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{{note|''' The Ford Capri hit our roads in 1961, and production continued until 1986. Now becoming a classic, these are becoming cherished cars.'''<br> | {{note|''' The Ford Capri hit our roads in 1961, and production continued until 1986. Now becoming a classic, these are becoming cherished cars.'''<br> | ||
'''For more information, visit the [http://www.talkford.com/forum/282-capri-mk1-to-mk3-1969-1986/ Ford Capri] forum on [http://www.talkford.com TalkFord.com], the definitive resource site covering all Fords from the 1970's.''' }} | '''For more information, visit the [http://www.talkford.com/forum/282-capri-mk1-to-mk3-1969-1986/ Ford Capri] forum on [http://www.talkford.com TalkFord.com], the definitive resource site covering all Fords from the 1970's.''' }} | ||
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| + | |title = Ford Capri Mk1 | ||
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| + | |image = [[File:Capri Mk1.jpg|250px]] | ||
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| + | |caption = 1974 Ford Capri 3.0 GXL | ||
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| + | |header1 = Vehicle Information | ||
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| + | |header2 = | ||
| + | |label2 = Production | ||
| + | |data2 = 1969-1974 | ||
| + | |header3 = | ||
| + | |label3 = Assembly | ||
| + | |data3 = UK, Belgium, Germany, Australia | ||
| + | |header4 = | ||
| + | |label4 = Class | ||
| + | |data4 = Mid-size Sport Car | ||
| + | |header5 = | ||
| + | |label5 = Bodystyle | ||
| + | |data5 = Fastback Coupé | ||
| + | |label6 = Layout | ||
| + | |data6 = FR | ||
| + | |label7 = Engines | ||
| + | |data7 = Petrol:<br>Ford Taurus V4 engine 1.3L, 1.5L, 1.7L, 2.0L (UK)<br>inline-4 1.3L, 1.6L, 2.0L,<br>Ford Cologne V6 engine 2.0L, 2.6L, 3.0L, 3.1L, 3.4L | ||
| + | |label8 = Transmission | ||
| + | |data8 = 4-speed Manual transmission all-synchromesh | ||
| + | |label9 = Length | ||
| + | |data9 = 168.5 in (4280 mm) | ||
| + | |label10 = Width | ||
| + | |data10 = 64.8 in (1646 mm) | ||
| + | |label11 = Height | ||
| + | |data11 = 50.7 in (1288 mm) | ||
| + | |label12 = Weight | ||
| + | |data12 = 2,053 lb (931 kg) | ||
| + | |label13 = Wheelbase | ||
| + | |data13 = 100.8 in (2560 mm) | ||
| + | }} | ||
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| − | The first '''Ford Capri''' to bear that precise name was introduced in January 1969 at the Brussels Motor Show, with sales starting the following month. The intention was to reproduce in Europe the success Ford had had with the North American Ford Mustang; to produce a European pony car. It was mechanically based on the [ | + | The first '''Ford Capri''' to bear that precise name was introduced in January 1969 at the Brussels Motor Show, with sales starting the following month. The intention was to reproduce in Europe the success Ford had had with the North American Ford Mustang; to produce a European pony car. It was mechanically based on the [https://fordwiki.co.uk/index.php/Portal:Cortina Ford Cortina] and built in Europe at the Dagenham and Halewood plants in the United Kingdom, the Genk plant in Belgium, and the Saarlouis and Cologne plants in Germany. The car was named ''Colt'' during development stage, but Ford were unable to use the name, as it was trademarked by Mitsubishi Motors. |
| − | Although a fastback coupé, Ford wanted the Capri Mk I to be affordable for a broad spectrum of potential buyers. To help achieve that, it was available with a variety of engines. The British and German factories produced different line-ups. The continental model used the Ford Taurus V4 engine in 1.3, 1.5 and 1. | + | Although a fastback coupé, Ford wanted the Capri Mk I to be affordable for a broad spectrum of potential buyers. To help achieve that, it was available with a variety of engines. The British and German factories produced different line-ups. The continental model used the Ford Taurus V4 engine in 1.3, 1.5 and 1.7L engine displacement, while the British versions were powered by the Ford Kent straight-4 in 1.3 and 1.6L form. The Ford Essex V4 engine 2.0L (British built) & Ford Cologne V6 engine 2.0L (German built) served as initial range-toppers. At the end of the year, new sports versions were added: the 2300 GT in Germany, using a double-barrel carburettor with 125PS, and in September 1969 the 3000 GT in the UK, with the Ford Essex V6 engine, capable of 138PS. |
Under the new body, the running gear would have been familiar to anyone used to working on the underside of a Ford Cortina. Rear suspension employed a live axle supported on leaf springs with short radius rods. MacPherson struts featured at the front in combination with rack and pinion steering which employed a steering column that would collapse in response to a collision. | Under the new body, the running gear would have been familiar to anyone used to working on the underside of a Ford Cortina. Rear suspension employed a live axle supported on leaf springs with short radius rods. MacPherson struts featured at the front in combination with rack and pinion steering which employed a steering column that would collapse in response to a collision. | ||
