Ford Capri II 1300/1600
Overview
| Produced: |
1974-1977, 403612 produced. (All Capri Iis) |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Hatchback,3 doors,4 seats(Sports Hatchback) |
A facelift version of the Capri arrived in 1974 and became known as the Capri II. As with the first Capri the base models were the 1300 and 1600 versions which offered an attractive alternative to the normal family saloons of the era. The 1300 used a 1297cc "Pinto" overhead cam engine which offered adequate performance. The 1593cc 1600 offered better performance and the 1600GT boasted a top speed of 105mph.
The biggest change to the Capri II was the redesigned bodyshell. The rear boot lid was replaced with a more useful hatchback / tailgate arrangement and the overall shape of the car was much softer. New lights were fitted at the front and rear of the car and a range of extras and option packs were available as before.
Source: Motorbase
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1593cc | S4 OHC | Ford Pinto | 87.7mm x 66mm | 9.2 |
| 1297cc | S4 OHV | Ford Kent | 81mm x 63mm | 9.2 |
Performance
| Top Speed | 0-60 | SQM | MPG | Engine Pwr | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 97 mph | 14.2 s | 1600 | |||
| 90 mph | 18.7 s | 1300 |
Brakes
| Front | Rear | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Disc | Drum |
Auction Sales History
| Lot Num |
Description | Auctioneer | Date | Hammer Price | Hammer Price (inc premium) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 025 | Ford Capri 1600 GL | Anglia Car Auctions | 3 Jun 2012 | Not sold | |
| 134 | Ford Capri MKII 1600 GL | Charterhouse | 12 Feb 2012 | £3275.00 | - |
| 338 | 1974 Ford Capri MkII 3.0S Race Coupe | Bonhams | 19 Sep 2008 | Not sold | |
| 124 | Ford Capri MKII | Barons | 16 Aug 2005 | Not sold | |
| 006 | Ford Capri 1600 L | BCA | 19 Apr 2004 | - | £2969.00 |
| 006 | Ford Capri II 1600XL (1975) | Barons | 26 Jun 2001 | Not sold | |
| 017 | Ford Capri MKII 1600GT (1974) | Barons | 26 Jun 2001 | £1250.00 | - |
| 002 | Ford Capri 2.0 S (1977) | Barons | 6 Feb 2001 | Not sold | |
| 013 | Ford Capri II (1976) | BCA | 29 Jan 2001 | Not sold | |
| 013 | Ford Capri 1600L (1974) | Telford Motor Auctions Ltd | 12 Jun 1999 | - | - |
| 408 | Ford Capri (1976) | Kruse | 15 Nov 1997 | £1600.00 | - |
| 244 | Ford Capri GT (1974) | RTS Auctions Ltd | 14 Jun 1996 | £2600.00 | - |
| 244 | Ford Capri 2 (1974) | RTS Auctions Ltd | 14 Jan 1996 | £2600.00 | - |
| 226 | Ford Capri Coupe (1975) | RTS Auctions Ltd | 12 Nov 1995 | £450.00 | - |
Books
| ISBN | Title | Publisher | Buy this book |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1870642988 | High Performance Capris Gold Portfolio 1969-87 | Brooklands Books |
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| 1855202123 | Capri Muscle Portfolio 1974-87 | Brooklands Books |
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Magazine Articles
| Title | Pages | Options | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Article |
Group test - "Come on then!" |
20 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics June 2009 | |||
| Group test - "Come on then!"- It's the Ford Capri's 40th birthday this year, and to decide which version is best, PC puts MkI, II and III through challenges that match the spirit of the car. | ||||
| Article |
Buying Guide - 1969-1987 Ford Capri |
98 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars April 2005 | |||
| Buying Guide - 1969-1987 Ford Capri - The car you’ve always promised yourself still offers performance and style at a bargain price, but spares are vanishing, so check carefully to buy the best. | ||||
| Article |
Buyer Ownership Guide - Ford Capri |
130 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics August 2004 | |||
| Buyer Ownership Guide - Ford Capri - Billed as ’the car you always promised yourself’ Ford Capris were the must-have motor of their time. | ||||
| Article |
Our Cars |
38 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars September 2003 | |||
