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£10,842

1975 Ford Capri Mk.II JPS Special

United Kingdom • 28 Nov 2015 • Lot 275

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This is a very well-maintained, early Mk. II Capri JPS Special Edition that was restored in 2005 to an incredible standard. The original 1.6 litre engine was replaced with a stronger 2.0 litre unit, and the differential and gearbox were also changed, with a five-speed manual box added.

Condition

8

While the car was restored to an incredible standard in 2005, the listing mentions that the car has been used since then. The listing does highlight the quality of the restoration and care since, suggesting only minimal wear and tear. No mention of issues.

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Transmission:

Manual

Chassis No:

BBECRE26294

Odometer:

19,780 miles

Reg Number:

KGS 615N

RHD/LHD:

RHD

The Ford Capri was the Ford Mustang of Europe.

A mind boggling array of options meant that the Capri could be whatever you wanted it to be; just like the Mustang.

The Capri was released to the press on 24th January 1969 at the Brussels Motor Show.

There had previously been a press preview in Cyprus but Ford had requested that nothing about the new car be published until 24th January to coincide with the motor show.

Surprisingly, this request was honoured and the Capri caused a sensation.

The Ford Capri would stay in production for 18 years, from 1969 to 1987.

An unusually immaculate example of an early Mk.

II Capri JPS Special Edition, this car is presented in the correct black with black interior and beige inserts having been restored in 2005 to an incredible standard.

It is well worth getting on your hands and knees to take a look at the underside of this coupé which gives an indication as to the quality of both of the initial restoration as well as the care and ownership eve...