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1965 Ford Lotus Cortina MkI FIA FIA passport until 2030 and zero-houred engine & gearbox

United Kingdom • 13 Mar 2024

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This 1965 Ford Lotus Cortina MkI is a historic racing car with a rich history in saloon racing and rally events. It features a zero-houred Craig Beck race engine, straight-cut gearbox, and FIA passport valid until 2030, making it eligible for upcoming racing seasons, though the paintwork has some imperfections.

Condition

7

The car has been used extensively for racing since its restoration in 1989, resulting in some paint imperfections. However, the bodyshell is solid, and the car has been prepared to meet stringent FIA regulations. The engine and gearbox have been recently zero-houred, and the car has a well-documented history.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

BA74EG59563

Odometer:

[Odometer Reading]

Reg Number:

GYU 577C

RHD/LHD:

RHD

In 1963 Ford was looking to race the two-door MkI Cortina in Group 2, for which the obvious powerplant was the twin-cam version of the 'Kent' engine Colin Chapman had already developed for use in the Elan - thus the Lotus Cortina was born.

In addition to the 105bhp 1558cc engine, the changes included: a close-ratio gearbox, shorter front suspension struts, and trailing arms and coil springs with 'A' bracket at the rear.

Wider 5.5J steel wheels were added, lightweight aluminium panels used for the doors, bonnet and boot and quarter bumpers added to the front.

Interior amendments included: a new centre-console for the remote control gear lever, different seats and facia, and a wood-rim steering wheel.

The MkI model was made until 1966, during which time the most significant upgrades included the adoption of Ford's new 'Airflow' ventilation system and the replacement of the troublesome Lotus-designed alloy 'A' bracket rear suspension with Ford-made leaf springs and radius arms.

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