I might have had a tough time figuring out what to call this car, but I’ll tell you what, I know I love it, whatever it is! Unusually for a vintage race car, it’s offered here on craigslist and is located… more»
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Sep 9, 2016 • For Sale • 27 Comments
$6,495 Sweet Elite! 1974 Lotus Elite
This rare beauty is a 1974 Lotus Elite and it’s in Huntington Beach, California. It’s listed on eBay with a Buy It Now price of $6,495! Whether you like these cars or not, you have to agree that’s a… more»
Aug 15, 2016 • For Sale • 12 Comments
Clothes-Rack Special: 1979 Lotus Esprit
So, my wife and just bought a house. We tried to last year, but it ended up being a real bear of a project so we passed. This place we’re moving to is in much better condition, so there’s… more»
Jul 29, 2016 • For Sale • 30 Comments
It’s Time for: Classic Copart Finds!
It’s been a while since I binged on Copart finds, so I took a stroll through the online auctions to see what classics have been totaled, donated or otherwise left for dead in wrecking yards across the U.S.A. Let’s… more»
Jul 24, 2016 • For Sale • 6 Comments
Player’s Special: 1974 Lotus Europa
I’m not exactly sure why this Lotus is parked in what appears to be a gym, but the seller claims it has been in climate controlled storage for most of its life. I’m assuming it was storage somewhere other… more»
Jul 14, 2016 • For Sale • 16 Comments
A Strong Cup Of Tea: 1970 Lotus Europa V8
When thinking of a classic Lotus, we all want and imagine that Lotus having the DOHC Lotus engine that is all too familiar. But not every lotus had that wonderful twin cam engine. Some Europas came with a Renault… more»
Jun 15, 2016 • For Sale • 32 Comments
Number 95: 1973 Lotus Europa Special
When it comes to affordable and fun sport cars, the Lotus Europa is absolutely packed with value. We’ve seen quite a few of these in barn find and project form, but there is always one issue with taking one… more»
May 25, 2016 • For Sale • 8 Comments
Oh, The Rust Of It! 1966 Lotus Cortina
Do you really want a Lotus Cortina? I mean really want one? Then I’m sure you know their prices have soared through the roof. Still, it’s hard for me to believe that a small British Ford with a fancy engine and… more»
Apr 22, 2016 • For Sale • 14 Comments
1 Of 1! Lotus M90 Prototype
Yes, this most assuredly is a Lotus, yes, it is a one of one prototype, and yes, it’s in Houston, Texas, of all places. It’s also for sale here on eBay, where the opening bid is $10,000 — chump… more»
Apr 6, 2016 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Some Assembly Required: 1969 Lotus Europa S2
We’ve had some tired-looking Lotus Europas on Barn Finds lately; this time there’s the chance to finish a project the way you want to finish it. Frequent finder Jim S. uncovered this car, which is up for sale here… more»
Apr 2, 2016 • For Sale • 24 Comments
Not For Hobbits: 1971 Lotus Europa For $3k
I got pretty excited when I first saw this Europa that Jon sent in! The striping made me wonder if it was a John Player Special. The ’71 production date probably rules that out, but this could still be… more»
Mar 2, 2016 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Runs And Drives: 1979 Lotus Eclat Sprint
We’ve actually featured quite a few Lotuses lately, granted they have mostly been Lotus tuned Ford Cortinas, but they are still rare! It seems like most of the love for classic Lotuses is directed towards the Elan and occasionally… more»
Feb 28, 2016 • For Sale • 12 Comments
1969 Lotus Cortina For $135!!!
If you missed out on that great Mk1 Lotus Cortina we featured last week, then here is your second chance. Sure, it’s a Mk2 that was assembled at the Ford factory and not at Lotus headquarters. Sure, it may… more»
Feb 28, 2016 • Stories Success Stories • 8 Comments
Success Story: Lotus Cortina Sold Within A Week!
Last Sunday we featured a Lotus Cortina that was owned by the late Kevin Corcoran. It looked like a great car so we were happy when Andy, a friend who was helping Kevin’s wife with the sale, decided to… more»
Feb 23, 2016 • For Sale • 10 Comments
Rusty Investment: 1966 Lotus Cortina
The other day, Jesse posted a Barn Finds exclusive that was perhaps one of my favorite features I’ve yet seen on the site: a survivor-grade, enthusiast-loved 1966 Lotus Cortina. After seeing so many rusty examples come up for grabs as of… more»
Feb 21, 2016 • Exclusives For Sale • 21 Comments
BF Exclusive: 1966 Lotus Cortina
UPDATE: The car has sold within one week to a Barn Finds reader. Thanks Andy! We feel very honored to feature this car. Not only is a Lotus Cortina a very special car, but this particular one has a… more»
