Description
This 1970 Ford Capri GT is an extensively upgraded example of the fastback coupe which has been overhauled to replicate the exceedingly rare Capri RS3100. Powered by a 3. 1-litre ‘Essex’ V6 engine driving the rear wheels through a five-speed manual transmission.
First registered on 7 August 1970, this Capri was overhauled between 1982 and 1988 by prior owner and well-known car customiser Andy Saunders. As part of this work, the standard body panels, running gear and engine were replaced with those of RS3100 specification, of which only 250 genuine examples were ever built at Ford’s Halewood plant. The engine was replaced with a 3. 1-litre Essex V6 and tuned to produce 200bhp, while the standard transmission was upgraded from a four-speed to a five-speed unit. The car also received a full respray during this work to the red and black colour scheme it sports today.
Having covered relatively low mileage since the aforementioned work was completed in the late 1980s, the bodywork on this Capri remains in generally very good condition. There are a few marks to the front end, along with some paint bubbling to the lower edges of both doors – and the door also appear to be in need of slight re-alignment. All four wheels remain in great shape.
Inside, the cabin of this Capri remains largely in its original guise, though the front seats have been upgraded to match the increased performance of the vehicle. These seats present in excellent condition with no sign of any heavy use, while the standard stereo has also been upgraded to a more modern offering, and a later steering wheel is fitted. The door cards are beginning to show their age, with the passenger side in particular showing some wear-and-tear around the main door handle.
Offering the rare opportunity to own a vehicle customised by the renowned Andy Saunders, this Ford Capri RS3100 Evocation blends aggressive styling and enhanced performance, for a fraction of the price of the genuine article. With some cosmetic ‘TLC’ and a fresh service, this Capri will be ready to enjoy through the summer, and would make an excellent addition to any Ford enthusiast’s garage
