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£121.8k

1963 FORD LOTUS CORTINA (MK I) - EX TEAM LOTUS / JIM CLARK / DAN GURNEY

Collecting Cars • Switzerland • 17 Nov 2022

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Highest 20% of Past Sales

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£121,832

1963 FORD LOTUS CORTINA (MK I) - EX TEAM LOTUS / JIM CLARK / DAN GURNEY

Switzerland • 17 Nov 2022

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Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1963 Ford Lotus Cortina is a significant piece of motorsport history, being the first 'Works' Cortina raced. It has a well-documented racing history with notable drivers and comes with relevant paperwork and a spare gearbox. The car has been restored and is in good condition, ready for historic racing events.

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Condition 

7

The car has been restored and used sparingly since. The paintwork is described as being in good condition, and reflects its sparing use in competition since the previous restoration was completed. The interior is in good order as shown, and perfectly serviceable for historic motorsport use. The seller is not aware of any electrical or mechanical faults. Overall, the condition is very good.

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33,615 miles (via 2011 MOT)

274C002384K

RHD

Switzerland

Manual

166 RUR

1963

Auction

£121.8k

1963 FORD LOTUS CORTINA (MK I) - EX TEAM LOTUS / JIM CLARK / DAN GURNEY

Collecting Cars • Switzerland • 17 Nov 2022

Market Position:

Highest 20% of Past Sales

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Description

An exceptionally important piece of Lotus motorsport history.

Price Analysis vs Other Lotus Cortina Competitions

£32,428

Lowest Price (Since 2020)

£46,254

Median Price (Since 2020)

£121,832

Highest Price (Since 2020)

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Highest 20% of Past Sales

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Previous Lotus Cortina Competition Sales

MOT Information

Expired

Expired on 20th Jul 2012

Latest MOT mileage:

33,615 miles

MOT History

Passed

On 21st Jul 2011, 33,615 miles


Passed

On 28th Mar 2008, 33,615 miles


Passed

On 25th Aug 2006, 33,564 miles


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