£25,000 - £30,000
1972 Ford Capri Mk1 3000E
United Kingdom • 21 Feb 2026
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This 1970 Ford Capri 3000E was owned by British Saloon Car champion Jack Sears, adding significant historical value. It features its original Evergreen Metallic paint, Olive interior, and a well-documented 103,149 miles.
Condition
7
Original, solid condition with minor wear.
/ 10
Manual
Transmission:
BBECMA32787
Chassis No:
Odometer:
103,149 miles
EVF 300K
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
In September 1969, the 3000 GT was introduced to the UK Capri range powered by the legendary Essex V6 generating 138bhp.
The range continued to be broadened, with another 3.0-litre variant, the 3000E (Executive), introduced from the British plant in March 1970, offering a unique pleated interior and padded dash accents, leather wrapped alloy-spoke sports wheel, opening rear windows, heated rear window, driving lamps, custom rear finisher panel, vinyl top, sports road wheels, and much more.
Although the 3000GT was seen as the most sporty model, the almost equally powerful 3000E (126bhp) with its impressive specification became the most aspirational of the entire range.
Direct from the Sears family, this rare Capri is an important part of a motorsport dynasty.
For many, Jack Sears will be remembered as the first British Saloon Car champion back in 1958.
‘Gentleman Jack’, as he was known, followed his father’s passion for cars and started competing with the Veteran Car Club in the 195...
Points of note
£990
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£19,980
Median Price (Since 2020)
£36,400
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Mar 30 2018
Latest MOT Mileage
2,284 miles
Registration Date
1972-03-24
MOT History
Passed
On Mar 31 2017 with 2,284 miles
Passed
On Oct 23 2015 with 2,248 miles
Passed
On Aug 04 2014 with 2,207 miles
Passed
On Aug 07 2013 with 2,161 miles
Passed
On Aug 19 2011 with 2,103 miles
Passed
On Aug 13 2010 with 1,995 miles
Passed
On Aug 06 2009 with 1,940 miles
Passed
On May 06 2008 with 1,855 miles
Passed
On May 03 2007 with 1,753 miles
Passed
On May 15 2006 with 1,523 miles
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