| LOTUS CORTINA Mk1 SPECIAL EQUIPMENT MODEL |
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LOTUS CORTINA Mk1 SE
1 OF ONLY 64 FACTORY SPECIAL EQUIPMENT
MODELS
UK Reg: AEG 156B
VIN: Z74D424157
ENG #: LP1533
MFG: April, 1964
Reg Date: June 10, 1964
Engine: four cylinders, twin overhead camshafts, twin dual-
throat sidedraft Weber DCOE40 carburettors, 1588cc, 115
bhp (SE model). Gearbox: close-ratio 4-speed manual.
Suspension: independent front by wishbone and
Macpherson strut, rear A-bracket, coil springs with trailing
arm links. Brakes: hydraulic front discs, drum rear. Body:
aluminium door skins, bonnet and boot lids. All other
correct Lotus modifications. Right-hand drive.
The idea of a sporting saloon was conceived in the early
1960s following an approach by Ford to Colin Chapman of
Lotus, to design and build a sports-racing version of their
popular Cortina. Lotus had already committed to the
development of the latest Ford engine block for their new
Elan sports cars, whilst for Ford it produced a remarkable
vehicle whose performance on both road and track were to
become legendary. The engine was created by adapting a
Cosworth designed alloy twin-cam head to the standard
Ford 1498cc block bored out to 1558cc. Other features
departing from stock Cortina were a purpose-designed
independent rear suspension, originally with A-brackets
replacing the standard leaf spring arrangement. Overall, the
car was lowered for much-improved handling, and the Lotus
version featured alloy castings for the bell housing, tailshaft
housing, diff casing and front steering arms. The non-
structural body panels were also fabricated from aluminium.
The car was known internally at Lotus as the ‘Type 28’
and built entirely by the specialist manufacturer at their
facility in Cheshunt (North London), from bodyshells
delivered by Ford. The first customer cars were delivered in
January 1963 and production lasted through the 1966
model year. Jim Clark easily won the 1964 British Saloon
Car Championships in Lotus-Cortinas, in between Grand
Prix events driving for Lotus in formula cars!
SPECIAL EQUIPMENT MODEL
Of 2894 Mk.1 Lotus-Cortinas built, only 64 were created
as Special Equipment models from the factory. SE
modifications include the following:
· Semi-race spec camshafts
· Larger valves
· Larger diameter exhaust system
· 115 bhp (uprated from 105), indicated by green cam covers
· Adjustable rear dampers
· Leather-wrapped version of the distinctive Lotus wood
steering wheel (from April, 1964)
· Irvin ‘aircraft-spec’ seatbelts/harness
· Unique ‘Special Equipment’ script badge on rear body
panel
AEG 156B was the subject of a lengthy, meticulous, and
scrupulously correct restoration from 1993-97 by a talented
husband-and-wife team. An impressive history file
documenting the restoration comes with the car, as well as
extensive photographs detailing the painstaking renovation
of the body and monococque. A pristine Lotus-Cortina
owner’s manual is provided with the car, as well as a spare
set of 5 refurbished original steel wheels.
The engine was rebuilt and uprated by marque specialists
Nick Stagg Engineering for the restoration project. Check
results are all documented, including the dyno tested
horsepower rating of the completed unit of 143.8 bhp @
7182 rpm.
The finished car is confirmed as to correct spec by the
Lotus-Cortina Register, and was the subject of a photo
history exercise by the British Motor Industry Heritage
Trust who had chosen this particular example as the
reference model for their archive.
After restoration the car was acquired by Trevor Barefoot,
who is regarded as among the world’s foremost and
knowledgeable collectors of Mk.1 Lotus-Cortinas. During
his ownership the well-known BBC motoring programme
‘Top Gear’ prominently showcased AEG 156B during a
segment on the history and contemporary driving
impressions of these amazing cars, which aired initially on
July 26, 2001.
AEG 156B represents a rare opportunity to experience the
best and rarest version of a legendary model, a true world-
beater in its day. It is a strong and powerful reflection of
Ford’s competition ambitions of the 1960s, as well as a
convincing emblem of Colin Chapman’s genius and guile. It
drives superbly, swiftly, and comfortably, and presents a
flawless appearance.