| − | The initial reception of the car was broadly favourable. In the June 1970 edition of the Monthly Driver's Gazette, tester Archie Vicar wrote of the gear-change that it was "...in Ford fashion easy to operate but not very jolly". In the same review Vicar summed up the car as follows: "Perhaps with a bit of work it can be given road-holding and performance less like an American car and more like a European one". | + | The initial reception of the car was broadly favourable. In the June 1970 edition of the Monthly Driver's Gazette, tester Archie Vicar wrote of the gear-change that it was "...in Ford fashion easy to operate but not very jolly". In the same review Vicar summed up the car as follows: "Perhaps with a bit of work it can be given road-holding and performance less like an American car and more like a European one". |
| − | The range continued be broadened, with another 3.0 variant, the Capri 3000E introduced from the British plant in March 1970, offering "more luxurious interior trim". | + | The range continued be broadened, with another 3.0 variant, the Capri 3000E introduced from the British plant in March 1970, offering "more luxurious interior trim". |
| − | In April 1970, Ford began selling the Capri outside Europe, in the North American, South African and Australian markets. These versions were all powered by the underpowered Kent 1.6 engine although a Ford Pinto engine straight-4 2.0 | + | In April 1970, Ford began selling the Capri outside Europe, in the North American, South African and Australian markets. These versions were all powered by the underpowered Kent 1.6 engine although a Ford Pinto engine straight-4 2.0;L replaced it in 1971. All North American versions featured the "power dome" hood and four round 5 3/4" US-spec headlights. They carried no "Ford" badging, as the Capri was sold by only Mercury dealers and promoted to US drivers as "the sexy European". |
| − | A new | + | A new 2637cc version of the Cologne V6 engine assembled by Weslake and featuring their special all alloy cylinder heads appeared in September 1971, powering the Capri RS2600. This model used Kugelfischer fuel injection to raise power to 150PS and was the basis for the Group 2 RS2600 used in the European Touring Car Championship. The RS2600 also received modified suspension, a close ratio gearbox, lightened bodywork panels, ventilated disc brakes and aluminium wheels. The 2.6L engine was detuned in September for the deluxe version 2600 GT, with 2550cc and a double-barrel Solex carburettor. Germany's Dieter Glemser won the Drivers' title in the 1971 European Touring Car Championship at the wheel of a Ford Köln entered RS2600 and fellow German Jochen Mass did likewise in 1972. |
| − | The very first Ford Special, was the Capri Vista Orange Special. | + | The very first Ford Special, was the Capri Vista Orange Special. The Capri Special was launched in November 1971 and was based on the 1600 GT, and 2000 GT models. It was only available in Vista orange and was dealer fitted with a boot mounted spoiler and rear window slats - a direct link to the Mustang. The Special also had some additional optional extras such as a push-button radio, fabric seat upholstery, inertia reel seat belts, heated rear screen and black vinyl roof. There were only 1200 Vista Orange Capri specials made. |
| − | The Capri Special was launched in November 1971 and was based on the 1600 GT, and 2000 GT models. It was only available in Vista orange and was dealer fitted with a boot mounted spoiler and rear window slats - a direct link to the Mustang. The Special also had some additional optional extras such as a push-button radio, fabric seat upholstery, inertia reel seat belts, heated rear screen and black vinyl roof. There were only 1200 Vista Orange Capri specials made. | + | |
One of the last limited editions of the original Mk I, was a version that came in either Metallic Green or black with Red interior and featured some additional extras, such as cloth inserts in the seats, hazard lights, map reading light, opening rear windows, vinyl roof and for the first time a bonnet bulge was fitted to the sub-3.0 litre models. This special edition was only available with a 1.6 or 2.0 engines and had the full title of GTXLR Special. | One of the last limited editions of the original Mk I, was a version that came in either Metallic Green or black with Red interior and featured some additional extras, such as cloth inserts in the seats, hazard lights, map reading light, opening rear windows, vinyl roof and for the first time a bonnet bulge was fitted to the sub-3.0 litre models. This special edition was only available with a 1.6 or 2.0 engines and had the full title of GTXLR Special. | ||
