1973 Lotus Europa John Player Special review from North America
"I need another one!"
What things have gone wrong with the car?
One wheel bearing needed replacement at 45000 miles.
General comments?
Tended to use up OEM rear Dunlops quickly because of the suspension geometry and soft compound.
Only car I ever owned that you could drive to a go cart track, spend two hours driving karts, and feel the same effect when you drove home.
Used to drive 100 miles of curvy roads in the middle of the night just to get a cup of cocoa.
Wish I could find one in good shape!!
35 MPG at 90 MPH!!! 135 MPH with 130 HP. WOW!
| Would you buy another car from this manufacturer? | Yes |
| Year of manufacture | 1973 |
| First year of ownership | 1973 |
| Most recent year of ownership | 1977 |
| Engine and transmission | Manual |
| Performance marks | 10 / 10 |
| Reliability marks | 9 / 10 |
| Comfort marks | 8 / 10 |
| Dealer Service marks | 5 / 10 |
| Running Costs (higher is cheaper) | 10 / 10 |
| Overall marks (average of all marks) | |
| Distance when acquired | 5 miles |
| Most recent distance | 65000 miles |
| Previous car | Oldsmobile Omega |
| Date of Entry | 27th October, 2006 |