When did the Ford Capri GT come out?
When did the Ford Capri GT come out?
By the end of 1969 proper sports versions of the Capri were available in Europe and the British 3000 GT with 103kW from its Essex V6 trumped the German 92kW 2300 GT. Australians bought the 1600 GT in surprising numbers, especially considering it operated in the same price territory as sixpack Torana GTRs and VF Pacers.
What was the original mileage of a 1972 Mercury Capri GT?
Original mileage is purportedly under 70k according to it’s last, second owner. Car starts; runs and drives great with excellent suspension, steering, shifting and braking.
What was the highest sales of a Ford Capri?
In addition, North American versions received larger rubber-covered bumpers (to comply with US DOT regulations) for 1973. In 1973, the Capri saw the highest sales total it would ever attain, at 233,000 vehicles: the 1,000,000th Capri, an RS 2600, was completed on 29 August.
Where was the last Ford Capri made in the UK?
In October 1976, the only UK plant producing Capris, Ford’s Halewood plant stopped production, and all production of the Capri was moved to the Cologne and Saarlouis factories in Germany, and the Genk factory in Belgium.
Where is the 1972 Ford Capri 1600 GT?
The presented Ford Capri 1600 GT is from 1972. The car was in the hands of a single owner in Switzerland, who checked it out several years ago and kept it in a warm and dry garage. Car was brought to Poland in 2015. The new owner immediately started the process of restoring the car to almost factory state.
What kind of engine does a 1972 Mercury Capri have?
1972 Ford (Mercury) Capri with the most desirable 2.0, 4-speed setup. Car is original Medium Blue Poly with one repaint. All the stock pieces are there including original radio and map light.
When did the first Ford Capri come out?
Ford’s intention with the Capri was to create Europe’s own pony car – front engine’d coupe with rear wheel drive, sporty performance and affordability. And in 1968 it did it with the introduction of the first generation model you see here.
Are there any rust problems on a 1972 Ford Capri?
Capris are notorious for rust problems in the rear quarters, and in the Mk II models, also in the hatchback area. Again, you don’t just waltz into your local salvage yard and magically locate Capri parts. Instead, you tap into the international Capri network and rustle up some parts.
