1969 Lotus Europa

Make

Lotus

Model

Europa

Year

1969

Listed price

$9,950

Location

College Point

Transmission

Automatic

Mileage

0 miles

The Lotus Europa, introduced in 1966, represented Colin Chapman's audacious vision for a road-going, mid-engined sports car, bringing race-car dynamics to the everyday enthusiast. Its distinctive "breadvan" Kamm-tail design and backbone chassis, cloaked in a lightweight fiberglass body, were revolutionary for its era. Initially powered by a Renault engine, the Europa quickly evolved. The Series 2 (S2), launched in 1968, brought significant refinements, including a bonded, bolt-on body for easier repair, electric windows, and a more luxurious interior, making it a more user-friendly proposition without sacrificing its legendary handling prowess. This 1969 Lotus Europa S2 Type 65, finished in a vibrant yellow over a black interior, presents a unique opportunity for the dedicated enthusiast. Showing 65,540 miles on the odometer, it is offered as a restoration project, a largely complete example that appears to have been in long-term storage. While the paint and interior exhibit the patina of a car that has been sitting, the body itself is noted to be well-preserved, providing a solid foundation for a comprehensive revival. This is a chance to resurrect a true icon of British automotive innovation.