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

In regards to the Lotus Europa Special:

• Founder of Lotus Cars, Colin Chapman wanted an alternative the Lotus Seven into the early sixties. In 1966, adopting the development idea of "an affordable low rider with a base ideal for racing", Lotus presented the Europa.
  The Europa's many distinctive features are its unbelievably lower torso in addition to its mid-ship mounted engine, which during those times ended up being discovered just on rushing automobiles. As the name indicates, and since it was to be released first in European countries, principally France, the Europa was in fact designed with a motor and gearbox supplied by Renault 16. It offers a package part Y-shaped backbone frame, that has been refined in the Elan, and a polyester body, which plays a role in weight cost savings. A stabilizer mounted twin wishbone system comprises the best suspension system, and a package built radius supply with a left/right independent paid down website link comprises a corner. The lightweight body and excellent balance through mid-ship permits first class cornering.

  Following the lotus Europa Series 1, effective machines had been added and differing improvements were created to its successors: Europa Series 2, Europa Twim Cam, together with final variation, released in 1972, the Europa Special. The initial features a "big valve" 126hp 1558cc four cylinder DOHC motor, a five rate transmission and alloy tires. Lover of sports automobiles and renowed "idea man", Colin Chapman created this lightweight recreations vehicle masterpiece, the Lotus Europa.