Description
1969 Ford Capri 1300XL
This one owner until 2024 Ford Capri was previously sold at auction as a non-runner in October 2024 after a period of around 15 years off the road. This car appears in a “Bangers & Cash” episode from 2025 (Series 12 Episode 3) where the original owner from Nottinghamshire can be seen parting with the car. I have various items related to the cars history including invoices from 1970 , the original service book etc.
During summer 2026 the car has been put back on the road at a cost of 4K . It has received a new fuel tank and sender, new tyres, distributor, HT leads, voltage regulator clutch and other smaller items as well as brakes, hoses, seals, etc.
The car now runs and drives well and is fully usable as is. The body is surprisingly sound aside from light corrosion to the outer wing tops and near the headlights, which is common on these cars. The front valance is also a little scabby on one side (see photos)
The car wears its original Ford Aquatic Jade 1969 paint but has evidence of minor touch ups done by the original lady owners husband. The strut tops are fine, as are the wheel arches, doors and posts etc.
The interior has a number of unique features to very early 1969 cars and has a good headlining, door cards, dash and carpets. The seats are also good except for the driver seat which has 2 splits which could be easily resolved by a trimmer.
This car was built in February 1969 and registered 1st March, so is one of the earliest surviving Ford Capri’s left and is a part of Ford History.
In summary this is a remarkably rare survivor which wears its patina and years well. I have kept as is to preserve this including the factory sticker inside the bootlid , but it could be painted and blemishes dealt with quite easily if shiny is what you want.
Its up for sale as I have too many cars and would like it to go to a good home. Its priced based on its visible condition and can be taken to the next level at relatively minor expense
The car was originally purchased due to its rarity as a very early 1 owner unmodified Ford Capri
