
Toby Wilson
Head of Department
LOT 402
1981 Ford Capri 3.0i Ghia Registration no. VOO 362W Chassis no. WF0CXXGAECBU18888
The European equivalent to the Ford Mustang, the Ford Capri is a British icon that was an instant hit when it arrived in 1968. Spanning three generations, this example is a 1981 MKIII model that is powered by the renowned 3.0-litre Essex V6. With only 83,970 miles from new, the car has a low mileage as it has been stored for the last 10 years. The mileage is believed to be genuine as the odometer read 71,960 miles in 2005. The V6 engine is said to be running and driving well, and the vendor has had new front coil springs and Koni Sport rear dampers fitted. There are multiple old MOTs and invoices also included in the history file (and the car has an MOT expiry in June 2022).
Vendor Score Total: 66/100
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Key for sellers' assessments:
1/5 POOR. A project vehicle | Requires urgent attention | Damaged | Parts missing
2/5 AVERAGE. Useable condition | Requires some attention | Light damage
3/5 GOOD. Drive away | Presents well | Good history file | Drives well
4/5 VERY GOOD. Well restored | Running and driving with no noticeable faults | Sound throughout
5/5 EXCELLENT. Concours condition | Beautifully presented | Driving very well
EXTERIOR TOTAL: 19/25
Body Work: 4
Paint: 4
Glass: 4
Chrome/Plastics/Trim: 3
Wheels/Tyres: 4
RUNNING GEAR TOTAL: 12/20
Gearbox/Clutch: 3
Axles: 3
Suspension: 3
Brakes: 3
INTERIOR TOTAL: 12/20
Seats: 3
Dashboard/Door cards/Carpets: 3
Headlining: 3
Trim: 3
ELECTRICAL TOTAL: 6/10
Main components: 3
Ancillary components: 3
ENGINE TOTAL: 14/20
Starting: 4
Running: 4
Under Bonnet: 3
Mechanical components: 3
Car History File: 3




































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