£20,000 - £25,000
1979 Ford Capri MkIII 3.0 S
United Kingdom • 21 Feb 2026
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This is a restored 1979 Ford Capri Mklll 3000S, a non-sunroof model with its original registration. It features a rebuilt 2994cc engine, performance upgrades, and a Signal Orange exterior, making it a standout example of this classic car.
Condition
8
Restored condition, minor imperfections possible.
/ 10
Manual
Transmission:
GAECWK02427
Chassis No:
Odometer:
[Odometer Reading]
DHA 624T
Reg Number:
RHD/LHD:
RHD
As exciting as the Capri Mkll was rational, the Mklll (1978-1986) was one of the industry's most effective facelifts with a distinctly modern shape, and its improved aerodynamics naturally resulted in better performance and economy.
Quad headlights, wrap-around bumpers and a plethora of TV star associations restored the Capri's mojo.
At launch, the existing engine and transmission combinations of the Capri Mkll were carried over but only two 3.0-litre versions of the Mklll were available, the 3000S (Sport) and the luxury Ghia with the 3000S generally regarded amongst enthusiasts as the most desirable.
Much of the car's 'muscle car' character emanates from its 2,994cc 'Essex' cast-iron V6 engine (the British-built version, not the 2.8-litre German V6 which was adopted by the Granada range) which generated 138bhp and a healthy 174lb/ft of torque at 3,000rpm.
It's such a basic, solid but effective design, described by a noted motoring journalist at the time saying: 'I have visions of ...
Points of note
£14,872
Lowest Price (Since 2020)
£22,897
Median Price (Since 2020)
£186,750
Highest Price (Since 2020)
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MOT Information
Expired
Expired on Nov 02 2024
Latest MOT Mileage
12,539 miles
Registration Date
1979-04-05
MOT History
Passed
On Nov 03 2023 with 12,539 miles
Passed
On Nov 16 2022 with 12,517 miles
Passed
On Nov 24 2021 with 12,503 miles
Passed
On Nov 24 2020 with 12,482 miles
Passed
On Jun 03 2019 with 12,446 miles
Passed
On Jun 05 2018 with 12,058 miles
Passed
On May 19 2017 with 11,424 miles
Passed
On May 09 2015 with 9,941 miles
Passed
On May 09 2014 with 8,989 miles
Passed
On May 01 2013 with 7,486 miles
Passed
On Apr 21 2012 with 5,994 miles
Passed
On May 07 2011 with 3,775 miles
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