2007 Lotus Europa S (Type 121)

Lot Number: 229

2007 Lotus Europa S (Type 121)

A fine example of a rare model in a very distinctive colour combination.

  • ESTIMATE: £15,000 - £18,000

+ buyer's premium of 12.5% plus VAT (15% incl VAT)

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LIVE AUCTION: This lot will be auctioned on Sunday 1st June, 2025 at 11.00am BST at Bicester Heritage, OX26 5HA

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Canyon Red

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    AO57 CXN

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    64721 Miles

SUMMARY

A fine example of a rare model in a very distinctive colour combination.

DESCRIPTION

  • The Europa (Type 121) was conceived by Lotus as a TT, Z4, Porsche Cayman rival
  • Powered by the Ecotec Z20LER 200bhp 2.0-litre turbo previously seen in the VX220
  • Only 458 Europa 'S' were manufactured, most of which were left-hand drive
  • This car is believed to be one of only two finished in Canyon Red over orange leather
  • 64,721 miles indicated. Four former registered keepers. Fresh MOT before the Sale
  • Extensive service history with a stamped book and a folder full of receipts Last service 12/12/24 included full engine-mount kit with torque mount upgrade
  • A Larini sports exhaust was fitted on 29/05/2024 at a cost of £2,255
  • When production stopped, 'S' customers were invited to have a free upgrade to the SE 225bhp ECU and this car is believed to be one of those

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
229
Make
LOTUS
Model
EUROPA S
Registration Number
AO57 CXN
Chassis Number
SCCSC12187HN12837
Engine Number
Z20LER31010174
Transmission
Manual
Body Colour
Canyon Red

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Consignor

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SCORE:

88 / 135

Exterior


Bodywork:

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Remarks

This car is believed to be only one of two produced with Canyon red paintwork and orange leather interior combination.

Interior


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Engine


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Remarks

Last service 12/12/24 included full engine mount kit with torque mount upgrade.

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Remarks

Larini sports exhaust fitted 29/05/2024 at a cost of £2,255.

Electrics


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Remarks

Air con fans work but does not blow cold.

Vehicle History

Remarks

Extensive service history with a stamped book and a folder full of receipts. TOnly 458 Europa S were manufactured most of which were left hand drive. This car is the S and later they bought out the SE with an extra 25bhp, when they stopped production S customers were invited to have a free upgrade to the SE 225bhp ECU and this car is believed to be one that had that undertaken.


About the Seller Rating


A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.

Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car

Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts

Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history

Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history

Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history

Please note all lots must be removed from the venue no later than 2pm on Monday 2nd June. Collections will be from 9am - 2pm. If you cannot collect yourself, please do get in touch with our transport partner, EM Rogers, who will be happy to help you.

Uplift by EM Rogers back to their storage facility in Northampton is £175 plus VAT. Storage is £10 plus VAT per day for the first seven days and £40 plus VAT per week thereafter.

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If you cannot collect, or do not let us know transport arrangements before noon on 2nd June, we will send the car to EM Rogers on your behalf.

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