====Mk I facelift==== | ====Mk I facelift==== | ||
| − | The Capri proved highly successful, with 400,000 cars sold until 1970. Ford revised it in 1972 to become what is known by enthusiasts as the Capri "Bis" (i.e. Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21 or "plus") or, in the UK, the "Mk I facelift" Capri. The car received a new and more comfortable suspension, rectangular headlights, enlarged tail-lights and new seats. The Kent engines were replaced by the Ford Pinto engine and the previously UK-only 3000 GT joined the German lineup. In the UK the 2. | + | The Capri proved highly successful, with 400,000 cars sold until 1970. Ford revised it in 1972 to become what is known by enthusiasts as the Capri "Bis" (i.e. Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21 or "plus") or, in the UK, the "Mk I facelift" Capri. The car received a new and more comfortable suspension, rectangular headlights, enlarged tail-lights and new seats. The Kent engines were replaced by the Ford Pinto engine and the previously UK-only 3000 GT joined the German lineup. In the UK the 2.0L V4 remained in use. |
In addition, North American versions received larger rubber-covered bumpers (to comply with U.S. DOT regulations) for 1973. | In addition, North American versions received larger rubber-covered bumpers (to comply with U.S. DOT regulations) for 1973. | ||
| − | 1973, saw the highest sales total the Capri ever attained, at 233,000 vehicles: the 1,000,000th Capri, an RS 2600, was completed on 29 August | + | 1973, saw the highest sales total the Capri ever attained, at 233,000 vehicles: the 1,000,000th Capri, an RS 2600, was completed on 29 August. |
| − | In December, Ford replaced the Cologne V6 based RS2600 with the Essex V6 based RS3100, with the usual 3. | + | In December, Ford replaced the Cologne V6 based RS2600 with the Essex V6 based RS3100, with the usual 3.0L Essex V6's displacement increased to 3098cc. Unlike its predecessor, it used a double-barrel Magneti-Marelli carburettor, and reached the same 150PS. Only 250 RS3100s were built for homologation purposes. However, the car was still competitive in touring car racing, and Ford Motorsport produced a 100-model limited edition with this new engine. The Group 4 RS3100’s engine was tuned by Cosworth into the GAA, with 3412cc, fuel injection, DOHC, four valves per cylinder and 435BHP in racing trim. The car also featured improved aerodynamics. Besides the racing RS3100, the GAA was also used in Formula 5000. |
''Source: [https://secure.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/wiki/Ford_Capri Wikipedia]'' | ''Source: [https://secure.wikimedia.org/wikipedia/en/wiki/Ford_Capri Wikipedia]'' | ||
Latest revision as of 00:07, 21 January 2011
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 1974 Ford Capri 3.0 GXL | |
| Vehicle Information | |
|---|---|
| Production | 1969-1974 |
| Assembly | UK, Belgium, Germany, Australia |
| Class | Mid-size Sport Car |
| Bodystyle | Fastback Coupé |
| Layout | FR |
| Engines |
Petrol: Ford Taurus V4 engine 1.3L, 1.5L, 1.7L, 2.0L (UK) inline-4 1.3L, 1.6L, 2.0L, Ford Cologne V6 engine 2.0L, 2.6L, 3.0L, 3.1L, 3.4L |
| Transmission | 4-speed Manual transmission all-synchromesh |
| Length | 168.5 in (4280 mm) |
| Width | 64.8 in (1646 mm) |
| Height | 50.7 in (1288 mm) |
| Weight | 2,053 lb (931 kg) |
| Wheelbase | 100.8 in (2560 mm) |
The first Ford Capri to bear that precise name was introduced in January 1969 at the Brussels Motor Show, with sales starting the following month. The intention was to reproduce in Europe the success Ford had had with the North American Ford Mustang; to produce a European pony car. It was mechanically based on the Ford Cortina and built in Europe at the Dagenham and Halewood plants in the United Kingdom, the Genk plant in Belgium, and the Saarlouis and Cologne plants in Germany. The car was named Colt during development stage, but Ford were unable to use the name, as it was trademarked by Mitsubishi Motors.
Although a fastback coupé, Ford wanted the Capri Mk I to be affordable for a broad spectrum of potential buyers. To help achieve that, it was available with a variety of engines. The British and German factories produced different line-ups. The continental model used the Ford Taurus V4 engine in 1.3, 1.5 and 1.7L engine displacement, while the British versions were powered by the Ford Kent straight-4 in 1.3 and 1.6L form. The Ford Essex V4 engine 2.0L (British built) & Ford Cologne V6 engine 2.0L (German built) served as initial range-toppers. At the end of the year, new sports versions were added: the 2300 GT in Germany, using a double-barrel carburettor with 125PS, and in September 1969 the 3000 GT in the UK, with the Ford Essex V6 engine, capable of 138PS.
