Found on Collecting Cars60 photos1972 Lotus Seven
Specifications
- Year
- 1972
- Make / Model
- Lotus Seven
- Engine
- 1.6L
- Exterior color
- British Racing Green
- Interior color
- Black
- Seller type
- Private seller
Description
KEY FACTS This Lotus Seven Roadster is an exciting and lightweight classic British roadster. Powered by a naturally aspirated 1.6-litre Ford 'Crossflow' inline-four, driving the rear wheels via a four-speed manual transmission. First registered in 1972, this example was previously registered abroad and is now located in Australia. The odometer indicates 53,716 km, though this is not warranted. This example has reportedly benefited from restoration work over time, including a rebuilt engine and suspension. Build year: 1972 EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES Finished in British Racing Green over a black leatherette-trimmed interior. It rides on a set of 13-inch twin five-spoke alloy wheels finished in gloss-black with machined faces, fitted with BFGoodrich Advantage T/A tyres. Equipment includes a rear roll-over hoop, a rear spare wheel carrier, a Momo steering wheel, Klippan harnesses, Smiths gauges, a removable sof-top roof and side windows, and a wooden gear knob. The car comes with import documentation and some maintenance invoices. Accompanied by one key. CONDITION Please refer to the photo gallery to assess the exterior and interior condition. Specific notes from the seller include: the paintwork, which was resprayed in British Racing Green around 2009 (having previously been orange), is now showing its age with some flaking and cracking, and there is some slight panel damage on the rear under the spare tyre. SERVICE HISTORY The seller states that the last maintenance was in January 2026 at an indicated 53,480 km. The seller states that in January 2025 an engine oil and filter and transmission fluid change were carried out. The seller reports that this example features a rebuilt Ford 'Crossflow' engine by Peter Larner Engines (2006), new suspension (2006-2007), new wheel bearings (2006), a new alternator (2007), and new wheels and tyres (2023). SUMMARY The Lotus Seven Roadster is a celebrated example of minimalist British sports car design, offering an unadulterated and exc
