1980 FORD CAPRI 3.0S

KEY FACTS

• A wonderful restored example of the iconic performance car, with only two owners from new.

• Under the bonnet is a rebuilt 138bhp 3.0-litre ‘Essex’ V6, which drives the rear wheels through a four-speed manual transmission.

• Meticulously renovated, this Capri features lightly restored bodywork with fresh paint, and overhauled mechanical components.

• First registered in May 1980, the car has only one prior keeper, and was acquired from them by the seller one year ago as a partly completed project.

EQUIPMENT AND OPTIONS

• This Capri left the factory finished in the eye-catching hue of Venetian Red, and features ‘Carla Check’ interior upholstery with ‘fishnet’ Recaro Seats.

• It rides on a set of 13-inch Ghia alloy wheels, which have been refurbished and are pristine.

• The car will be accompanied by various receipts for its maintenance and restoration, as well as an original Operating Guide and sales brochure.

CONDITION

• Refurbished during the car’s restoration, the bodywork is in excellent condition, with no evidence of prior accident damage.

• All of the exterior trim has either been replaced or restored, and is very smart indeed.

• Having been fully resprayed, the paintwork is in impeccable condition.

• The engine bay is also in great shape, and has been fully detailed.

• Believed to be entirely original, the interior is in fantastic order, with a charming light patina and no damage to speak of.

• There are no known electrical or mechanical faults.

• Exempt due to its age, the car’s last MOT test was conducted on 20 December 2014 at 82,122 miles, which resulted in a clean, first-time pass.

SERVICE HISTORY

• This Capri’s most recent maintenance was carried out at 82,130 miles, when its mechanical components were fully rebuilt and serviced.

• Some small welding repairs have been carried out on the body, but the floor pans and underside are mostly original.

• While the engine is not the car’s original, numbers-matching unit, it is in great shape, having been fully rebuilt and fitted with a steel timing gear and a new-old-stock clutch.

• All of the suspension components have been cleaned and powder coated, new bushes have been fitted and the steering rack has been rebuilt.

• The exhaust has been replaced with a standard, genuine Ford system.

SUMMARY

Benefitting from substantial investment and presented in outstanding condition, this fully restored 1980 Ford Capri 3.0S is a fine example of the breed. Described by the seller as a usable yet stunning example, this Capri is a fine modern classic that will no doubt trigger a good dose of nostalgia for many prospective bidders.

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