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1986 Ford Capri 1.6 Laser Mk. III (1.6 litre)

United Kingdom • 22 Sept 2018 • Lot 120

Vehicle Details

AI Listing Summary

This 1986 Ford Capri 1.6 Laser is a well-preserved example with only 26,542 miles and two previous owners. It retains its original features, including the dealer sticker, and comes with a full service history and documentation, making it a rare find for collectors.

Condition

8

The car has very low mileage for its age and has been stored for a significant period, preserving its original condition. While there are paintwork repairs, the originality, complete service history, and included documentation make it a highly desirable example.

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Transmission:

[Transmission]

Chassis No:

WFOCXXGAECGL91288

Odometer:

26,542 miles

Reg Number:

D243 AVT

RHD/LHD:

RHD

The Ford Capri was manufactured between 1968 and 1986, designed by American Philip T.

Clark, who was also involved in the design of the Mustang.

It used the mechanical components from the Cortina Mk.

II and was intended as the European equivalent of the Mustang.

The Capri went on to be a highly successful car for Ford, selling nearly 1.9 million units in its lifetime.

A wide variety of engines were used in the Capri throughout its production lifespan.

The Capri Mk.

III was referred to internally as 'Project Carla' and although it was little more than an update of the Capri Mk.

II, it was often referred to as the Mk.

III.

The first cars were available in March 1978 and sold very well initially.

The new styling cues included the black 'Aeroflow' grille and the 'sawtooth' rear lamp lenses, these echoed the new design language being introduced at that time.

In addition, the Mk.

III featured better designed aerodynamics, leading to improved performance and economy over the Mk.
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