[{"id": 3587079, "authorName": "Mastergtr6", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mastergtr6/", "bidAmount": 2500, "content": "$2,500 bid placed by Mastergtr6", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566940440, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3587287, "authorName": "minipaul", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/minipaul/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Lovely... I think I still have my old Europa workshop manual...", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566942225, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3587326, "authorName": "ekmcmullen", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ekmcmullen/", "bidAmount": 3500, "content": "$3,500 bid placed by ekmcmullen", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566943203, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3587346, "authorName": "Fred", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fred/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "BRG is a rare color for Lotus, except for Lotus 7. I don't why it's really handsome. Still I'm keeping my red Elan, if for no other reason it's easier to get and out of without the top.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566943806, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3587464, "authorName": "Mike_Breinin", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mike_breinin/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "So primitive by today's standards...but I imagine it was quite the sensation when new. Like a small displacement Formula car with a body stuck over it.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1566947092, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3587547, "authorName": "Super7Driver", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/super7driver/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The Miles Wilkins book is a plus, it\u2019s very useful and I think out of print. Looks like a really solid Europa. With the brake boosters removed, has the master cylinder been replaced with a smaller diameter one? If not, the pedal effort will be very high.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1566949314, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3587552, "authorName": "TommyC", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tommyc/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "These cars continue to be underrated and underpriced but have enormous potential when set up properly.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1566949473, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3587569, "authorName": "Esprit2", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/esprit2/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A Europa is like a Formula 2 car with a 2-door motorcycle fairing. They may be primitive by today's standards, or they may be the sort of race car for the street magic that gov't regulations won't allow to be built any more. Don't look down your nose at one until you have driven one. They're pretty amazing.", "likes": 5, "timestamp": 1566950128, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3587585, "authorName": "135ivert", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/135ivert/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I never understood the scale of these cars until I saw a picture of one parked next to a sedan, say a Honda Accord. I love it. Dark BRG is an excellent color over either tan or black.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566950658, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3587611, "authorName": "George_Curl", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/george_curl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Beautiful, just beautiful. I've driven several and they are well balanced and corner on rails. At 70 adn 6'3\" 215, I can no longer fold like a pretzel. I surely wish I could.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566951394, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3587723, "authorName": "Macclad1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/macclad1/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This is well done and the car well modified and maintained by the looks of it. The engine compartment is nice, not a rusted out disaster like so so many. The photography and presentation are thorough and good. At 3500 (current bid) it's a freaking bargain.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566954778, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3587781, "authorName": "gmarshal01", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gmarshal01/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Super 7 driver. You need not replace the master cylinder when you remove the brake booster. You can install larger rear cylinders for the same effect.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566956323, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3587818, "authorName": "BIgguy6216", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bigguy6216/", "bidAmount": 4000, "content": "$4,000 bid placed by BIgguy6216", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566957722, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3587928, "authorName": "Super7Driver", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/super7driver/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@gmarshal01, thanks, I didn\u2019t know of that solution. My Twin Cam Special had the boosters removed when I got it, and it had anti-lock brakes, but not in a good way. I got a smaller bore master from Rich Kampena Motors, and along with EBC Greenstuff front brake pads, the brakes were much much improved.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566961740, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3588144, "authorName": "4CAlfa", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/4calfa/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "And the reason for the pop out window and '70s sunroof is?", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1566978042, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3588147, "authorName": "Esprit2", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/esprit2/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@George_Curl -- Keep driving 'em George, that's what keeps you flexible. I've been using Europas as my daily drivers since 1975. I've got a Winter car and the Europa, and they each have their own seasons. The Winter car hasn't turned a wheel since the roads went salt-free last Spring, and it won't come back out until the snowflakes fly again. I'm 72, 6' and 230 pounds, and I have about 400,000 miles in Europas. Practice, practice practice... that's why I can still slide in and out without a problem. Get back into the game!", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1566978819, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3588182, "authorName": "111r", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/111r/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Agree that the sunroof was an unfortunate decision. This was a thing to do back in the 70's.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566988147, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3588183, "authorName": "Shredne", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shredne/", "bidAmount": 4500, "content": "$4,500 bid placed by Shredne", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566988288, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3588209, "authorName": "Britcarguy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/britcarguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If you are willing to repaint the car, the sunroof can be replaced with the cut-out panel that the owner thankfully saved. My TC came with a sunroof, too, and I had to find a whole top section to cut out the portion needed. Bevel the edges of the top and piece, make a bunch of 3 inch straps from aluminum stock and screw them into the roof and panel from below. Grind off screw threads on top and glass in the gap. Remove the screws from below and then finish as any fiberglass repair.