My Lotus Europa history

[barryinwhb]

I bought my first Lotus, a Lotus Europa S2, in kit form in 1971. I really got the bug for Lotus ownership and wanted to upgrade my S2 as soon as the Europa Twin cam was launched. However I could not afford to trade in until 1974 when I bought a 14 month old black Europa Special from Bell & Colvill. To me this was the best driving machine and even when the Esprit was launched I preferred to stick with my Europa Special. So convinced was I that the Europa Special was a truly great car that I still have it 46 years later. I have, of course, owned other Lotuses as well but the Europa Special maintains its place as the most indispensable car in my collection.

[BDA]

In case I haven't already,  Barry!

Nice collection you have there! Thanks for sharing. Don't be a stranger!

[1970EuropaGuy]

 

What a fantastic collection of cars! My Lotus collection is just as impressive except most are 1:43 scale. At least I have one full size Europa.

[dakazman]

 
  Barry!

    It’s a pleasure to hear people still save their favorite items, and keep it pristine.
Dakazman

[Rosco5000]

 
That is a nice collections of Lotus cars present and past!  Welcome to the forum.  I'm sure you have some great stories with 45 years of ownership.
Cheers,
Ross

[Lou Drozdowski]

Glad to have you join in ... & thanks for sharing your treasures.

Most of the crew here are north of...40 years or more, dare I say a few of us are in the polar regions!

Great to have another established Europa veteran, for guidance and history from a long time owner. Cheers!

ps...love the 61, had the honor of owning a 51 and a Zink z10 in my FF days. ld

[literarymadness]

   Awesome collection. I particularly love the Pistachio Green TC. 

[Bainford]

Welcome to the forum, Barry. Thanks for the cool photos, especially the period photos. Very cool. 

[lotusfanatic]

Hello Barry!

 

Mark