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A rare manual range topping Ford Capri Mk2 3.0 Ghia with just 48,721 miles.

EQUIPMENT
All steel welded integral construction, safety glass all round, opening rear quarter vents, rectangular sealed beam headlamps, extensive sound insulation, anti-burst locks, vinyl roof, sunshine roof with tilt, bright bumpers with rubber inserts, bumper overriders, bright finish driver’s door mirror, bright metal window side mouldings, Capri Ghia sill finishers, power steering, leather steering wheel, water temperature gauge, warning lights for alternator, oil pressure, main beam and direction indicators, quartz clock, heated rear window.  Factory options; Manual transmission, bright finish passenger side door mirror.  Dealer options; Mud flaps, Kenlowe fan, Clarion 967 ETA-3 stereo cassette, electric windows.

EXTERIOR
In 3.0L Ghia guise, this was the Mk2 Capri to have and the ultimate ‘car you always promised yourself’.  This superb example is finished in the original colour of Diamond White (Code BM), which boasts a bright uniform finish with only light markings visible.  All original panels are straight and display uniform shut lines, and the underside is free from excess applied underseal to allow easy inspection of the structural integrity.  The trim sections, brightwork and Ghia finishing’s are in superb order as is the correct pre blue oval ‘FORD’ badging to the grille and boot lid and 3.0 and Ghia wing badges.  This vinyl roof is in superb order and shows no lifting or damage whatsoever.  This show-worthy example will delight any enthusiast seeking a top of the range Mk2 Capri.

INTERIOR
The luxury interior of this 3.0 Ghia is very clean and in fantastic order.  The original Verona fabric seat coverings in Tan, (Code W2), have no tears or excess wear and matching vinyl door cards are in excellent condition.  The dashboard is in perfect order, as is all switchgear and the leather covered safety padded steering wheel.  All controls, functions and gauges are fully operational with exception of the radio.  The original cut pile carpeting and perforated headlining remain in very good condition.  The clean boot area has the original ribbed floor carpet, Ford jack and optional super rare load compartment cover.  A wonderfully nostalgic and comfortable Classic Ford interior, preserved exactly is intended.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The most powerful engine available at the time was the 3000cc V6 engine as fitted to this genuine 3.0L Ghia.  Power output is quoted at 138bhp at 5000rpm and impressive 235Nm torque to offer a top speed of 121mph and 0-60 in 8.2 seconds.  The engine bay displays factory plates and stickers and the air box, rocker cover, alternator blades and radiator top plate is chrome for bonnet up splendour!  A full stainless steel exhaust system has been fitted for an intoxicating sound track.  The optional and rare four-speed synchromesh gearbox is the desirable choice and enables full use of the V6 power!
 
WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
The factory fitted sports road wheels, standard on the Ghia, are in perfect order and have been diamond cut with grey inserts to stunning effect.  New Firestone F-590 185/70 R13 tyres have been fitted in July 2018 and the original Pirelli Cinturato CN36 remains on the spare.  The hydraulic dual-line servo assisted brakes with front discs and rear drums bring the car up straight and true.

HISTORY FILE
Built in December 1976 at the Cologne Plant in West Germany and registered new on 17th January 1977 by Ford Main Agents, Hooleys Garage Ltd of Derby, this Mk2 3.0 Ghia has covered a verified 48,721 miles from new.  The huge and extensive history file contains masses of Ford Main Dealer and specialist invoices dating back to the late 1970’s as well as MOT certificates with accompanying checklists from the very first in 1979.  The original service book, handbook and Ford accessories brochure is included.  Acquired by KGF Classic Cars from a previous keeper who also had a Mk1 Escort RS2000, Chevette HSR and Talbot Sunbeam Lotus and subsequently sold very quickly to Mr Verrell.  Mr Verrell honoured contacting us first when deciding to sell the car due to the desire of building a Porsche collection and we jumped at the chance to own this special car again!  This R registered example has a memorable number plate with ‘RRR’ prefix.

A very well preserved and unmolested example of this desirable Ford Capri 3.0L Ghia, one for continued preservation and enjoyment.

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A rare and club registered Ford Escort Mk2 Harrier 1/500 made in Strato Silver.

MODEL HISTORY
In November 1979, an Escort won Europe’s toughest event – the Lombard RAC Rally – for the eighth successive year. This victory clinched the 1979 World Rally Championship of Makes, for Ford. Escorts also captured the Team Prize, the Ladies prize and the Group 1 Category for standard production cars. To commemorate these unique achievements the Escort Harrier was launched in December 1979 with a limited production run of 1500 units until February 1980. Of the 1500, 1000 were made in Diamond White and 500 in Strato Silver. A link to the Harrier TV advert can be seen here. This car is noted on the Escort Mk2 Harrier Register.

EQUIPMENT
Front quarter bumpers, halogen headlamps, auxiliary driving lamps, rear spoiler, Triplex bronze tinted glass, anti-burst locks, unique 3 tone Blue body stripes, black finish window surround, black drip rail, two black door mirrors, black door handles, simulated leather covered sports steering wheel, Recaro front seats with head restraints, centre console incorporating quartz clock, hazard warning flashers, heated rear window, tachometer, padded sun visors, two-speed heater, aeroflow ventilation with eye ball vents.