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1566992143, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3588218, "authorName": "Pippins", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/pippins/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@gmarshal01 - I think you might be giving poor advise. Unless there is a something different about this cars brake system than others, upsizing the rear slave cylinders without a corresponding upsizing of the front would cause a large change in the balance of the brakes (in this case causing a rear bias). Atleast when you change the pedal ratio or master cylinder size you still have the factory's bias set up. I would be concerned that the rear end of your car is now doing the majority of the braking with potentially dangerous results in a true emergency.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1566992629, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3588251, "authorName": "sskeep (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sskeep/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A few clarifications:\r\n1)\tThe brake boosters were already removed when I got the car. The brake master cylinder was not replaced with a bigger unit. The original unit in the car was rebuilt and the back brake cylinders were replaced. The brake pedal does take high effort, I guess the original brake boosters were there for a reason.\r\n2)\tI do have the roof panel that was cut out for the sunroof. Even though it\u2019s not original I like the sun roof as it lightens up the interior of the car.\r\n3)\tThe pop out plexiglass driver's side window allows you to put your arm on the door window sill. When putting down Europa windows they stop 2 inches above the window sill which prevent resting you elbow on the window sill. The driver\u2019s door with the custom window is from a 1974 Europa. The original door comes along with the car and is shown in the very last picture. The removed winnow fits nicely in the front trunk.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1566994708, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3588395, "authorName": "Audevi15", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/audevi15/", "bidAmount": 4600, "content": "$4,600 bid placed by Audevi15", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1566998180, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3588456, "authorName": "CCM911", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ccm911/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have a 1974 TC with the brake boosters removed, and am still running the original rebuilt MC. It stops fine. No need for drama, LOL.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1567000015, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3588585, "authorName": "rkr1957", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rkr1957/", "bidAmount": 7500, "content": "$7,500 bid placed by rkr1957", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567002566, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3588807, "authorName": "JPSO86", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jpso86/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The original brake boosters operate by witchcraft but if you can get them to work properly they are divine.\nThe brakes on my Europa, with the brake boosters, are telepathic. They have the same feel as handbrakes on a ten speed bike.\nThe ball of your foot is directly connected to the tire contact patch.\nYou can approach turns, apply the brakes, turn in and modulate pressure and get the tires to just chirp chirp chirp at the limit of traction.\nIt is pricey to get the boosters properly rebuilt though.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1567006867, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3588828, "authorName": "Mgaguy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mgaguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That looks like quite a puddle of oil under the car\r\nLove the BRG on this. Can\u2019t say I\u2019ve seen one in this color", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567007269, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3588971, "authorName": "Rocky49", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rocky49/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "nice car, does the sunroof whistle, Whine or leak?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567009801, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3588972, "authorName": "Rocky49", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rocky49/", "bidAmount": 7600, "content": "$7,600 bid placed by Rocky49", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567009840, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3589239, "authorName": "rkr1957", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rkr1957/", "bidAmount": 8000, "content": "$8,000 bid placed by rkr1957", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567014813, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3589352, "authorName": "eshorer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eshorer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "So, what's the word on the BaT street: Two yrs ago eight bidders took this to 17k with a Reserve. With the few stated improvements but NO Reserve, is it likely to sell in that range?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567015800, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3589388, "authorName": "mykrubix", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mykrubix/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What is the fluid trail around and puddle under the car? Is that engine oil?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567016143, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3589859, "authorName": "goober", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/goober/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@BaT - the Twin Cam Europa is the version that came after the Series 2 Europa. If it was given a series number it would be the Series 3, but it's never called that. \r\n\r\n@sskeep - you can modify the window mechanism in the Europa, so that it will wind all the way down. See here http://www.lotuseuropa.org/LotusForum/index.php?topic=1648\r\n\r\n@Britcarguy - the aluminum straps are for temporary support while the repair is made. Right?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567018634, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3589936, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@goober Thanks for the info -- this has been removed!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567019180, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3590071, "authorName": "Britcarguy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/britcarguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@goober Yes you peel off the aluminum strips. At that point, if you have protected the interior and yourself, you could add some strips of fiberglass on the overhead for reinforcement. Really messy.