Highlights

Older restoration holding up well
Recently recommissioned following ten years in dry storage
Original service book
Recently fitted with new brakes, steering joints, and battery
Iconic Ford-Lotus two-tone colour scheme

The Appeal

Following the enormous success of the MkI Ford-Lotus Cortina on the road and race track, Ford was keen to follow up with an MkII Cortina-based collaboration. Lotus wasn't able to commit the time to the project, however, so it was agreed that Ford would develop and build the car themselves, into which they could fit the Lotus twin-cam and suspension.

Diminishing Lotus' involvement was a big risk, but the gamble paid off. Ford was able to build the cars far more cheaply and simply than the MkI, and the brilliant powertrain ensured the MkII was still plenty quick enough to go racing and remain competitive. The green Lotus stripe was gone from the bodywork, but most Ford main dealers would retrofit them at extra cost.

This 1968 example really looks the part following an older restoration which continues to hold up very well. Recently reawakened following a ten-year hibernation in dry storage, it's said to be driving very well indeed and the vendor has gone through the car in readiness for its next custodian.

History and Paperwork

'Twin Cam'-badged example - a change made during early production
60,402 miles indicated
The car is MOT exempt, but the vendor has personally inspected it and said it is ready for the new owner to enjoy
In current ownership for one year, following ten years off the road in dry storage
Seven registered keepers
There is a folder full of paperwork and the original maintenance book detailing servicing from new
V5C and collection of MOT certificates and invoices present

The Condition

The car has undergone a restoration in the past which appears to be have stood the test of time very well indeed
Classically finished in the iconic two-tone Ford-Lotus colour scheme to a good standard
A very straight and sound-looking example, featuring crisp swage lines and door shuts down both sides
We're not advised of any known corrosion issues or accident damage
Smart paintwork with minimal signs of age/wear
Deep-dished steel wheels in silver with chromed hubcaps as well as another set of alloy wheels
The chrome trim shows very light pitting in places, but nothing that appears noteworthy
All looks in very smart order underneath, which is finished in body colour
Well-preserved Cortina GT-spec interior
Pre-facelift dashboard (with raised instruments)
Minimal wear apparent to the upholstery and controls, considering the age of the car
We're not advised of any known issues with the cabin electrics or instruments

The Mechanics

1.6-litre Lotus four-cylinder twin-cam
Four-speed manual gearbox
Lowered front suspension springs
New brakes, steering joints, and battery have been installed post period spent off the road
The vendor informs us that the Cortina drives very well indeed and sounds lovely

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