Ford Cortina Mk II
Overview
| Produced: |
1966-1970, 846620 produced. |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Saloon,2 doors,4 seats Saloon,4 doors,4 seats Estate,4 doors,4 seats |
In 1966 Ford launched its new Cortina Mk II. As with the original Cortina Mk I (1962-1966) the new Cortina range included standard, Super and GT variants along with a choice of engine and transmission types. The Cortina Mk II featured a new bodyshell which had angular lines and a full width grille not dissimilar to that of the Zephyr/Zodiac Mk IV.
Ford Cortina Mk II buyers could choose between either a 1300, (1297cc) or 1500 (1498cc) four cylinder engine and from 1968 a 1600 (1599cc) replaced the earlier 1500 unit. Front disc brakes were standard and all engines used a five bearing crankshaft for smoothness. The Cortina Mk II sold well in its four year production run and was eventually replaced in 1970 by the slightly larger Cortina Mk III.
Buyers Guide Ford Cortina Mk II 1966-1970 featured in Practical Classics Spring 2004 – available from our sister site Bookbase. Click here to view.
Source: Motorbase
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1297cc | S4 OHV | Ford Kent | 81mm x 63mm | 9 |
| 1498cc | S4 OHV | Ford Cortina 113E/118E engine | 80.96mm x 72.75mm | |
| 1599cc | S4 OHV | Ford Kent | 81mm x 77.6mm | 9 |
Fuel System
| Type | Number | Capacity | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ford downdraught | 1 |
Performance
| Top Speed | 0-60 | SQM | MPG | Engine Pwr | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87 mph | 15.1 s | 19.7 s | 26 mpg | 71 bhp 5000 | 1599cc engine |
Brakes
| Front | Rear | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Disc | Drum | Girling hydraulic |
Auction Sales History
| Lot Num |
Description | Auctioneer | Date | Hammer Price | Hammer Price (inc premium) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 244 | Ford Cortina MkII Deluxe Saloon to '1600E' Specification | Bonhams | 16 Jun 2012 | £3400.00 | £3910.00 |
| 223 | Ford Cortina Mk II 1300 Super fourdoor saloon | Charterhouse | 17 Apr 2011 | £2650.00 | - |
| 504 | Ford Cortina MKI 1500 Super Saloon | Bonhams | 7 Dec 2009 | £1700.00 | £1955.00 |
| 260 | Ford Cortina MkI 1500 Super Saloon | Bonhams | 18 Sep 2009 | £2400.00 | £2760.00 |
| 126 | Ford Cortina MKII | Barons | 23 Oct 2007 | £8600.00 | - |
| 232 | 1965 Ford Cortina MK I | Coys | 27 May 2007 | Not sold | |
| 22 | Ford Cortina Mk II 1600E | BCA | 19 Feb 2007 | - | £8250.00 |
Magazine Articles
| Title | Pages | Options | ||
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| Article |
Buyers Guide: Ford Cortina Mk II 1966-1970 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics Spring 2004 | |||
| Buyers Guide: Ford Cortina Mk II 1966-1970 - A truly practical Classic, the Ford Cortina Mk II's code name was archbishop - read this guide carefully and before you know it you'll be converted. | ||||
| Article |
Good company |
48 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics March 2002 | |||
| Good Company - Nearly 20 years ago, Steve Deeley bought a forlorn company car that had been abandoned on a rubbish heap, and they have been the closest of colleagues ever since. Lloyd McNeill fills in the time sheet on its four-year restoration. | ||||
| Article |
The lost traveller - GT hero |
44 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart April 2010 | |||
| The lost traveller - GT hero - Steve Wilson finds out why the MKII Cortina sold a quarter of a million in its first model year, via this prize-winning Dragoon Red 1500GT. | ||||
| Article |
Buyers guide - Hip to be square |
90 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart February 2008 | |||
| Buyers guide - Hip to be square - Spacious, economical and easy to look after - the MK II Cortina is a great everyday classic. | ||||
| Article |
One of the family - Part 2 Cortina GT Estate |
88 |
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| Publication | Classics Monthly February 2006 | |||
| One of the family - Part 2 - Michael Fisher's rare 1600GT is only one of a handful known to exist. It was saved from extinction after 23 years waiting. Gary Stretton concludes this very special story about a family friend. | ||||
| Article |
Buying Power - Cortina MK 2 |
24 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 19 January 2006 | |||
| Buying Power - Cortina MK 2 - Building on the success of the original Cortina, Ford's second generation of family favourites lasted from 1966 to 1970. RICHARD GUNN looks at buying the car that millions of Britons have fond memories of. | ||||
| Article |
Classics September 2002 pg 74 |
74 |
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| Publication | Classics September 2002 | |||
| Spotters Guide. Spotting a million selling saloon. At first glance, the Ford Cortina Mk1 didn't change an awful lot but Tim Morgan guides you through the changes and different models. | ||||
| Article |
Classic Car Weekly 24 July 2002 pg 20 |
20 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 24 July 2002 | |||
| Buying Power. Ford Cortina Mk II. After the success of the Mk I, the Mk II Cortina of 1966 had a hard act to follow. Thankfully it was more than up to the task and continued to be a best seller. Matt Skelton tells you how to find one that's still got plenty of life left. | ||||
| Article |
Classics February 2002 pg 30 |
30 |
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| Publication | Classics February 2002 | |||
| Life begins at 40. It's 40 years since the Ford Cortina appeared, and 20 years since it reached the end of the road. Tim Morgan drives all five generations to chart their development. | ||||
| Article |
Classics 3 Summer 2001 pg 76 |
76 |
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| Publication | Classics 3 Summer 2001 | |||
| Ford Cortina Mk3. Does Ford give you more when it comes to looking after a Mark 3 Cortina? Kim Henson investigates. . . | ||||
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