the Lotus Company Archivist. It was built in Lotus Yellow (L07), with silver wheels and wheel trims recorded as its factory option. There is no recorded colour or plate change, and the car has never been imported or exported. Six keepers are recorded since first registration on 1st January 1972.

The Europa arrived in 1966 and brought a mid-engined layout within reach of the enthusiast, built around a steel backbone chassis with a lightweight glassfibre body. The Twin Cam of late 1971 was a significant step forward. It adopted the 1558cc Lotus-Ford Twin Cam engine from the Elan and Lotus Cortina and lowered the rear sail panels to open up the view behind. Light, low and beautifully balanced, it delivers the kind of analogue driving experience that defines classic Lotus ownership.

This car has been in our care since November 2023, with £7,646.15 inc VAT invoiced over four visits. That began at 56,968 miles with a Classic Lotus Service, a full inspection and four new Yokohama A539 tyres. It continued at 57,023 miles with substantial chassis and running gear work:

Adjustable front damper/spring units

New adjustable rear dampers and coil springs

A new rear lower arm and bushes, with the opposite arm straightened and rebushed

The front anti-roll bar refurbished with new drop links

Fresh gearbox oil, a new water pump drive belt and a new rear gearbox mount

Front wheel bearings serviced and rear brakes adjusted

Clutch and brakes bled, with a DOT4 fluid flush

A full suspension alignment set up for road use

Further Classic Lotus services followed in November 2024 at 57,109 miles and December 2025 at 57,204 miles. The most recent MOT was passed on 22/12/2025 with a single advisory for a slight engine oil leak. The next service is due on 22/12/2026.

Key Features

Lotus Classic Certificate of Vehicle Provenance

Chassis and engine numbers on the car confirmed to match the Certificate

Original Lotus Yellow (L07), no colour change recorded

Factory-recorded option: silver wheels with wheel trims

Adjustable front damper/spring units

Adjustable rear dampers with coil springs, aligned and set up for road use

K&N air filter

Four Yokohama A539 tyres (fitted November 2023)

Service history with Hofmanns of Henley, Lotus Specialist

MOT until 21/12/2026

Hofmanns of Henley are a distinguished motor trade business who excel in customer service & vehicle preparation. Our highly qualified master technicians inspect/prepare every vehicle to the highest standard. We sell premium, warranted vehicles that reflect our desire for quality. We provide exceptional after-sales service and support. At Hofmanns of Henley, excellence is a promise. We are located near Henley train station, Paddington, & the M4 and M40 motorways. We accept part exchanges and offer finance.