Description A really super example of this rare V4 Capri in original Tawny gold; few owners, the first for 31 years and the rest Ford collectors; large history file from new; grab it while you can! This Capri MkI 2000 GT dates from March 1971 and has the rare Essex 2-litre V4 unit which produced 110bhp and 122lb/ft of torque and a very distinctive noise.

An exceptionally correct and well-maintained example, it was kept by the first owner for 31 years and has been owned by discerning collectors ever since.

It comes with a large history file from new, including the original purchase invoice which shows that it was supplied new via Lumo Cars of Dunstable and cost £1,356 including Tawny (dark gold metallic) paintwork and the top spec XLR options pack - Rostyle wheels; bright metal dummy air scoops; leather steering wheel; front fog lights; reclining bucket seats; map reading light etc.

There is also a letter from the first owner, dated 2005, stating that: “My daughter, who is now 26 yea...