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567019935, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3590563, "authorName": "amike", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/amike/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My Left Front tire rubs when turned all the way too, mine has also been lowered from the horrid USA ride height. I wouldn't worry about that.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567023235, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3590802, "authorName": "sskeep (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sskeep/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@mgaguy - Yes the car definitely does leak oil. The PO used some red silicone? to stop the leaks. I had a mechanic look at it and he said that it\u2019s not unusual to do this to try to stop leaks, however the leaks persist.\r\n\r\n@Rocky49 - as far as the sun roof, with all the noise driving, road noise, engine behind your head, and other creeks in the car I\u2019ve never noticed the sun roof whistling. The car has never seen rain in my ownership and when I washed it for the BAT photo shoot I did not notice any leaking. To be fair, I gently washed the car, not full on soaking with the hose.\r\n\r\n@goober \u2013 Great tip on modifying the window. That would have been much easier than replacing the door and having the Plexiglas window made!\r\n\r\nAll \u2013 I\u2019m selling the car because I\u2019m not a mechanic and I\u2019ve been having the work done on the car at British car specialist garages, which turns out to be very expensive. I\u2019ve loved Europa\u2019s ever since I saw my first one in 1974 at a local new car show. I bought this to fulfill my dream, but as I said you really need to be able to do the work yourself to keep the cost at a reasonable level.\r\n\r\nHere is some more info on the car. The doors have the desirable stainless steel replacement hinges. The passenger door closes fine, but the driver\u2019s door has a 1 inch drop. \r\n\r\nThe PO put in a custom aluminum radiator and new fan and duct work. The radiator fan runs whenever the car is on so either there isn\u2019t a thermostat or it\u2019s not working properly. \r\n\r\n@amike \u2013 thanks for letting me know that my car is not the only one that rubs.\r\n\r\n I had a shop go through the electrical system to make sure all the lights work; the previous owner eliminated all the buzzers. When I got the car back from having the tachometer rebuilt and the electrical system cleaned up I noticed the speedometer was not working. Not sure but they may have accidentally disconnected the speedometer during this work. I only drove about 40 miles with the speedo not working. When it was working the needle bounced around some so the cable may need lubricating/replacing.\r\n\r\nPlease keep the questions coming and I will answer them the best I can.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1567024902, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3591373, "authorName": "CCM911", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ccm911/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@amike The fronts rub because he is running 185s on the front. A cheap fix, and nothing to really worry about.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567029579, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3591401, "authorName": "lotuskarlo", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/lotuskarlo/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "a 336 or a 352 4 speed?\nlooking at your VIN of 2068, I suspect a 336 transaxle.\nI had a 352 with a VIN of 2227", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567030663, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3591591, "authorName": "sskeep (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sskeep/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@lotuskarlo I believe it is the 336 4 -speed. The shift linkage is on the side of the transmission case not on the back.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1567036242, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3591880, "authorName": "literarymadness", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/literarymadness/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "The Europa's closest competition back then in 72 was the Dino 246 GT. It was double the money. It also was 800 lbs heavier but had close to the same power to weight ratio as the Twin Cam. Back then, Lotus was doing a pretty good job of beating the prancing horse in Formula 1 on a regular basis. Today, the Dino is worth $400,000 plus and the Europa? ....performance car bargain extraordinaire. It is amazing to me how undervalued Europas are. But I can't see that lasting forever.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1567044246, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3592583, "authorName": "TomPayne", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/tompayne/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Having recently sold my VW here on BaT I would say that this is probably the most reality-based comment that I've seen about owning many of the cars that pass through this website: \n\n\"All \u2013 I\u2019m selling the car because I\u2019m not a mechanic and I\u2019ve been having the work done on the car at (fill-in-the-blank) car specialist garages, which turns out to be very expensive. I\u2019ve loved (Select make/model) ever since I saw my first one in (date) at a local new car show. I bought this to fulfill my dream, but as I said you really need to be able to do the work yourself to keep the cost at a reasonable level.\"\n\nI should note that one of the few remaining \nreputable air-cooled shops in the Charlotte-area is now up to $100 flat-rate. That adds up, especially when you're dealing with a VW Beetle. I suspect that for many of us the challenge of learning to repair them ourselves is a big part of the attraction of ownership. I'm really looking forward to tearing into my Caterham once the driving season has passed.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1567087089, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3595141, "authorName": "Bricklin2117", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bricklin2117/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Lotus in lettuce green!! Interesting cars and manufacturing process. Take out anything that doesn't make the car go fast!! GLWTA", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1567115285, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3596184, "authorName": "Corrosion_Acres", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/corrosion_acres/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Oil leaks? One word: Hylomar. Of course, you have to disassemble things to seal it, but that's what winter is for, right?", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1567167643, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3598781, "authorName": "63alfaspy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/63alfaspy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Being an east coaster way back when my interest was first piqued in \"foreign\" cars and MG's were my first foray while various friends dabbled in Healey's and M.Minor and and it sorted rounded all out with Watkins Glen circa late 60's with the riot as part of the entire scenario. Then too there was the cliquish beret'ed Shelby 289 owner who was holding court -- he was older than us and part of that set that lived out of the town proper where the \"rich\" kids lived. In hindsight it does seem that \"kids\" is entirely appropriate considering what age has wrought on us all. My Alfa came not long after that whirlwind summer so long ago. Sigh.. At any rate, to get to the point. I like these.. Don't think the carbs are the best --SU's are better.. Ive rebuilt SU's --had them on all 3 of my Volvo's. My question at this point is what about those seat backs? they look quite laid back. While I've never sat in one of these Im sure the position is quite laid back but looking at the backs it looks like one cant actually get some back support per se? I like all the room to work on the engine as well. Twin cam.. kind of my favorite.