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How many Brooklands Capris were made?

How many Brooklands Capris were made?

1,038 Capri 280s
A total of 1,038 Capri 280s were built, all right-hand drive and powered by a 160bhp 2.8-litre V6. Aside from that signature green hue – source of its ‘Brooklands’ nickname – buyers got 15-inch alloys, a limited-slip differential and Recaro front seats.

How many Capri 280 are left?

2021 2019
FORD CAPRI 280 90 112

Where was the Ford Capri made?

Ford Capri Mk I (1969–1974)

Ford Capri Mk I
Manufacturer Ford of Europe
Also called Mercury Capri
Production November 1968 – December 1973
Assembly United Kingdom: Halewood West Germany: Saarlouis, Cologne Australia: Homebush South Africa: Port Elizabeth

What is a Brooklands Capri?

The Ford Capri 280, known as the ‘Brooklands’, was a final version of the legendary coupe of the 1970s and 1980s and featured a raft of special features, along with a 2.8 litre V6 engine. Just 1,038 of the cars were made. The Ford Escort Mexico sold for £43,875, more than £16,000 above its lower estimate.

Are capris shorts or pants?

Capri pants (also known as three quarter legs, capris, crop pants, man-pris, clam-diggers, flood pants, jams, highwaters, or toreador pants) are pants that are longer than shorts but are not as long as trousers.

Who made the Capri car?

Mercury1979–1986, Ford Motor Company
Ford of Europe1970–1978Ford Motor Company of Australia1991–1994
Mercury Capri/Manufacturers

Is the Ford Capri 280 Brooklands in good condition?

Documentation Welcome to the sale of our Ford Capri 280 Brooklands in stunning condition, this car has only done 20,654 miles from new which is backed up by the extensive history file. It will come with a brand new MOT on it for the new owner.

Where can I hire a 1987 Ford Capri?

The Ford Capri 280 Brooklands was the ultimate Capri. Now you can hire it from our base in the Midlands near Stratford Upon Avon. You can hire the Ford Capri 280 Brooklands by the hour, day, weekend, week or as part of our uniquer road trip experiences. The car is based at our site in Worcestershire 1987 Ford Capri 280 Brooklands .

Are there any Brooklands 280 brooklandses for sale?

Auctioneers Notes: This is a cracking example of the rare 280 Brooklands No 510 out Hendy Performance are delighted to be able to offer this Stunning and Iconic Special Edition 280 “Brooklands” Capri. The car has been maintained to the very highest standards and is one of the best examples you will find for Sale Today.

What was the colour of the 1987 Ford Capri 280?

Whether it was a tribute to Henry Fords “you can have any colour you like as long as it is black” the Capri 280 was only available in Brooklands green – and the name of the paint has stuck with the car – most often refered to as a Brooklands than a Capri 280.

Is the Ford Capri 280 Brooklands a classic car?

An instant classic the moment it rolled off the production line this limited edition Capri 280 is finished in the only exclusive colour available, Brooklands Green Metallic, (Code T7), and has a superb finish. All exterior trim items and decals are in excellent order other than a few touched in marks to the bonnet.

Whether it was a tribute to Henry Fords “you can have any colour you like as long as it is black” the Capri 280 was only available in Brooklands green – and the name of the paint has stuck with the car – most often refered to as a Brooklands than a Capri 280.

The Ford Capri 280 Brooklands was the ultimate Capri. Now you can hire it from our base in the Midlands near Stratford Upon Avon. You can hire the Ford Capri 280 Brooklands by the hour, day, weekend, week or as part of our uniquer road trip experiences. The car is based at our site in Worcestershire 1987 Ford Capri 280 Brooklands .

When did I repaint my Ford Capri Brooklands?

Brand new top tint bronze windscreen fitted February 2018. In 2017 the Capri was treated to a full repaint in genuine Ford Cardinal Red and 2.8i livery to do justice to the car, which in nearly every respect seems like it belongs in the showroom somewhere! HPI check is clear. The new owner will have a 12 month MOT from date of sale.

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