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- Rare Ford Mercury Capri XR2 1.6 Turbo
- Only 73,900 miles driven from new
- Equipped with original hard top with stand and cover
- Recent maintenance has included changing belts, oil and filters Registered in Italy and has a valid overhaul
The Attractions
What would happen if Ford decided to compete with the Mazda MX-5? Ford itself seems to have asked itself this question when it developed the Mercury Capri.
Produced by Ford Australia and sold in the United States from 1991 to 1994, the Mercury Capri XR2 1.6 Turbo was a very unusual car for Ford, with very unique features.
With its 134-hp supercharged engine, it offered very brilliant performance for the time. The XR2 version was distinguished by its independent rear suspension and stronger anti-roll bars, which made it particularly desirable to sports driving enthusiasts.
The enormous success of the Japanese rival meant that very few Mercury Capri's were sold, so finding an example in original condition like this is very difficult. With only 73,900 miles on the odometer, this is a very well preserved car and the seller reports that it has been carefully maintained since new.
Recent servicing has included belt replacements and oil and filter changes to ensure its efficiency. The car has both its original hard top and white soft top in excellent condition. The interior is clean and well maintained and both the original Ford car radio and anti-theft system, alloy wheels, LED lighting and two sets of original keys have been carefully preserved.
History and Documentation
- First registered in 1992
- Italian documents
- Odometer shows 73,900 miles
- Valid overhaul
- The seller can take care of the shipping of the car by using a trusted transporter if required
- Double keys
Condition
- Extremely original and very well preserved in every respect
- Equipped with folding soft-top and removable hard-top
- Original bodywork with a few minor marks, including a small dent on the left rear wing
- Small tear on the lower part of the canvas roof on the right rear side
- Interior upholstery is clean and in good order overall, with one visible tear on the left side of the driver's seat
- Original Ford radio and anti-theft system
- Alloy wheels and LED lights
Mechanics
- 1.6-litre twin-shaft turbocharged four-cylinder engine with 134 hp
- Five-speed manual gearbox
- Independent rear suspension and reinforced anti-roll bars
- Recent maintenance work included replacement of belts, oil and filters
- Including new front discs and front and rear pads
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