Tamiya 24212 - 1/24 Lotus Europa Special  [24212]

In regards to the Lotus Europa Special:

• Founder of Lotus Cars, Colin Chapman was looking for an upgraded for the Lotus Seven within the early sixties. In 1966, adopting the development concept of "an affordable sports vehicle with a base appropriate racing", Lotus introduced the Europa.
  The Europa's many distinctive features are its unbelievably lower torso and its mid-ship mounted motor, which at that time ended up being found just on rushing cars. As the title implies, and as it was to be released first in Europe, principally France, the Europa had been equipped with an engine and gearbox furnished by Renault 16. It includes a box part Y-shaped backbone framework, that was refined regarding Elan, and a polyester human body, which plays a role in weight savings. A stabilizer mounted dual wishbone system comprises the front suspension system, and a package constructed radius supply with a left/right independent lower website link accocunts for the rear. The lightweight body and exemplary balance through the mid-ship enables first class cornering.

  Following the lotus Europa Series 1, powerful machines were added and various improvements had been made to its successors: Europa Series 2, Europa Twim Cam, and the last version, released in 1972, the Europa Special. The Unique features a "big valve" 126hp 1558cc four cylinder DOHC engine, a five speed transmission and alloy tires. Lover of recreations automobiles and renowed "idea man", Colin Chapman created this lightweight sports car masterpiece, the Lotus Europa.