This lot will be auctioned via Iconic Auctioneers, The Classic Sale at the NEC Classic Motor Show 2025 on Sunday the 9th of November, NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT. An excellent example of the renowned Lotus Cortina Mk1 finished in the instantly recognisable plumage of Ermine White and Sherwood Green with an original and excellent black vinyl interior With the previous custodian from 1984 to 2025, there are minimal recorded keepers which is a rare attribute for any vehicle of this age Periods of residence in Belgium and France are recorded with an extended period over the Channel ending after repatriation earlier this year Running and driving well, the car has clearly been well cared for and maintained as and when required At some period in its life the Cortina was fitted with a ‘KPH’ speedometer which has recently been replaced with a correct type ‘MPH’ unit, however, for clarity the original KPH speedometer is supplied with the vehicle Accompanied by an interesting history file that contains earlier registration documents, restoration photographs and paperwork that outlines its periods abroad An older restoration that still presents extremely well to this very day Your early inspection is welcomed and encouraged to satisfy yourself that this particular Mk1 Cortina fulfils your requirements and expectations