Highlights

Reportedly in the same family for approximately 30 years before the current vendor's purchase in December 2025
Clean first-time MOT pass in May 2025
Accompanied by invoices and handwritten service history, some dating back to the early 1990s

The Appeal

The 2.8i was the final and most coveted iteration of Ford's iconic Capri, Europe's answer to the Mustang. Combining the characterful 2.8-litre Cologne V6 with Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection, Recaro front seats, and a five-speed gearbox, it represented the pinnacle of Capri development and remains highly sought after by enthusiasts today.

This 1984 example is reported to have been in the same family for approximately 30 years before being acquired by the current vendor in December 2025. The vendor describes it as a very clean and honest car that drives strongly, reportedly accelerating to factory figures. Recent years have seen meaningful mechanical investment, including a gearbox reconditioning, a steering rack rebuild, and a new clutch kit. Presented in its blue livery with red and white 'injection' side decals and grey leather interior, and having achieved a clean first-time MOT pass in May 2025, this Capri should appeal to any enthusiast seeking a well-documented example of Ford's beloved fastback coupé.

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Key Information

Mileage: 52,419 miles indicated
Country of registration: United Kingdom
Technical inspection status: expired on 7 June 2026, eligible for MOT exemption
Technical specs: fuel-injected 2.8-litre V6, delivering around 157bhp to a five-speed manual transmission
Paperwork: recent invoices included
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The Detail

The vendor describes the bodywork and interior as very clean
Small tears noted at the back of the rear seat
Small tear in the sunroof headlining
Wear noted on the trim by the sunroof handle
Wings and bumpers have been replaced and front seats have been reupholstered, according to a previous listing
All dials reported to be in working order
Interior trimmed in grey leather and black patterned cloth
Fitted with 13-inch seven-spoke alloy wheels with mixed tyres
Equipment includes a sunroof, Recaro front seats, quartz clock, and stereo with equaliser
New battery and terminals fitted in 2023
Steering rack rebuilt by Kiley-Clinton Engineering in 2022
Engine oil and filter changed, oil cooler seals replaced, and new clutch kit installed in 2021
Gearbox reconditioned with new bearings, synchros, and seals by Universal Transmission Services in 2021
Middle and rear exhaust sections replaced in 2017
New radiator core supplied and fitted by Hereford Radiators
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