The 1971 Lotus Europa S2 was a two-door sports car manufactured by Lotus Cars from 1966 to 1975. The S2 was the second series of the Europa and featured a number of improvements from the original Europa.
The Europa S2 was powered by a Renault 1565cc cross-flow engine with a five-speed manual transmission. The engine provided an output of 82 hp and a top speed of 116 mph (187 km/h). The car also featured a four-wheel independent suspension, rack and pinion steering, and disc brakes.
Visually, the Europa S2 had a sleek, aerodynamic design with a fiberglass body and a distinctive rear sloping roof. The car had a low, wide stance and was only around 42 inches (1067mm) high.
Inside, the S2 had a minimalist interior with basic seats, a four-spoke steering wheel, and a simple dashboard layout. The car had a surprisingly spacious cockpit with plenty of head and legroom for drivers and passengers.
Overall, the 1971 Lotus Europa S2 was a stylish and capable sports car that offered great handling and performance for its time.