Original owner: Mr. Pinder, tool maker (Versatool)
Second owner: Mr. Hibbins
Restored by: Duncan and Teresa Tough
Purchased from Mr. Trevor Barefoot
Exeter, UK
Included: A comprehensive document binder with receipts,
photo file, a video copy of the 'Top Gear' program; UK
MOT through 6/2003, V5 logbook
SOLD: JULY, 2003
LOTUS CORTINA Mk1 SE
1 OF ONLY 64 FACTORY SPECIAL EQUIPMENT
MODELS
UK Reg: AEG 156B
VIN: Z74D424157
ENG #: LP1533
MFG: April, 1964
Reg Date: June 10, 1964
Engine: four cylinders, twin overhead camshafts, twin dual-
throat sidedraft Weber DCOE40 carburettors, 1588cc, 115
bhp (SE model). Gearbox: close-ratio 4-speed manual.
Suspension: independent front by wishbone and
Macpherson strut, rear A-bracket, coil springs with trailing
arm links. Brakes: hydraulic front discs, drum rear. Body:
aluminium door skins, bonnet and boot lids. All other
correct Lotus modifications. Right-hand drive.
The idea of a sporting saloon was conceived in the early
1960s following an approach by Ford to Colin Chapman of
Lotus, to design and build a sports-racing version of their
popular Cortina. Lotus had already committed to the
development of the latest Ford engine block for their new
Elan sports cars, whilst for Ford it produced a remarkable
vehicle whose performance on both road and track were to
become legendary. The engine was created by adapting a
Cosworth designed alloy twin-cam head to the standard
Ford 1498cc block bored out to 1558cc. Other features
departing from stock Cortina were a purpose-designed
independent rear suspension, originally with A-brackets
replacing the standard leaf spring arrangement. Overall, the
car was lowered for much-improved handling, and the Lotus
version featured alloy castings for the bell housing, tailshaft
housing, diff casing and front steering arms. The non-
structural body panels were also fabricated from aluminium.
The car was known internally at Lotus as the ‘Type 28’
and built entirely by the specialist manufacturer at their
facility in Cheshunt (North London), from bodyshells
delivered by Ford. The first customer cars were delivered in
January 1963 and production lasted through the 1966
model year. Jim Clark easily won the 1964 British Saloon
Car Championships in Lotus-Cortinas, in between Grand
Prix events driving for Lotus in formula cars!
SPECIAL EQUIPMENT MODEL
Of 2894 Mk.1 Lotus-Cortinas built, only 64 were created
as Special Equipment models from the factory. SE
modifications include the following:
· Semi-race spec camshafts
· Larger valves
· Larger diameter exhaust system
· 115 bhp (uprated from 105), indicated by green cam covers
· Adjustable rear dampers
· Leather-wrapped version of the distinctive Lotus wood
steering wheel (from April, 1964)
· Irvin ‘aircraft-spec’ seatbelts/harness
· Unique ‘Special Equipment’ script badge on rear body
panel
AEG 156B was the subject of a lengthy, meticulous, and
scrupulously correct restoration from 1993-97 by a talented
husband-and-wife team. An impressive history file
documenting the restoration comes with the car, as well as
extensive photographs detailing the painstaking renovation
of the body and monococque. A pristine Lotus-Cortina
owner’s manual is provided with the car, as well as a spare
set of 5 refurbished original steel wheels.
The engine was rebuilt and uprated by marque specialists
Nick Stagg Engineering for the restoration project. Check
results are all documented, including the dyno tested
horsepower rating of the completed unit of 143.8 bhp @
7182 rpm.
The finished car is confirmed as to correct spec by the
Lotus-Cortina Register, and was the subject of a photo
history exercise by the British Motor Industry Heritage
Trust who had chosen this particular example as the
reference model for their archive.
After restoration the car was acquired by Trevor Barefoot,
who is regarded as among the world’s foremost and
knowledgeable collectors of Mk.1 Lotus-Cortinas. During
his ownership the well-known BBC motoring programme
‘Top Gear’ prominently showcased AEG 156B during a
segment on the history and contemporary driving
impressions of these amazing cars, which aired initially on
July 26, 2001.
AEG 156B represents a rare opportunity to experience the
best and rarest version of a legendary model, a true world-
beater in its day. It is a strong and powerful reflection of
Ford’s competition ambitions of the 1960s, as well as a
convincing emblem of Colin Chapman’s genius and guile. It
drives superbly, swiftly, and comfortably, and presents a
flawless appearance.
Original owner: Mr. Pinder, tool maker (Versatool)
Second owner: Mr. Hibbins
Restored by: Duncan and Teresa Tough
Purchased from Mr. Trevor Barefoot
Exeter, UK
Included: A comprehensive document binder with receipts,
photo file, a video copy of the 'Top Gear' program; UK
MOT through 6/2003, V5 logbook
SOLD: JULY, 2003
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