1969 Ford Lotus Cortina Mk II

Following on from the enormous success of the Lotus Cortina MK1, Ford introduced the Lotus Cortina MkII in 1967 with the famous Lotus 1600 twin cam engine now giving 109bhp. Externally all the cars had a black front grill, 5.5J x 13 steel wheels and Lotus badges on both rear wings and by the rear numberplate. The gearbox ratios remained to 2000E spec, but the final drive was lengthened to 3.77 to 1 from 3.9 to 1 and comfort and handling improvements were made with a larger fuel tank and radial tyres.This car has formed part of a large private collection in recent years and has been stored in a climate controlled environment. The bodywork is offered in good condition as an older restoration and the interior retains a level of authenticity and patina appropriate for a car that has covered a believed genuine 41,489 miles. The black vinyl seats are in good condition, as is the headlining, dashboard and door cards. The engine bay is very clean and tidy and the twincam power-plant is said to be in good condition. The result today is a most useable Mk II Cortina that should allow it to be used and enjoyed by its next owner and appreciate over time, as has been the case with Mk I's during the last 5 years. A full year's MoT will be supplied at the auction and this example is now ready to be enjoyed on the road or form part of any serious Lotus collection. Offered today at a most realistic estimate, don't miss the boat on these iconic little British sports coupes as prices continue to march North.