Here is a true game changer should be like, the Europa S2 Roadster

Unique ONES Indeed, this is not a car that was officially produced by the manufacturer, only a custom result made by a third party. So, as we already know, before experiencing the customization process, the figure of the Lotus Europa S2 was already different compared to other sports cars at that time. Especially now that it has been customized into a roadster, its appearance is even more unique.

The Lotus Europa Speedster looks like the coupé-one whose roof has been cut off, and could almost be mistaken for a factory effort. (Picture from: DailyTurismo)

As we all know that initially the Lotus Europa was made by Colin Chapman's company for Ford Motor Company. Well, it was triggered by the American auto giant's disappointment with Enzo Ferrari, who suddenly rejected their business proposal. Since then they have been looking for a quick and precise way to beat the prancing horse's race cars at the 24-Hours of Le Mans racing event.

The Lotus Europa Speedster built from such this 1970 Lotus Europa S2 coupé. (Picture from: VintageCarCollector)

Then to realize the intention as mentioned above, the American auto giant went to two British car designers, Lola Cars and Lotus Cars. In short, then the two made an initial design proposal, and then Ford chose the Lola-designed car which later went on such ways to become the Ford GT40 whose managed to beat Ferrari racing cars at Le Mans racing events three consecutive years from 1966 to 1969, and much to the delight of the Ford's top brass then.

The Lotus Europa Speedster has unique features namely the tiny bug guard windshield (each on the driver's and passenger's sides), as if like to strengthen the classic impression. (Picture from: DailyTurismo)

While Lotus-designed car that had been rejected by Ford, then decided to be the Colin Chapman company's mid-engined sports car to be the successor to the Lotus Seven and took over the status from the Lotus Elan. As we all know, Colin Chapman's car design philosophy is "Simplify, then add lightness." This has also been reflected in the design of the sports car that was originally created for Ford as a light mid-engined car with a drag coefficient (Cd) of only 0.29.

The Lotus Europa Speedster emphasizes that it is a true development result of the legendary Lotus Seven. (Picture from: Revivaler)

This is also increasingly seen in the figure of the modified Speedster version of Lotus Europa which further emphasizes that this design is a true development result of the legendary Lotus Seven. Even though Lotus has never officially decided to build the Europa as a roadster or speedster, only as a hard top coupé was built from 1966 through 1975 in relatively small numbers with a total of 9,230 cars left the factory which makes it pretty uncommon.

The interior of this Lotus Europa Speedster looks like its ready for a Le Mans challenge. (Picture from: BringATrailer)

Unfortunately, it is not clear who built this Europa Speedster, but what is certain is that it was last seen bidding in e-Bay for $7,300 reserve-not-met back in the 2016. At the time, it said located in Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada, and looks in very prime condition (as seen as on several videos on Youtube below).

The Lotus Europa Speedster is powered by the French-made 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine, coupled with four-speed manual transaxle, and also is boosted with a RayJay turbocharger. (Picture from: BringATrailer)

In terms of its appearance, this was a perfect quality Lotus Europa whose roof has been cut off, and could almost be mistaken for a factory effort, then there are another quite interesting features attached neatly to this sports car namely the tiny bug guard windshield (each on the driver's and passenger's sides), as if like to strengthen the classic impression.

The Lotus Europa Speedster is a formula that should ensure that this little car provides a 'spirited' driving experience that should bring a smile to the face of any enthusiast. (Picture from: Revivaler)

The interior is filled with bright color combinations and carbon fiber. Furthermore, there are a pair of seats with harnesses and a roll hoop that can provide a comfortable and safe feeling when driving this car on the streets.

The Lotus Europa Speedster is clearly carrying the Colin Chapman's design philosophy above, so Lotus should have built it because it has advantages that coupé version doesn't have. (Picture from: DailyTurismo)

Then for the dashboard section, the details are not visible, and only a cursory glance on the video. All that is visible is the quick release hub and neat little blue suede rimmed wheels, a perfect match for a nice upholstered seat.

Meanwhile, for the drivingtrain still retains its default engine, namely the French-made 1.5-liter four-cylinder engine, coupled with four-speed manual transaxle, and also is boosted with a RayJay turbocharger in what looks to be a perfect setup.

To be honest, (in our opinion) after looking at this modified Speedster version of Lotus Europa clearly carrying the Colin Chapman's design philosophy above, so Lotus should have built it because it has advantages that coupé version doesn't have, and also could be this was the true game changer that the Ford Motor Company was looking for.😎 *** [EKA | FROM VARIOUS SOURCES | BRINGATRAILER | REVIVALER | DAILYTURISMO ]

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