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567199573, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3598993, "authorName": "63alfaspy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/63alfaspy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Read the comments after posting--interesting re/brake booster delete. I drove my last Volvo for about a month without a booster was waiting to pick up a used. Intolerable amount of pedal pressure required. Not to mention dangerous . @Super7Driver does the change out of master cylinder bring the braking capacity truly into the realm of normal braking ability? As good or almost as good as a boosted system?", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567201371, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3599047, "authorName": "Super7Driver", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/super7driver/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@63alfaspy, I didn't drive my car before and after brake-booster removal, but I can say that with stock components but no boosters, I could not easily lock the front brakes. After I moved to the smaller bore MC and softer front brake pads, the brakes were absolutely fine, and typical of other non-boosted brake systems in my experience (TR4, MGB, Caterham). As for your question about seats, yes, Europa seats are canted back a bit (and not adjustable), but the seating position is very comfortable once in.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1567201872, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3599815, "authorName": "Welcome1", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/welcome1/", "bidAmount": 8100, "content": "$8,100 bid placed by Welcome1", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567231218, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3600343, "authorName": "fox4gib", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fox4gib/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@63alfaspy, I concur 100%. Drove my Twin Cam Special for many years with the boosters and now for at least 15 years without the boosters. It does require more pressure on the brake pedal, but no more than many of the cars you mentioned. Bottom line, a Europa without the brake boosters and just the stock master cylinder works perfectly fine.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1567266858, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3600393, "authorName": "manpot", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/manpot/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "My favorite Lotus..as said these are greatly underated..", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1567268075, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3600412, "authorName": "63alfaspy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/63alfaspy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@sskeep Can you give more info on just where the oil is leaking from and take a picture of that area wherever it is? From what you said it would seem that the mechanic tried to stop the leak by smearing sealant over the area instead of disassembling ? Appreciate any info you can add about this.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567268603, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3600545, "authorName": "Guidodevita", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/guidodevita/", "bidAmount": 8200, "content": "$8,200 bid placed by Guidodevita", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567273438, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3600673, "authorName": "azguy238", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/azguy238/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I used to have one of these back in the 70's that I drove to work from Orange, CA to downtown LA every day. My wife finally asked to ride in/drive it....that's when I got my first Porsche 911 at her insistence. LOL", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1567278420, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3600950, "authorName": "Rocky49", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rocky49/", "bidAmount": 8300, "content": "$8,300 bid placed by Rocky49", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567293338, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3601066, "authorName": "Guidodevita", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/guidodevita/", "bidAmount": 8400, "content": "$8,400 bid placed by Guidodevita", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567300059, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3601148, "authorName": "combray", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/combray/", "bidAmount": 8500, "content": "$8,500 bid placed by combray", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567303477, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3601212, "authorName": "jimijimi", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/jimijimi/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Lovely little Lotus. Just remembering again that Uncle Tom McCahill said that no curve in the road seemed worth slowing down for when he tested one in MI way back then. \n\nWish I had room for one in my garage...if I had a garage. Maybe I could park it UNDER my wife's Honda Pilot.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1567307846, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3601348, "authorName": "Spaz", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/spaz/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice car and looks somewhat drivable the way it is. It's typical for a shop that is not familiar with these cars to bitch the trans output shaft instal causing a leak. If that is the source it's a relatively easy fix but requires shimming and new seals and o ring. It's all preloaded with a roll pin. The drivers dior sag is also common. Several suppliers have improved kits to resolve the issue. If the bobbins are worn in the body well that's a bigger issue. They can be reamed and rebushed. The fit of the body panels is typical for Lotus of the day. The lower body sills are missing as is the chrome windshield trim. All that said these are wonderful LITTLE cars. A nice thin sole shoe is a must and get used to sitting canted towards the center of the car a bit. The brake issue has a lot of resolutions including Nissan masters etc and is well documented. Or alternately why bother slowing down, just turn the wheel. The car will do more than you can imagine. I bought mine because they are so underrated and a great buy at present. I'm down the home stretch on a fullbresoration and it's been fun. If you are new to restorations this is a great intro. The body comes fully off the car in a day and exposes everything and parts are available readily. Power to weight and handling are fantastic and You would be hard pressed to find anything as ridiculously tiny agile and fun to drive. GLWA.", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1567336363, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3601438, "authorName": "Guidodevita", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/guidodevita/", "bidAmount": 8600, "content": "$8,600 bid placed by Guidodevita", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567345046, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3601734, "authorName": "sskeep (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sskeep/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I just sent 4 photos to BAT to show where the oil leak is. There is red stuff, I'm not sure what it is but a mechanic said that it is silicone, smeared in several areas where the head meets the block on both sides of the engine. If you don't want to wait for BAT to post the photos PM me and I will email them to you them to you.