1983 FORD CAPRI 2.0 S

KEY FACTS

• A well-preserved classic coupe with very low mileage.
• Under the bonnet is a rebuilt 100bhp 2.0-litre inline-four, driving the rear wheels through a five-speed manual transmission. 
• It benefits from a strong service history and is ready to drive and enjoy.

EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES

• White paintwork, black striped cloth upholstery, original Pioneer stereo, factory sunroof.
• This example has been fitted with a Phase III cam and followers, as well as a vernier pulley to enhance the performance.
• Its original owner’s manuals and service book will be included.

CONDITION

• The nearside front wing is thought to have been replaced, but otherwise the bodywork is believed to be original.
• Its previously resprayed white paintwork is in good condition, though the vendor has reported a small rust patch underneath the offside headlight and near the offside front sill, and a crack on the front lip of the bonnet.
• The nearside wing mirror is dented and scratched, and the black plastic bumper trims have a few scuffs and scrapes. Overall, the impression is of a highly original example in solid condition. The original dealer sticker is still in the rear window.
• Inside, its black cloth upholstery features minor discolouration and some light wear to the bolsters, but is in generally excellent condition – commensurate with its low mileage.
• The Quartz analogue clock is currently inoperative.
• The most recent MOT test was on 30 March 2021 at 50,510 miles, which was a first-time pass with no advisories or defects.

SERVICE HISTORY

• Its most recent service was in February 2018 at 49,381 miles, where technicians at Dave Brooks Engines changed the engine oil and filter.
• The engine was rebuilt at Dave Brooks Engines in 2016, which included the fitment of the aforementioned Phase III cam, followers and vernier pulley, with a receipt on file detailing the new parts fitted.

Dates and mileage:

• 500 miles - W. Harold Perry Ltd
• 19/04/1986 - 7,400 miles - Newbourne (Auto Engineers)
• 08/08/1988 - 15,003 miles - Newbourne (Auto Engineers)
• 1996 - 19,513 miles - Newbourne (Auto Engineers)
• 2003 - 26,100 miles - Newbourne (Auto Engineers)
• 2004 - 27,582 miles - Newbourne (Auto Engineers)
• 2005 - 40,292 miles - Newbourne (Auto Engineers)
• 2006 - 44,900 miles - Newbourne (Auto Engineers)
• 2008 - 46,584 miles - Newbourne (Auto Engineers)
• 03/02/2010 - 47,134 miles - Newbourne (Auto Engineers)
• 21/01/2016 - 48,780 miles - Unreadable
• 30/08/2016 - 48,903 miles - Dave Brooks Engines (Rebuild)
• 22/10/2016 - 49,301 miles - Dave Brooks Engines
• 04/02/2018 - 49,381 miles - Dave Brooks Engines

SUMMARY

This Ford Capri 2.0 S is a well-maintained and impressively original example of the British icon, with a rebuilt and lightly modified engine, a very smart interior and a good history file. With low mileage, it would make a great addition to any collection of classic Fords, and it is an eminently usable coupe to enjoy through the warm summer months.

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