1974 Lotus

Tarp Life is No Life: 1974 Lotus Europa

Lotus Europas have a reputation for being rather fragile.  Part of that is due to Colin Chapman’s never-ending desire to make his cars as light as possible.  Another part of that is Chapman’s perchance for being parsimonious.  When you… more»

Forty Years Hidden: 1974 Lotus Elite

Colin Chapman, the founder of Lotus Cars, was an interesting fellow.  Obsessed with racing, Chapman’s creations won races in everything from amateur hill climbs to Formula One.  His design principle was simple: the lighter the better.   Sometimes too light… more»

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