1966 Ford Lotus Cortina MkI
"Lotus Type 28"
Chassis No. BA74FL59076
Engine No. LP5565L
Desirable Late Mk1
Nearly 30 Years of Previous Ownership & California Residency
Recognized by the Mk1 Cortina Owner's Club
Complete with Owner's Manuals, Publications and Documentation from
the Last 30 Years
Excellent Performance & Period Presentation
Ideal Driver's Cortina with Recent Tune-Up
Recent Service and Detailing Performed
Jim Clark, Graham Hill, Jackie Stewart, Vic Elford, Jack Sears, Sir
John Whitmore & Jacky Ickx all raced Cortinas!
The two-door Ford Cortina GT had already been proven in rallies and
circuit racing when Ford executive Walter Hayes approached Colin
Chapman to produce a world-beating racing saloon. The plan called
for Lotus to assemble 1000 cars to homologate the model for FIA
Group 2 racing. Cosworth Engineering helped develop and fine-tune
the engines, while a Ford 4-speed gearbox as specified for the
Lotus Elan was adopted for the Cortina program. The suspension was
revised, and the body shell was lightened with aluminum skins in
the doors, hood and trunk lid. Aluminum was also adopted for
several other mechanical components. Jim Clark, Graham Hill, Jackie
Stewart, Vic Elford, Jack Sears, Sir John Whitmore, and Jacky Ickx
all raced Cortinas. By the end of production late in 1966 it is
believed that just 2894 Lotus Cortinas had been built, virtually
all finished in Ermine White with Sherwood Green body band and
flash.
Acquired in the late 1980's by an eclectic San Francisco based
automotive collector and enthusiast, BA74FL59076 remained under his
care for nearly three decades, until the collection was dissolved
in 2017. A dossier of accompanying paperwork records work performed
to the Cortina over the last three decades. While all systems have
been addressed at one point or another, the car has never seen a
full out restoration, but rather regular upkeep and maintenance as
needed, therefore it retains an authentic patina and
presentation.
The exterior displays the correct livery with original etched side
and rear glass, much of the trim is believed to be original with
complimenting period style 13 inch Minilite wheels. Opening a door
one finds a nicely preserved interior displaying an attractive
patina with correct wood rimmed steering wheel, English Ford Line
seatbelts and radio, star embossed headliner and many other
authentic details. Much is the same for the engine bay with correct
clamps, hoses and finishes. A recent general tune-up and service
was performed on the Cortina to ensure continued spirited driving
for its next caretaker. After a well performance test drive
compression results are an impressive 200psi on each cylinder. The
Cortina's drivability is nothing short of excellent, very tight
with plenty of power - an absolute blast! In addition to 30 years
of paperwork, this exceptionally solid Cortina is accompanied by an
original steel spare wheel, multiple User and Owner's Manuals, keys
and accessories. Here is a fantastic driver's Cortina and highly
desired Lotus Type 28 amongst many automotive collectors worldwide.
*Note: Titled as a 1967 year model.
$105,000.00
Offers Welcomed.
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