Description
FOR SALE
JF Classic Cars are pleased to offer this stunning 1970 Ford Escort Mk1 Lotus Twin Cam for sale.
DESCRIPTION
A unique example in immaculate condition, Built at Fords Halewood factory this has undertaken a full back to bare metal restoration with no expense spared not to be rallied however to be enjoyed for what it is.
EXTERNAL
With the legendary original Type 49 Twim Cam body shell this particular example has had a full nut and bolt restoration with dedication in ensuring the originality remains outright. With over 500 man hours dedicated alone to ensuring the bodyworks as good as the day it left the factory. The paint finish is simply stunning in Ermine White(Colour Code AB) Having a high detail finish which also includes the underside which looks just as pristine as the outside finish. With AVO credentials to back up the originality and craftsmanship this is one special vehicle. With a simple but subtle front end consisting of gleaming wrap around quarter bumpers and the desirable full frontal chrome piped front grill housing original Cibie H4 headlamps. Badging all pristine and correctly positioned ‘Twin Cam’ sitting proudly on each front lower wing. The detailed panel lines are pin sharp and complement the attention to detail this vehicle has undertaken. All door handles sit gleaming as well as the key operated petrol filler cap. Full length bumper in chrome to the rear again gleaming as you would expect along with original glasswork throughout with the exterior rubbers sitting fresh with front and rear screen chrome pin trims glossy and bright.
INTERNAL
Upon opening the doors you feel like your back in the seventies viewing an example that’s just come of the Ford production Line.
With a basic but adequate interior boasting original period trim and black leather effect piped seats front and rear with perforated centres, Fixed front seats with lever control tilt working as expected, The unique carpet showing no wear due to precision fitted over mats fitted, Door panels front and rear impeccably high finish and originality maintained. The dashboard carries on the minimalistic theme but houses all you need with 6 pod dial set including tachometer, speedometer, temperature gauge, battery voltage, fuel gauge, oil temperature all working as intended. Push button headlight switch and heater fan 2-speed switch sitting neatly centre stage along with the toggle directional heater vent control and internal heating temperature lever.
ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Fitted with the 1558cc Lotus Twin Cam Engine with L14 cams QED pistons lightened and balanced along with twin 40-webbers mated to a 4-speed three rail manual gearbox, Producing 135bhp with a dyno printout this languishes power in leaps and bounds and burbles in it’s very distinctive manner.
WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
Having original steel wheels fitted with Pirelli 175/ 70 R13 Tyres all round in as new condition with chrome bright finish centre caps. Disc calliper brakes to the front and drums to the rear with diagonally split vacuum assisted braking bring you to a steady controlled stop.
HISTORY FILE
A barn find back in 2008 turned this then damp in need of repair Mk1 Ford Escort Lotus Twin Cam into one of the best if not the best example out on sale today. Having been a back to bare metal full restoration with no expense spared with originality being key. Production Number 2106 was registered on the 2nd April 1970 and still stands the test of time today with the restoration finishing in Approx. 2011-12. With various features including Standard front struts with koni inserts, Bilstein rear dampers and superflex bushes throughout, Quaiffe Limited Slip Diff, Aero Tech Clubman Contour Vinyl Trim with Springalex steering wheel, twin 40 Webbers, The full restoration has photographic back up images with having such a professional restoration, Backed up with AVO credentials this is one example that will sit proud in any Ford collection with its credible history and historic reams of invoices and MOT certificates dating back from when it first came back on the road and since having covered a mere 2400 miles. This is a collector’s dream car waiting for its new owner to take over the reins.
