Description
This lot will be auctioned via Iconic Auctioneers, The Classic Sale at the Practical Classics Classic Car and Restoration Show 2026 on Saturday the 21st of March - Sunday the 22nd of March, NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT.
The Ford Capri 2. 8 Injection Special, known more colloquially as the ‘Brooklands’ was the final evolution of Ford’s enduring coupé
Named unofficially after its distinctive Brooklands Green paintwork, the model marked the end of Capri production and brought together several desirable features including a 5-speed gearbox, limited slip differential, seven spoke RS wheels, half leather Recaro interior and colour coded bodywork all fitted as standard
With final production ending in 1987, just 500 examples of the Capri 280 were planned to be built, however, in the end 1, 038 found homes
Supplied new by Quicks of Chester in August 1987 this example is displaying just 37, 125 miles which judging by the condition is believed to be correct
The history file contains plenty of early invoices and MOTs going back to 2013 showing it has had minimal use over the last decade
Invoices show a continuous maintenance record from 2000 which includes new parts including front springs, radiator, expansion tank, water pump, viscous ***, wheel bearings and rocker cover gaskets
A new clutch and brake overall was carried in June 2022. In May 2023, Retroclassic Engineering gave the Capri a full service and fitted a complete sports exhaust, four new tyres, full geometry alignment and power steering rack overhaul. The MOT is valid until November 2026
Sounding glorious and driving beautifully on our photo shoot, this stunning Brooklands is ready for a summer of driving by its next lucky owner
