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    Unloved ’70s Lotus

    Oct 14, 2020 3 minutes

    JENSEN-HEALEY (1972-1976)

    Unveiled in March 1972, the innovative all-alloy Lotus 907 engine was made specifically for the Jensen-Healey. And in truth, its revvy nature suited the car perfectly. The open topped two-seater was greeted with applause initially but it wasn’t long before the muttering started, its fragile Lotus engine, dodgy ‘orange peel’ paint and mediocre hood fit receiving universal criticism.

    The engine issues centred around oil surge which caused oil to be picked up by the breather which resulted in alarming clouds of white smoke. Additionally, the cambelt’s propensity to snap prematurely didn’t help matters.

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