1974 FORD CAPRI MKII 3000 GHIA

KEY FACTS

• A charming classic flagship coupe, in great condition having received cosmetic and mechanical refurbishment.
• It is powered by the 3.0-litre Essex V6, coupled to the four-speed manual gearbox and a limited-slip differential.
• The car was purchased by the vendor in 2018 from a private collector, with the intention of taking it on an African regularity rally.
• The engine was rebuilt in 2019 by Thurston Engineering Ltd in Ongar.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• This MkII Capri ‘Ghia’ features Olympic Blue paintwork, a black vinyl roof and grey fabric upholstery.
• Its original ‘Ghia’ wheels are still fitted.
• The owner’s manuals will be included, along with a Haynes Workshop Manual, and a raft of maintenance invoices within the large history file.

CONDITION

• No known prior bodywork damage, with the vendor noting that it was also undersealed as early as 1975.
• The bonnet has been resprayed, and the Olympic Blue paintwork presents with a few marks on the front end, but this is evidently a very presentable example. Some light wear can be seen on the wing mirror caps, grille and bumper trims.
• Inside, its grey fabric upholstery has some creases and wrinkles, but still looks smart, with no heavy wear or significant discolouration.
• No electrical faults have been detected.
• The most recent MOT test was on 9 February 2018 at 77,622 miles, which was a clean pass with no advisories or defects. It is exempt from mandatory testing on the basis of age.

SERVICE HISTORY

• The engine was rebuilt in April 2019 at Thurston Engineering Ltd, and the car has also been fitted with a new limited-slip differential, clutch, steering rack, electric fan, battery, alternator, starter motor, exhaust, fuel tank and sender, along with new wheel bearings, twin electric petrol pumps, and brake callipers, discs and pads.
• The car was also given an overhaul and service in summer 2018 shortly after acquisition.

SUMMARY

This Ford Capri MkII 3000 Ghia is a smart example of the 1970s fastback coupe, with a rebuilt engine and various updated components. Offered in good order throughout, it would make a charming addition to a collection or a fun companion for classic events.

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