Tidy, Honest Ford Capri Wanted

[Andrew 2.8i]

I presume it would be more expensive if mileage/not history was complete?

Hi,
Well, yes. However, I feel that with classic cars, the condition of the car as it stands is more important than proof of servicing from back in the day.

Obviously, it all depends on what you are willing to pay. The perfect situation is to buy a mint condition genuine example with the service history and invoices to back up the car's condition. However, due to budgetary restrictions, this is not always possible and compromises may have to be made.

This car looks OK, although it's difficult to accurately assess the condition from the photos. Perhaps it's a little overpriced, as it does appear to need a bit of work to make it presentable.

Good luck with your continuing search.

Andrew.

[Andrew 2.8i]

Hi,
Are you based anywhere near Norfolk?
This one looks like a very good car. One to buy and keep long term, maybe?
http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C694376

Andrew.

[RadioInMyCapri]

Hi,
Are you based anywhere near Norfolk?
This one looks like a very good car. One to buy and keep long term, maybe?
http://www.carandclassic.co.uk/car/C694376

Andrew.

Hi thank you for your advice in the previous post.
I live just outside Manchester, but I have been trying to work out whether I can get to that auction.

[RadioInMyCapri]

Hi All

Exciting news!

I've just put a deposit down on a 1982 2.8 injection.

It needs restoration, and Steve will be helping to get her to a level she deserves.

This is a great community and I'd like to thank all of you who have and who continue to help me on my way to Capri ownership.

I'll keep you posted!

Cheers

[Bertie]

Hi All

Exciting news!

I've just put a deposit down on a 1982 2.8 injection.

It needs restoration, and Steve will be helping to get her to a level she deserves.

This is a great community and I'd like to thank all of you who have and who continue to help me on my way to Capri ownership.

I'll keep you posted!

Cheers

Congratulations and well done...

Remember to post some pics when you can...

Cheers, Des

[andyd]

Hi All

Exciting news!

I've just put a deposit down on a 1982 2.8 injection.

It needs restoration, and Steve will be helping to get her to a level she deserves.

This is a great community and I'd like to thank all of you who have and who continue to help me on my way to Capri ownership.

I'll keep you posted!

Cheers

Well done
You've picked the right man to restore it too

Andy

[Andrew 2.8i]

Hi,
Fantastic news!
Please post some photos when you have the chance.

Andrew.

[Caprifan Rob]

Nice one, good choice sir, you won't be disappointed. Glad you found one, looking forward to its progress.
Cheers,
Rob

[pauld]

Hi All

Exciting news!

I've just put a deposit down on a 1982 2.8 injection.

It needs restoration, and Steve will be helping to get her to a level she deserves.

This is a great community and I'd like to thank all of you who have and who continue to help me on my way to Capri ownership.

I'll keep you posted!

Cheers

Looking forward to seeing some pics!

[RadioInMyCapri]

Hi All

Exciting news!

I've just put a deposit down on a 1982 2.8 injection.

It needs restoration, and Steve will be helping to get her to a level she deserves.

This is a great community and I'd like to thank all of you who have and who continue to help me on my way to Capri ownership.

I'll keep you posted!

Cheers

Looking forward to seeing some pics!

I only have the one pic so far, but will get round to opening a Flickr account one eve this week and post the link.

She'll be with Steve tomorrow, hopefully!

[RadioInMyCapri]

Evening All

Please see some pics

https://www.flickr.com/photos/137647177 ... res/1U2HbV

[Bertie]

Evening All

Please see some pics

Nice one, so what's the plan for Steve....?

Des

[RadioInMyCapri]

Evening All

Please see some pics

Nice one, so what's the plan for Steve....?

Des

Thanks. To start with, Steve's going to go over her in detail and see what needs attention, and depending on how much the various bits will cost, i'll see what I can afford to get done. I'd like a good quality re-paint too, if possible. Not sure what colour yet....