| Our Cars - 1977 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.0-Litre-Phil Bell. 1985 Fiat 124 Spider-Ben Field. 1972 Fiat 130 Saloon-Martin Buckley. 1969 Triumph Vitesse, 1967 Jaguar 420-Malcolm McKay. | ||||
| Article |
Buyers Guide - MKII And III Capris |
142 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics September 1997 | |||
| Buyers Guide - MKII And III Capris - Stylish and practical runabout or hairy performance car. The Ford Capri MK II and III can be either or both. Phil Bell finds out how to buy one that lives up to the promise. | ||||
| Article |
Buyer's checklist - MKII/III Capri (1974-86) |
86 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart April 2011 | |||
| Buyer's checklist - MKII/III Capri (197 - The wrong Capri can be costly to sort. Here's how to find the right one. | ||||
| Article |
Buying Power - Ford Capri MK2 &MK3 (1974-1986) |
32 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 17 March 2010 | |||
| Buying Power - Ford Capri MK2 &MK3 (1974-1986) - One of the most stylish and sought after coupes around makes an ideal classic buy, whatever your age, says RICHARD DREDGE. | ||||
| Article |
Secret History - Ford Capri |
66 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart September 2009 | |||
| Secret History - Ford Capri - The car that transformed Ford's European line-up at the end of the Sixties went on to enjoy a long and successful career. Paul Guinness takes a look at how it all began. | ||||
| Article |
Buying Power - Ford Capri MKI and 2 |
28 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 12 April 2007 | |||
| Buying Power - Ford Capri MKI and 2 - The Capri was the Ford's European realisation of the Mustang concept, and, in its own smaller way, just as successful as its US cousin. RICHARD GUNN cuts to the chase on buying the first two generations of Ford's classic sporty coupe, with advice from Classic Ford specialist Roger Chinery of Affordable Classics. | ||||
| Article |
Thinking of Buying ... ...A Ford Capri |
66 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart December 2004 | |||
| Thinking of Buying... ...A Ford Capri - Is this really ’The Car You’ve Always Promised Yourself’ as Ford suggested? Ted Purcell, a man above temptation, takes a look at the perils of that Capri trip. | ||||
| Article |
Starter Classic - Ford Capri |
182 |
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| Publication | Classic & Sports Car October 2004 | |||
| Starter Classic - Ford Capri - The ’car you always promised yourself' is now an affordable first classic, explains Malcolm McKay. | ||||
| Article |
Classic Car Mart May 2003 pg 8 |
8 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart May 2003 | |||
| Ford Capri Mk1. It started a whole new motoring trend, with exoctic styling and simple engineering. Paul Guinness drives a smart car. | ||||
| Article |
Classic Ford March 2003 pg 8 |
8 |
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| Publication | Classic Ford March 2003 | |||
| MKI Capri 3-Litre GT. Yellow Fever. A chance encounter at the lights and Lee Carter was struck down with a serious motoring affliction. The cure? Bagging the smartest Capri in Essex. | ||||
| Article |
Classic Car Weekly 19 September 2001 pg 8 |
8 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 19 September 2001 | |||
| Buying Power. Ford Capri Mk I. Sleek, fun and affordable, many a boy racer jumped on the Capri bandwagon, now the car has achieved classic status it is attracting a different kind of following, says Ben Field. | ||||
| Article |
Classics September 2001 pg 16 |
16 |
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| Publication | Classics September 2001 | |||
| A couple set out to prove the MOT tester wrong by restoring this Capri Mk1. David Bowers tells a tale of bodybuilding | ||||
| Article |
Classic Car Weekly 14 March 2001 pg 14 |
14 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 14 March 2001 | |||
| Buying Power. Super coupe. The Capri was a stylish coupe when new and is a practical classic today, but it pays to buy wisely. Richard Gunn points out what to check on a MkIII. | ||||
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