Project Chop: 1969 Lotus Europa Spyder
The Lotus Europa (1966-1975) is a regular on the pages of DailyTurismo because it is a good-looking classic with low production numbers (9300 models total across all years of production) and a simple asking price. However, if you are not a midget, you might find it hard to fit in a Europa. The roof is low, the seating position is awkward, but you might fit better if the top was chopped off. Which is great because we’ve got a Europa with a chopped top and room for your favorite spikey hairstyle. Find this 1969 Lotus Europa Spyder offered for $6,500 in Los Angeles, CA via craigslist.
From the seller:
1968 Lotus Europa
condition: fair
cylinders: 4 cylinders
drive: rwd
fuel: gas
odometer: 99,999
paint color: black
title status: missing
transmission: manual
type: convertible
more ads by this seller1969 Lotus Europa Spyder Special. Europa’s are notoriously difficult to get in and out of and if you are taller than 5’2″, can be uncomfortable to drive. this custom spyder corrects these issues. made for taller drivers who still want to enjoy one of Colin Chapman’s finest creations. this S2 Renault powered Lotus runs well, but has been off the road for years, and will need more sorting out before it is roadworthy again. the dash has been modified to accept a Lancia Appia dash with gives an Italian flare, and looks right at home. seats, trim, lights do not come with the car. vintage period alloy wheels included. during modification the vin plate was lost, so for that reason we will call this a “parts car”, although it should be possible to re-register the car as the factory stamped frame is retained. off the california dmv records, so no dmv penalties. solid california car.
the windshield is inset inside the front cowl, and can accept any number of replacement windshields due to its construction. vintage automotive trades considered. the orange car is the basis behind the modifications, as an example. worldwide shipping available.’
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Thanks DT. Any time I get a little down about some of my life choices, I can come here and think “well, at least I’m not that guy”.
Finally! Tall, upper-middle-class men catch a break! I would love to see a 6 foot tall person sitting in this particular version of the car just to see how high his or her head sticks out of the thing.