Wow – this 1976 Lotus Elite has one of the thickest coatings of dust I can remember seeing on a barn find in recent memory. It’s perfect! Undisturbed, to say the least, as many cars wearing this level of… more»
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Sep 17, 2018 • For Sale • 27 Comments
Barn Find Bread Van: 1967 Lotus Europa S1
This 1967 Lotus Europa S1 is a true barn find, having been in a barn for 28 years before the current owner found it in 2000. They have too many cars and it doesn’t get used so they have… more»
Sep 17, 2018 • Uncategorized • 14 Comments
1 of 121: 1980 Lotus Eclat Project
The early ’80s were not good times for Lotus, the company was in financial trouble. 1980 was a particularly rough year and overall production was down, so any Lotus model in 1980 is bound to be low production. According… more»
Sep 13, 2018 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Giant Killing Project: 1965 Lotus Cortina
The Ford Cortina Lotus was a giant-killing car in the world of saloon car racing. It achieved success in Europe, Australia, and the USA. It was also a wonderfully rewarding road car. This particular Cortina is listed for sale… more»
Sep 6, 2018 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Bond. James Bond: 1977 Lotus Esprit
When people recall the cars used by the famous secret agent in the James Bond movies, the most instantly recognizable car is the Aston Martin DB5 that first appeared in the movie Goldfinger. The next most recognized would have… more»
Aug 25, 2018 • For Sale • 16 Comments
How Bad Could It Be? 1971 Lotus Europa
What are the chances that an old English sports car built by one of the most notable of Marques in the world, currently has an owner nearly begging someone to take it off his hands? Is the seller’s desire… more»
Aug 21, 2018 • Events • 7 Comments
Barn Finds At Lucky Auctions’ Fall Classic!
Where has the summer gone? Fall is almost here and while that’s a bit of a bummer, at least it means cool evenings for cruising around in a classic! It also means it’s time for Lucky Auctions annual Fall… more»
Aug 15, 2018 • For Sale • 11 Comments
Engine Not Included: 1979 Lotus Eclat
The seller proclaims this 1979 Lotus Eclat to be a “DOHC supercar” just before telling us the engine and transmission are not included in the sale. Apparently, it was purchased for the drivetrain, as the seller wasn’t actually interested… more»
Aug 3, 2018 • Uncategorized • 3 Comments
Passion Project: 1976 Lotus Éclat/Sprint
A January, 1976 preview of the new line of Lotus sports and GT cars in Road & Track is largely concerned with the long-awaited Esprit, but drops in on the new 2+2 Éclat long enough to mention that the “name… more»
Jul 26, 2018 • For Sale • 19 Comments
What Could Go Wrong: 1974 Lotus Elite Project
Lotus first applied the Elite name to an achingly pretty two-seat coupe that was produced from 1958 through 1963 and nice ones command high prices. In 1974, Lotus revived the Elite model name and placed it on a four-seat… more»
Jun 29, 2018 • For Sale • 15 Comments
Original Twin Cam: 1974 Lotus Europa
This 1974 Lotus Europa is a desirable twin-cam car, and wears an excellent shade of Kermit green paint (not the official name) that blends nicely with the original Lotus badge on the nose. The seller says it is officially… more»
Jun 24, 2018 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Box Flares and Fat Tires: 1971 Lotus Elan Sprint
While the Grange Motors Racing Team may not spark any obvious connections, the seller is confident this track-prepped Lotus Elan Sprint did duty as one of their race cars back in the day. There certainly seems to be good… more»
Jun 22, 2018 • Uncategorized • 25 Comments
Investor’s Special: 1983 Lotus Esprit Turbo
Growing up, one of my favorite Hot Wheels was a bright red Lotus Esprit. Of course, at the time I had no idea what it was, Lotus wasn’t a well-known car brand in our small Wyoming town. It wasn’t… more»
Jun 16, 2018 • For Sale • 15 Comments
No Leaks, No Hits: 1971 Lotus Europa
This 1971 Lotus Europa seems like a very good deal. $8,900 for an Europa in non-crusty, non-basketcase condition with a ton of recent maintenance completed seems quite fair, especially when sitting on a set of killer Cosmic alloy wheels…. more»
Jun 12, 2018 • For Sale • 17 Comments
Just Delete The Shag: 1971 Lotus Europa
More than ever, I feel like listings on eBay are being pulled and re-posted with increasing frequency. This 1971 Lotus Europa is the most recent up-then-down listing, and it recently re-appeared with a £6,695 Buy-It-Now on eBay UK. The… more»
May 12, 2018 • For Sale • 21 Comments
VIN Swapped Accident Victim: 1966 Lotus Cortina
Witness the power of a Lotus Cortina: the VIN has been swapped; accident damage is extensive; the motor and transmission are gone. Yet it’s still above $1,500 on eBay and the seller is confident enough in a sale that… more»
