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1979 Ford Capri FIA Group 1
Silverstone Auctions • UK • 22 Jul 2018
Market Position:
Rare Sale
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1979 Ford Capri FIA Group 1
UK • 22 Jul 2018
Vehicle Details
AI Listing Summary
This is a meticulously maintained 1979 Capri 3.0S, originally built in 2003 and rebuilt in 2005, with a rich history in Group One racing from 2005 to 2011. It boasts a 260bhp JW Developments engine, Capri Group-One gearbox with Hewland internals, and an Atlas axle, making it a competitive classic racer ready for UK or European events.
Condition
7
The car has been consistently raced and rebuilt, indicating ongoing maintenance and upgrades. The description mentions recent tuning and setup, suggesting good mechanical condition. However, it also acknowledges that the car has been used extensively in racing events, implying some wear and tear. The car has FIA homologation papers and is ready for racing events, but it will likely need maintenance.
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Manual
1979
Auction
RHD
United Kingdom
Not Sold
1979 Ford Capri FIA Group 1
Silverstone Auctions • UK • 22 Jul 2018
Market Position:
Rare Sale
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Description
A dozen years of consistent Group-One success.
Original 1979 Capri 3.0S built in 2003 and first raced in 2004.
Reshelled / rebuilt in today's 'Esso' form for the 2005 season Over 100 starts (2005-11) in Group One/Pre-83 (Classic Touring Car Race Club and 70's Groove Baby series Class winner/ joint 2nd overall in 2006.
Won its class in CTCRC Pre-83 in 2015.
Gerry Marshal Trophy at Goodwood Members Meeting in 2015, 8th/30 and 4th/28 Now regularly invited to the Members Meeting to contest the Gerry Marshall.
Last two years co-driven by Emanuele Pirro at one point running 4th 260bhp JW Developments engine recently tuned and set-up at Tim Adams Dyno, Capri Group-One gearbox with Hewland internals, Atlas axle with 3.44 LSD, Leda two-way front and newly developed two-way rear shocks Full FIA Homologation Papers and ready for any UK or European event where it could be very competitive in the right hands! This Capri started life in 1979 as a V6 3.0S and was purchased by our vendor in 2001,...
Price Analysis vs Other Capri Mk III Capri Group 1s
£65,250
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£92,250
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£103,500
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Silverstone Auctions
Ashorne, Warwick, Warwickshire, CV35 9AE, England
Located in Warwick, Warwickshire, Silverstone Auctions is a physical auction house handling classic, sports, and collector cars. They conduct live auctions at major UK events and offer vehicle consignment services.
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