Lotus Cars USA, Inc. is pleased to announce the 35th Anniversary Commemorative Edition type 72D. This exclusive Collectible Edition model memorializes one of the finest Formula One designs of all time — the Lotus 72. It was in this vehicle that the legendary Emerson Fittipaldi proved unstoppable, winning five of eleven races in 1972, thus becoming the youngest champion in F1 history.

Each 72D is sequentially numbered, individually signed by both Clive Chapman (son of Lotus Founder Colin Chapman) and Michael J. Kimberley (Group Lotus CEO) and specially certified with documentation of the vehicle’s legacy.

A type 72D commemorative driving helmet with display case is included with each vehicle.

This collectible edition will be offered in the very limited quantity of just 50 units worldwide.



type 72D Appearance Group

Gold ‘Elise’ Rear Decal
Gold Raised ‘LOTUS’ Lettering On Rear Of Vehicle
Gold ‘type 72D’ Decal On Rear Of Vehicle
Gold & Black Nose Badge
Gold Laurels Embroidered In Head Rests
Gold Laurels On Sides Of Vehicle
Gold 16-Spoke Alloy Wheels
Gold Fuel Filler Cap
Gold & Black Leather-trimmed Seats
Gold Faux Suede Trim On Center Console And Heater Controls
Gold Pinstripe Accents Throughout Exterior
Carbon Leather And Gold Faux Suede-trimmed Door Inserts
Limited Edition type 72D Rear Spoiler

Configuration
·  Touring Pack

Insulated Soft Top, Full Leather Seat and Door Trim, Upgraded Stereo System, Stowage Net, Additional Sound Insulation and Full Carpet Set.


·  Sport Pack

Lightweight Aluminum Wheels

     Front 6.5J x 16 – 195/50 16
     Rear 7.5J x 17 – 225/45 17

Yokohama A048 Advan LTS Tires, Lotus Sport Tuned Suspension, Twin Oil Coolers


·  Black Paint with Gold Accent Striping


·  Starshield

Clear Protection Film (Port Installed)

Available Options
·  Hardtop - $1,475 USD | $1,815 CDN

Insulated, Removable Hardtop in Body Color in Addition to Soft Top

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type 72D Collector’s Limited Edition


MSRP: $58,610 USD | $73,985 CDN

CHASSIS
· Lotus Designed Lightweight Structure of Epoxy Bonded
  Aluminum Extrusions
· Integral Steel Seatbelt Support and Lightweight Galvanized
  Steel Rear Sub-Frame
EXTERIOR
· R™ Composite Fiberglass Body
· Black Cloth Soft-Top with Stowage Bag
· LED Taillights with Integral Reflectors
· Daytime Running Lights
· Aerodynamic Rear Diffuser with Central Twin Exhaust
· Gold-colored Badges and Emblems
· Black Paint with Gold Accent Striping
SUSPENSION
· Fully Independent Suspension with Unequal Length Wishbones
· Bilstein Mono-Tube Gas Damper, Eibach Coaxial Coil Spring
· Front Anti-Sway Bar
· 16-Spoke Alloy Wheels in Gold Finish
· Front Wheels: 6.5J x 16 – 195/50 16
· Rear Wheels: 7.5J x 17 – 225/45 17
· Yokohama Advan Neova A048 LTS Tires
· 4-Wheel Ventilated/Cross-Drilled Disc Brakes
· Lotus/AP Racing & Brembo Calipers with Anti-Lock Braking
  System (ABS)
INTERIOR
· Leather Sport Seats with ProBax™ Anatomical Padding
· Air Conditioning, Starter Button, Tinted Glass and Carpet
  Foot Mats
· Airbags - Driver and Passenger (Passenger Airbag Cannot Be
  Deactivated)
· Factory Anti-Theft Alarm System with Engine Immobilizer and
  Remote Locking
· Aluminum Trim - Gear Knob and Handbrake Sleeve
· Leather-Trimmed Momo Steering Wheel
· Alpine 4-Speaker Stereo with In-Dash CD Player
· Intermittent Windshield Wiper
ENGINE
· 190 Horsepower 1.8 Liter, Mid-Mounted 4-Cylinder with DOHC
  and VVTL-I (Variable Valve Timing and Lift Intelligence)
· Multi-Point Fuel Injection System with Electronic Ignition and
  Throttle Control
· Capacity: 1796 cm3
· Bore/Stroke 82.0 mm/85.0 mm
· Maximum Power: 190 hp @7800 rpm
· Maximum Torque: 134 lb ft @6800 rpm
· Compression Ratio: 11.5:1
· Fuel Tank Capacity: 10.6 US Gallons
TRANSMISSION
· 6-Speed Close Ratio with Single-Plate Dry Clutch
PERFORMANCE

· 0-60 mph 4.7 sec
· 0-100 mph 12.9 sec
· Top Speed 150 mph
· Fuel Consumption 24 City / 29 Highway
· Curb Weight 1984 lbs

WARRANTIES
· 3-YEAR/36,000 Mile Limited Warranty
· 8-Year Chassis Corrosion Warranty