Under the new body, the running gear would have been familiar to anyone used to working on the underside of a Ford Cortina. Rear suspension employed a live axle supported on leaf springs with short radius rods. MacPherson struts featured at the front in combination with rack and pinion steering which employed a steering column that would collapse in response to a collision.
The initial reception of the car was broadly favourable. In the June 1970 edition of the Monthly Driver's Gazette, tester Archie Vicar wrote of the gear-change that it was "...in Ford fashion easy to operate but not very jolly". In the same review Vicar summed up the car as follows: "Perhaps with a bit of work it can be given road-holding and performance less like an American car and more like a European one".
The range continued be broadened, with another 3.0 variant, the Capri 3000E introduced from the British plant in March 1970, offering "more luxurious interior trim".
In April 1970, Ford began selling the Capri outside Europe, in the North American, South African and Australian markets. These versions were all powered by the underpowered Kent 1.6 engine although a Ford Pinto engine straight-4 2.0;L replaced it in 1971. All North American versions featured the "power dome" hood and four round 5 3/4" US-spec headlights. They carried no "Ford" badging, as the Capri was sold by only Mercury dealers and promoted to US drivers as "the sexy European".
A new 2637cc version of the Cologne V6 engine assembled by Weslake and featuring their special all alloy cylinder heads appeared in September 1971, powering the Capri RS2600. This model used Kugelfischer fuel injection to raise power to 150PS and was the basis for the Group 2 RS2600 used in the European Touring Car Championship. The RS2600 also received modified suspension, a close ratio gearbox, lightened bodywork panels, ventilated disc brakes and aluminium wheels. The 2.6L engine was detuned in September for the deluxe version 2600 GT, with 2550cc and a double-barrel Solex carburettor. Germany's Dieter Glemser won the Drivers' title in the 1971 European Touring Car Championship at the wheel of a Ford Köln entered RS2600 and fellow German Jochen Mass did likewise in 1972.
The very first Ford Special, was the Capri Vista Orange Special. The Capri Special was launched in November 1971 and was based on the 1600 GT, and 2000 GT models. It was only available in Vista orange and was dealer fitted with a boot mounted spoiler and rear window slats - a direct link to the Mustang. The Special also had some additional optional extras such as a push-button radio, fabric seat upholstery, inertia reel seat belts, heated rear screen and black vinyl roof. There were only 1200 Vista Orange Capri specials made. One of the last limited editions of the original Mk I, was a version that came in either Metallic Green or black with Red interior and featured some additional extras, such as cloth inserts in the seats, hazard lights, map reading light, opening rear windows, vinyl roof and for the first time a bonnet bulge was fitted to the sub-3.0 litre models. This special edition was only available with a 1.6 or 2.0 engines and had the full title of GTXLR Special.
Mk I facelift
The Capri proved highly successful, with 400,000 cars sold until 1970. Ford revised it in 1972 to become what is known by enthusiasts as the Capri "Bis" (i.e. Mikoyan-Gurevich MiG-21 or "plus") or, in the UK, the "Mk I facelift" Capri. The car received a new and more comfortable suspension, rectangular headlights, enlarged tail-lights and new seats. The Kent engines were replaced by the Ford Pinto engine and the previously UK-only 3000 GT joined the German lineup. In the UK the 2.0L V4 remained in use.
In addition, North American versions received larger rubber-covered bumpers (to comply with U.S. DOT regulations) for 1973.
1973, saw the highest sales total the Capri ever attained, at 233,000 vehicles: the 1,000,000th Capri, an RS 2600, was completed on 29 August.
In December, Ford replaced the Cologne V6 based RS2600 with the Essex V6 based RS3100, with the usual 3.0L Essex V6's displacement increased to 3098cc. Unlike its predecessor, it used a double-barrel Magneti-Marelli carburettor, and reached the same 150PS. Only 250 RS3100s were built for homologation purposes. However, the car was still competitive in touring car racing, and Ford Motorsport produced a 100-model limited edition with this new engine. The Group 4 RS3100’s engine was tuned by Cosworth into the GAA, with 3412cc, fuel injection, DOHC, four valves per cylinder and 435BHP in racing trim. The car also featured improved aerodynamics. Besides the racing RS3100, the GAA was also used in Formula 5000.
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