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567359776, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3601822, "authorName": "fast_fred", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fast_fred/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Have nothing but good about these cars; if I weren't 70. Sure like what's being offered.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1567363977, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3601922, "authorName": "Siowner", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/siowner/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "BRG is always great on a British sportscar. It's a nice one. They had to be well taken care of because I don't think they were quite as sturdy as an MG or Triumph. Just summer driving probably the best. These cars are sharp looking and they draw a lot of looks and questions. 1600 cc. is a good size for an engine because it's a light car.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567369648, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3601925, "authorName": "Rocky49", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rocky49/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "What does 70 have to do with it!!! I am 70 and bidding on I, Life is too short to go slow! If you are 70 and not driving a sports car and can afford it what are you waiting for!!! If you are a guy you have already outlived your average life expectancy for males born before 1950. If you are an American male, you have definitely outlived your average life expectancy (anybody remember Vietnam???) Served in the CAF/ RCAF at the time of Vietnam and miss too many good USAF pilots I met on exchange.. JGot my first Europa rides when I was hitchhiking to flying lessons!!!", "likes": 15, "timestamp": 1567369740, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3601927, "authorName": "Rocky49", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rocky49/", "bidAmount": 8700, "content": "$8,700 bid placed by Rocky49", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567369758, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3601943, "authorName": "Yddraigoch", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/yddraigoch/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "70 isn't even the legal limit in parts of Texas. I've had an Elan, two Super 7's, a 23, and a 51, but I've always wanted a Europa.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567370475, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3601990, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Additional photos have been added to the gallery.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567374190, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3602089, "authorName": "George_Curl", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/george_curl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Rocky 49. \r\nat 70 I'm still racing a vintage B, driving a 74 B and a 56 190SL. My weekend office is a 458 Ferrari. Yes I too was in SEA, I remember it well. I just don't fold like a pretzel anymore.Beautiful car, i'd love to have it, but better sense prevails.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1567381475, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3602090, "authorName": "George_Curl", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/george_curl/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Rocky49,\r\nAt 70 I'm still racing a 64 MGB, drivngf a 74 B and a 56 190SL. My weekend office is a 458 Ferrari. I to was in SEA, but didn't leave anything there (except my innocence ) that I want to go find. Beautiful car, I hope you end up with it.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1567381663, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3602330, "authorName": "bravobridget", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bravobridget/", "bidAmount": 8800, "content": "$8,800 bid placed by bravobridget", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567407320, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3602365, "authorName": "bravobridget", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bravobridget/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Do you have a video of the car starting that you can post? My guess at the wheel rubbing on full lock is possibly the Spitfire steering rack - Spitfires have a very tight turning circle which is perhaps too much for this car. I don't see it as a problem in any case.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567422920, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3602395, "authorName": "Glen_S", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/glen_s/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Just drove my recently completed 3 year restoration 72 Europa TC 800 miles to LOG39 and back. These are very comfortable Long Road Trip Sports Cars and are exciting to drive. This one looks to be in decent condition and will provide the new owner with years of unique sports car ownership. Just be prepared for lots of questions at every fuel stop. The 72 Twin Cams did not have the chrome strips along the bottom edge of the car, those came with the twin cam special. All Lotus\u2019 leak oil. Get used to it.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1567428129, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3602478, "authorName": "Guidodevita", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/guidodevita/", "bidAmount": 8900, "content": "$8,900 bid placed by Guidodevita", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567430843, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3602823, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "A start-up and driving video have been posted above. Thanks for viewing!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567441229, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3603762, "authorName": "combray", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/combray/", "bidAmount": 9000, "content": "$9,000 bid placed by combray", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567452915, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3603948, "authorName": "Guidodevita", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/guidodevita/", "bidAmount": 9200, "content": "$9,200 bid placed by Guidodevita", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567454032, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3604062, "authorName": "Remko", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/remko/", "bidAmount": 9300, "content": "$9,300 bid placed by Remko", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567455132, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3604302, "authorName": "Guidodevita", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/guidodevita/", "bidAmount": 9400, "content": "$9,400 bid placed by Guidodevita", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567457560, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3604606, "authorName": "combray", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/combray/", "bidAmount": 9500, "content": "$9,500 bid placed by combray", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567461496, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3604952, "authorName": "no_one", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/no_one/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I live about 40 miles from Landenberg so this afternoon I took a look at the car in person; I have an S2 (and two other Lotus) so I was not actively seeking to add a fourth to the stable. I talked with the owner at length about the car and can state unequivocally that the car is as described. The paint is very good and the recently chromed bumpers shine as one would expect. \r\nThe two obvious changed made by a previous owner (the tinted roof and S1A window) could both be reversed if that is an issue for a prospective buyer who desires originality. The left door does not close correctly and is in need of adjustment; the owner stated the hinges are stainless steel and since out-of-adjustment doors are not unknown, the related procedure for adjusting them have been well-documented. The extra set of Panasport wheels is a plus.