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Lotus Europa Forums => Members Cars => Topic started by: barryinwhb on Thursday,May 14, 2020, 04:27:51 AM
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I bought my first Lotus, a Lotus Europa S2, in kit form in 1971. I really got the bug for Lotus ownership and wanted to upgrade my S2 as soon as the Europa Twin cam was launched. However I could not afford to trade in until 1974 when I bought a 14 month old black Europa Special from Bell & Colvill. To me this was the best driving machine and even when the Esprit was launched I preferred to stick with my Europa Special. So convinced was I that the Europa Special was a truly great car that I still have it 46 years later. I have, of course, owned other Lotuses as well but the Europa Special maintains its place as the most indispensable car in my collection.
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In case I haven't already, :Welcome: Barry!
Nice collection you have there! Thanks for sharing. Don't be a stranger!
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:Welcome:
What a fantastic collection of cars! My Lotus collection is just as impressive except most are 1:43 scale. At least I have one full size Europa.
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:Welcome:
Barry!
It’s a pleasure to hear people still save their favorite items, and keep it pristine.
Dakazman
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:Welcome:
That is a nice collections of Lotus cars present and past! Welcome to the forum. I'm sure you have some great stories with 45 years of ownership.
Cheers,
Ross
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Glad to have you join in ... & thanks for sharing your treasures.
Most of the crew here are north of...40 years or more, dare I say a few of us are in the polar regions!
Great to have another established Europa veteran, for guidance and history from a long time owner. Cheers!
ps...love the 61, had the honor of owning a 51 and a Zink z10 in my FF days. ld
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:Welcome: Awesome collection. I particularly love the Pistachio Green TC.
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Welcome to the forum, Barry. Thanks for the cool photos, especially the period photos. Very cool. :beerchug:
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Hello Barry!
:Welcome:
Mark