£28,000 - £34,000
1975 Ford Capri 3.0 with Ric Wood Motovation
United Kingdom • 21 Feb 2026
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This is a race-prepared 1980's Ford Capri 3.1 with a 296bhp Ric Wood GP1 engine, campaigned successfully in historic touring car events and recently upgraded.
It is eligible for prestigious championships, with a strong competition history and a 6th overall finish at Silverstone in 2022.
Condition
7
Race-prepared, minor enhancements, Silverstone 2022.
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Manual
Transmission:
GAECPG01435
Chassis No:
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
HPM 122N
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
Few silhouettes evoke the golden age of British saloon car racing quite like the Ford Capri, and this superbly prepared example is one that truly lives up to the legend.
Presented in striking Radiant Red, this race-prepared Capri 3.1 boasts an enviable circuit-racing history and a specification that places it firmly in the upper echelon of historic touring cars.
At the heart of the car lies a recently supplied and fitted Ric Wood GP1 engine, a name synonymous with ultimate Ford competition pedigree.
Producing a formidable 296bhp, the engine is complemented by the appropriate associated components, including a twin-box full exhaust system, resulting in a Capri that is as thrilling mechanically as it is visually arresting.
This is a Capri with genuine provenance.
In more recent years, it was campaigned with great success by Mike Haynes, who drove it to victory in the Classic Touring Car Club’s Class B Pre-’83 Group 1 Championship in 2018.
Its competition story stretches back even fur...
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Dec 03 2019
Latest MOT Mileage
6,058 miles
Registration Date
1975-04-01
MOT History
Passed
On Dec 04 2018 with 6,058 miles
There were 4 defects noted.
Advisory:
- Nearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is damaged but not considered excessive (2.1.2 (e) (i))
- Oil leak, but not excessive various (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Central Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
Failed
On May 02 2017 with 5,332 miles
There were 7 defects noted.
Fail:
- Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour Both lamps showing yellow light (1.1.A.3e)
- Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- Headlamps matched pair are incorrectly positioned main beam and dip beam positions not matched on each side (swapped) (1.7.3)
- Horn not working (1.6.2a)
- Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
Advisory:
- Offside Front Drivers seat not adjustable (as manufactured )
Passed
On Apr 26 2016 with 4,922 miles
There was 1 defect noted.
Advisory:
- engine has an oil leak
Passed
On Apr 13 2015 with 4,697 miles
Failed
On Apr 11 2015 with 4,693 miles
There were 5 defects noted, with 1 deemed dangerous.
Fail:
- Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
- Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- (Dangerous) Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
Advisory:
- Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
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