\r\nOverall, the car presents very well, and I would have no reservation in driving it on an extended trip.", "likes": 6, "timestamp": 1567470643, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3605040, "authorName": "bringatrailer", "authorUrl": "", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "An additional photo has been added to the gallery", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567473720, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3605161, "authorName": "literarymadness", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/literarymadness/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "One of the great aspects about owning a Europa today is the amount of online support available. lotuseuropa.org and Yahoo Lotus Europa Group are two of the most knowledgeable support groups concerning anything Europa there is on the Internet. If you have any questions concerning repairs, Europa owners and experts on those sites have done and seen it all and are very passionate about their cars, a wealth of valuable information. There are three major domestic Lotus parts suppliers and numerous UK suppliers so any Europa part is no more than an email or phone call away. 25 years ago so many Europas sat in garages not-running simply because of the lack of repair knowledge or not knowing where to source parts. This not the case today. Owning a Europa today is no different than owning any other vintage car.", "likes": 8, "timestamp": 1567477822, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3605215, "authorName": "buckminsterfutt", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/buckminsterfutt/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "It must be the three day weekend because this puppy is waaay under bid at this point! GLWTA", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1567480015, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3605270, "authorName": "Guidodevita", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/guidodevita/", "bidAmount": 9600, "content": "$9,600 bid placed by Guidodevita", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567482929, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3605271, "authorName": "combray", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/combray/", "bidAmount": 10000, "content": "$10,000 bid placed by combray", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567482978, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3605285, "authorName": "RTP", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rtp/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Hello. Thank you for the comprehensive amount of images and video, it is nice to see you are being straight up. I note a couple of what look like recent repairs (See images 32 & 36) as the fibre Glass weave is showing through the paintwork. Do you know if these repairs were due to a collision or why they were needed? Thank you", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567484019, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3605354, "authorName": "bravobridget", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bravobridget/", "bidAmount": 10250, "content": "$10,250 bid placed by bravobridget", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567497330, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3605484, "authorName": "sskeep (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sskeep/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I added a photo of the stainless steel door hinge.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567515254, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3605485, "authorName": "sskeep (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sskeep/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@RTP The car was not damaged during my ownership and the PO claimed the same, however, to your point you can see some work was done in the areas you mentioned. It\u2019s interesting that it\u2019s easier to see the work in the photos then in real life.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567515444, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3605511, "authorName": "Guidodevita", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/guidodevita/", "bidAmount": 10500, "content": "$10,500 bid placed by Guidodevita", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567516134, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3605821, "authorName": "Shredne", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/shredne/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I fully expect to be out bid.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567524290, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3605982, "authorName": "Rocky49", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rocky49/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "There might be more bids if it were not for BATs awkward bidding format. A beautiful 71 S2 only attracted bids to $8200 on fleabay yesterday.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567528447, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3605985, "authorName": "Rocky49", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rocky49/", "bidAmount": 10750, "content": "$10,750 bid placed by Rocky49", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567528526, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3606157, "authorName": "Nevadarick", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nevadarick/", "bidAmount": 11000, "content": "$11,000 bid placed by Nevadarick", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567532044, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3606276, "authorName": "eshorer", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/eshorer/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "So, from those in the know, what are the thoughts/estimates to get that oil leak stopped? Everything else sure seems to be in order. For now. At this space in time.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567534052, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3606465, "authorName": "literarymadness", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/literarymadness/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@eshorer If it coming from the top or back of the motor, it is either a bad cam cover gasket ($18), a camshaft seal ($8), or a cam bore seal ($6). All three just simply require removing the cam cover and replacing them. 30 minutes labor at best.