[andyd]

with what you decide to do

[Andrew 2.8i]

Hi,
Very nice indeed. I do think that red is one of those colours that really suits the Capri. The interior looks in very good condition as well.
Personally, I think it needs the pepperpots put back on, but you may have a different view.

From what you have said in previous posts, I think you've made the right decision waiting to get a 2.8 instead of, perhaps, buying another variant that you may not have been happy with.

I look forward to seeing further updates as work progresses.

Andrew.

[RadioInMyCapri]

Hi,
Very nice indeed. I do think that red is one of those colours that really suits the Capri. The interior looks in very good condition as well.
Personally, I think it needs the pepperpots put back on, but you may have a different view.

From what you have said in previous posts, I think you've made the right decision waiting to get a 2.8 instead of, perhaps, buying another variant that you may not have been happy with.

I look forward to seeing further updates as work progresses.

Andrew.

Yes, I'm really pleased to have waited for the 2.8 rather than a smaller engine-thank you for your advice in helping me get there!

Thanks also to everyone for your kind comments about the car!

[pauld]

Hi,
Very nice indeed. I do think that red is one of those colours that really suits the Capri. The interior looks in very good condition as well.
Personally, I think it needs the pepperpots put back on, but you may have a different view.

From what you have said in previous posts, I think you've made the right decision waiting to get a 2.8 instead of, perhaps, buying another variant that you may not have been happy with.

I look forward to seeing further updates as work progresses.

Andrew.

Yes, I'm really pleased to have waited for the 2.8 rather than a smaller engine-thank you for your advice in helping me get there!

Thanks also to everyone for your kind comments about the car!

Crack on with the restoration! I think we may have spoken at Tatton Park before?! You may have seen either my mk1 3.0E pictured or black mk2 3.0S

[RadioInMyCapri]

Hi,
Very nice indeed. I do think that red is one of those colours that really suits the Capri. The interior looks in very good condition as well.
Personally, I think it needs the pepperpots put back on, but you may have a different view.

From what you have said in previous posts, I think you've made the right decision waiting to get a 2.8 instead of, perhaps, buying another variant that you may not have been happy with.

I look forward to seeing further updates as work progresses.

Andrew.

Yes, I'm really pleased to have waited for the 2.8 rather than a smaller engine-thank you for your advice in helping me get there!

Thanks also to everyone for your kind comments about the car!

Crack on with the restoration! I think we may have spoken at Tatton Park before?! You may have seen either my mk1 3.0E pictured or black mk2 3.0S

Thanks! I haven't been to any meet ups (yet) but I'm not far from Tatton so look forward to meeting you and your lovely sounding cars at some point.

[andyd]

Was it this one? http://www.angliacarauctions.co.uk/en/c ... rooklands/
Have seen it in the flesh as has Andrew, top car, top repaint too...
The owner told me he paid half that in July 2014....Good Investment

Andy

Back again http://www.angliacarauctions.co.uk/en/c ... rooklands/
Cant believe he hasn't sold this privately, not seen it advertised I would have taken £16k for it, if it sells for more at auction he will have to pay a % and may end up with less.

Now £17k to £19k estimate http://www.angliacarauctions.co.uk/en/c ... rooklands/

[pauld]

Was it this one? http://www.angliacarauctions.co.uk/en/c ... rooklands/
Have seen it in the flesh as has Andrew, top car, top repaint too...
The owner told me he paid half that in July 2014....Good Investment

Andy

Back again http://www.angliacarauctions.co.uk/en/c ... rooklands/
Cant believe he hasn't sold this privately, not seen it advertised I would have taken £16k for it, if it sells for more at auction he will have to pay a % and may end up with less.

Now £17k to £19k estimate http://www.angliacarauctions.co.uk/en/c ... rooklands/

I would certainly have sold it privately - think 17-19k is about right but it only takes 2 people on the day who want it and up it goes! suspect if a dealer got it you wouldn't see much change out of £24k for the privilege - interestingly low mileage for 6 owners + current but that's a personal view