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£27,500
1973 Lotus Europa Twin Cam John Player Special 5-Speed
United States • 10 Jun 2026
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AI Listing Summary
This 1973 Lotus Europa Twin Cam JPS edition has been meticulously restored in 2025, featuring a rebuilt engine and transaxle, fresh paint, and a re-trimmed interior. It presents as an excellent example of a rare classic, ready for its next owner.
Condition
8
The car has undergone a comprehensive restoration in 2025, including engine, transaxle, suspension, paint, and interior. While the engine runs rough until warmed up, indicating a minor issue, the overall condition is excellent post-restoration. It has minimal cosmetic imperfections and requires very little reconditioning.
/ 10
Transmission:
Manual
Chassis No:
73043287R
Odometer:
27,000 miles
Reg Number:
[Reg Number]
RHD/LHD:
RHD
TMU 1.6-Liter Twin-Cam Inline-Four Five-Speed Manual Transaxle Black Paint Black Vinyl Upholstery 13" Alloy Wheels Twin Stromberg Carburetors JPS Badge Service Records
This 1973 Lotus Europa Twin Cam is one of 100 planned examples produced with a black finish and gold striping to commemorate Team Lotus’s 1972 Formula 1 World Championship.
The owner acquired the car in 2018, and a subsequent restoration was completed in 2025.
Work included rebuilding the engine and transaxle, replacing suspension components, repainting the body, and re-trimming the interior.
Power is provided by a mid-mounted 1,558cc inline-four paired with a five-speed manual transaxle, and equipment includes 13″ alloy wheels, power-assisted front disc brakes, twin Zenith-Stromberg carburetors, fixed-back bucket seats, power-operated side windows, and a Pioneer CD stereo.
This Type 74 Europa is now offered on behalf of the owner with an owner’s manual, a carburetor tuning guide, service records, and a clean Illinoi...
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£4,896
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£19,288
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£40,163
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