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1567535937, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3606565, "authorName": "Dickie", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dickie/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "So this car is bid around $11k and the '66 Lotus Cortina at $35k.\r\nTo me it looks like it is all about investment rather than fun.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1567536963, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3606772, "authorName": "rjr59AH", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rjr59ah/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Dickie Have you ever driven a Cortina?", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1567538359, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3606836, "authorName": "thehackmechanic", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thehackmechanic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I have no connection to this car or seller, NMNA etc, but I just want to say that, as some of you know from my online pieces for Hagerty, I just resurrected a '74 Europa Twin Cam Special that hadn't run in 40 years, and drove it last weekend to the Lotus Owners Group (LOG) event. I'm a vintage BMW guy used to 2002s, Bavarias, and my 3.0CSi, but I'm here to tell you, driving the Europa, even the ratty heavily patina'd one that I own, is the most fun I've had fully-clothed in decades, though I DO have to drive it with my right shoe off due to the pedals being so close together. Anyone who talks about the polarizing styling or throws around that \"bread van\" label probably hasn't actually driven one of these. It is a total and completely addictive hoot. Most of the top-end parts are unique to the twin-cam head, but a lot of the bottom end is standard Ford 1600 block stuff, and much of the front end\u2014brakes, tie rods, etc\u2014cross-references to a Spitfire. And between the two major US parts suppliers (RD Enterprises and Dave Bean Engineering), most parts are a phone call away.\n\nTo all the people who say that they've always wanted one of these, trust me. You won't be disappointed.", "likes": 15, "timestamp": 1567539015, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3606849, "authorName": "Dave_Bryant", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dave_bryant/", "bidAmount": 12000, "content": "$12,000 bid placed by Dave_Bryant", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567539041, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3606970, "authorName": "sskeep (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sskeep/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I guess I should have put a reserve on this car. Someone is going to get a great deal,", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1567539932, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3606978, "authorName": "SPOONS66", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/spoons66/", "bidAmount": 12500, "content": "$12,500 bid placed by SPOONS66", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567540050, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3606979, "authorName": "djgaloot", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/djgaloot/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "it is not over yet!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1567540061, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3606992, "authorName": "Nevadarick", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nevadarick/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Having owned both a Renault \"push rod 16\" and a JPS Twin Cam, I can readily attest that the TC is an absolutely incredible performer.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1567540277, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3607004, "authorName": "MrBonus", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mrbonus/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Lots of procrastinators waiting to place their bid.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567540384, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3607003, "authorName": "fox4gib", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fox4gib/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@thehackmechanic I read and admired your articles about bringing your TCS back to life. I can only echo what you had to say. I've had my TCS for more than 35 years and during that period I have owned, AMG's, M3's, R-badged Jags, and several Corvettes. None of them, repeat none of them, were as fun to drive as the old Twink. Dependable? No better or worse than any other mid-70 era British sports car once they have been sorted. I've had mine on many multi-day, 1000+ mile drives with our Lotus club all over the Mountain West and it can still hold its own with the modern cars on public roads but not during a track day. Not bad for a 45 year old car.", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1567540457, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3607029, "authorName": "combray", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/combray/", "bidAmount": 12750, "content": "$12,750 bid placed by combray", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567540679, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3607030, "authorName": "bugeyes", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bugeyes/", "bidAmount": 13000, "content": "$13,000 bid placed by bugeyes", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567540696, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3607032, "authorName": "combray", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/combray/", "bidAmount": 13250, "content": "$13,250 bid placed by combray", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567540705, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3607041, "authorName": "bugeyes", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/bugeyes/", "bidAmount": 13500, "content": "$13,500 bid placed by bugeyes", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567540803, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3607043, "authorName": "combray", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/combray/", "bidAmount": 13750, "content": "$13,750 bid placed by combray", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567540814, "type": "bat-bid"}, {"id": 3607046, "authorName": "Nevadarick", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nevadarick/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "If I had EVER driven either the Pushrod or the TC 1000 miles at one time, the paramedics would have been required to extricate me from the cabin--they aint that comfortable!--IMO, of course", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567540836, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3607054, "authorName": "combray", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/combray/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Sold on 9/3/19 for $13,750 to combray", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567540935, "type": "bat-bid-reserve"}, {"id": 3607055, "authorName": "RegTheJock", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/regthejock/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Stolen!", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1567540949, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3607056, "authorName": "Nevadarick", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/nevadarick/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Well bought==a $20k car!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1567540950, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3607057, "authorName": "thehackmechanic", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/thehackmechanic/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "JFC", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1567540962, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3607059, "authorName": "mainely_sane", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mainely_sane/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I drove 910 miles in TC for 16 hours with only three 5 minute stops for gas, Pepsi, and peeing... they are comfortable.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1567540972, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3607063, "authorName": "rapple", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rapple/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Grand theft Lotus!", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1567540986, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3607064, "authorName": "CCM911", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ccm911/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "That was a great buy!!!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1567540995, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3607066, "authorName": "mainely_sane", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mainely_sane/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "wish wish wish", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567541024, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3607071, "authorName": "fox4gib", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/fox4gib/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Interesting that the Lotus Cortina was RNM at $48K, while this went for about 30% of that. But, the market has spoken. Well bought!", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1567541114, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3607078, "authorName": "sskeep (The Seller)", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/sskeep/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@combray Nicely done, Message me using contact seller button and we can talk about finishing the deal.", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1567541181, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3607122, "authorName": "Penn-State", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/penn-state/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I didn't post this during the auction to divert from the sale...\r\n\r\n\r\n@Rocky49 Just curious what did you mean by your statement \"There might be more bids if it were not for BATs awkward bidding format\"?\r\n\r\nI think the bidding format is great and avoids many of the problems of typical online auctions. Bidders have to register and a hold is placed on their credit card, however, serious bidders should have enough credit that this would be insignificant. \r\n\r\nThe 2 minute reset helps serious bidders stay in the game and not get outbid at the second without a chance to rebid. \r\n\r\nThe real auction is in the final minutes and the week leading up to the end is great for discussion and builds interest.", "likes": 9, "timestamp": 1567541548, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3607216, "authorName": "museguy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/museguy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "combray congratulations !!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1567542271, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3607355, "authorName": "SPOONS66", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/spoons66/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Great buy, I hate it when work gets in the way of a good auction. Would have been a great partner for my Plus 2 (.\r\nWell bought.\r\nN", "likes": 3, "timestamp": 1567543361, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3607378, "authorName": "Gpescador", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/gpescador/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Nice thing about getting these cars home to you is I think they\u2019re small enough and light enough to qualify checked baggage.", "likes": 4, "timestamp": 1567543577, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3607450, "authorName": "combray", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/combray/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'm very excited about the Europa. I've been looking for the right car for about 2 years now. \r\n The last classic car I owned was a 1971 Triumph Spitfire which I sold about a decade ago. Can't wait to tool around the back roads of southeast Ohio this fall in a Lotus!", "likes": 2, "timestamp": 1567544230, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3607709, "authorName": "dpmarty", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/dpmarty/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "I'll second the \"...hate it when work gets in the way of a good auction\" comment. What a deal! Blessings on the seller and the new owner.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567546164, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3608139, "authorName": "Mr.Jingles", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/mr.jingles/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Fantastic buy! Combray's going to get more than 13,750 smiles from this beautiful Europa.", "likes": 1, "timestamp": 1567554420, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3608310, "authorName": "Rocky49", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/rocky49/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "my coment abot BATs clunky interface is simple. There is no way to place a future bid, and when trying to bid there is no simple bid button, even when you have already bid on the item and when you want to increase your bid. It is truly a brutal system for bidding. More for commenters than bidders. Buyers deserve better expecially for the selling and buying fees charged. Rocky", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567559482, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3608378, "authorName": "polopharm", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/polopharm/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Holiday weekends suck sometimes!!! \r\nMan! Buyer scored , seller - I wish I had seen this before. \r\nWhen I sold my Consulier, it was supposed to end on Thanksgiving, and I said no deal unless you end the auction on a different day. \r\n\r\nRegardless car looked great! \r\nCongrats to the buyer.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567561931, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3608587, "authorName": "CCM911", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/ccm911/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "@Rocky49 The whole point here is to allow for last minute bidding. I don't think that a \"Left Bid\" strategy would make this any more fun...\u2026 As a car guy, I love BAT!!", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567568519, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3612654, "authorName": "GarageEnvy", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/garageenvy/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "Saw a guy bid 34k early on a 2008 Cayenne. He wanted it and won it. Typically, you know your limit, throw it out there and hope it sticks. Has not worked for me yet :-)", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1567663550, "type": "comment"}, {"id": 3638622, "authorName": "Patrick", "authorUrl": "https://bringatrailer.com/member/patrick/", "bidAmount": 0, "content": "This result gives me hope that when my garage finally has space, there is a Europa to fit both it and my budget.", "likes": 0, "timestamp": 1568395275, "type": "comment"}]