EXTERIOR
Iconic and truly outstanding finished in metallic Strato Silver, (Code U), this is one of the rarest sporting Escorts. The flat front preferred by many and rubber rear RS spoiler combined with the unique three tone Blue body stripes help easily distinguish this as the desirable Harrier model. Carello Halogen headlamps with the Ford logo in the middle of the flat glass and Ford-branded twin auxiliary long-range driving lamps are correct along with the English Butlers-branded rear light units. A detailed restoration in 2008 is catalogued with photographs of the car proving the work carried out and the appearance is still remarkable in every way today some 10 years later. Visually factory standard other than the removal of the front overriders, (included) and a replacement front screen, this car is superb.

INTERIOR
The standard all-black interior is near perfect with body hugging Recaro sports seats and fishnets identical to those found in the RS2000 Custom. Door cards and headlining are factory correct, spotless and undamaged. Incredibly the vehicles still has the deep pile original carpeting which shows wear in the drivers foot well. A full set of working instrumentation and controls including the analogue quartz clock and heater fan on both speed settings. The standard Ford push button radio powers on but is not connected to any speakers The spotless boot area retains the factory minor modification of the RS-type bracket for the spare wheel strap, required to accommodate the larger alloy wheel and the battery is neatly mounted. An interior to evoke real sports flair of a racing thoroughbred.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Lift the bonnet to reveal the crowning jewel, a 2.0 16v Silver Top Zetec Ford engine being fed by twin 45 DCOE Weber carburetors. Beautifully installed at considerable cost to offer amazing and usable performance combined with modern reliability. The induction note and bark through the Retroford exhaust system is addictive. Components include an OMEX electronic ignition with coil pack conversion, Facet Red Top high flow fuel pump and pressure regulator, upgraded cooling system with electric fan and oil cooler. The transmission is a Type-9 5-speed gearbox and quick-shift gear lever with a Zetec flywheel adapted for the Type-9 paddle clutch. To complete the package is a RS2000 English axle, single piece propshaft and RS anti-tramp bars. The original Halewood build plate with HARRIER printed on the bottom of the colour tag riveted to the bonnet slam panel remains along with the original and correct later design chassis plate.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
Genuine and perfect four-spoke RS alloy road wheels adorn all four corners and the spare. Polished and lacquered rims and spoke edges, with Dove Grey spokes inside are factory correct and have matching dates. Correct black plastic centre caps and chrome metric wheel nuts are the finishing touch. 175/70 R13 Yokohama are fitted with ample tread. An uprated very effective braking system comprises of front AP 4 Pot calipers gripping vented and drilled discs with EBC Green Stuff pads. The rears are RS2000 9” drums and a bias pedal box with braided lines.

HISTORY FILE
Built at the Halewood Ford factory in January 1980 and supplied by Castle Motors Dudley to Mr Robert Carr this example has only had five former keepers. The fifth owner being Chris Parkes who is a knowledgeable fan of these rare machines and whose other Harrier is featured in Factory Original Sporting Mk2 Escorts by Dan Williamson. A colossal history file spanning three A4 files includes every MOT from the first to the current, old tax discs neatly displayed and even previous used car invoices including one from 1984 when the car was sold for £1000! An album of photographs of the restoration is also included along with original sales literature, laminated display sheets and model specific publications. The vehicle is listed on the Escort Mk2 Harrier Register. One key fits the ignition and all locks. Representing a fabulous opportunity to purchase one of the rarest sporting Fords with widely accepted improvements easily reversed, this iconic car should not be missed!

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A preserved collectors Ford Sierra Sapphire RS Cosworth with just 36,158 miles.

EQUIPMENT
Bodyside mouldings with grey insert, polycarbonate bumpers, integral front air dam, colour coded door mirrors, heated front windscreen, electrically adjustable and heated door mirrors, tinted glass, bonnet cooling vents, homofocal headlights, headlamp wash/wipe, rear window aerial, colour coded rear spoiler, extended centre console, quartz digital clock, fascia light dimmer, leather gearknob and three spoke sports steering wheel, graphic information module, map reading lamps, fascia light dimmer, tilt and slide sunroof, central locking, front and rear electric windows, integral rear headrests. Dealer fitted accessory; Ford front window wind deflectors.

EXTERIOR
The commanding exterior of this early RS Sapphire Cosworth is finished in original and desirable Ford Moonstone Blue (code 5 9). The factory paintwork is exceptional and boasts a bright shine and polished uniform finish. All factory panels are straight with linear gaps with only minor blemishes visible and a small rub to the nearside sill skirt and driver’s door. The underside is clean and totally original, even down to the factory markings on underside components and lower suspension arms. All exterior trim is perfect and early features such as Anthracite fog lamps surrounds denote an early 2WD example. The correct Satin Black aerodynamic strakes to the C-Pillar are unmarked. The glass displays the original number and dots dated Securit etchings, and the original Carello headlamps remain fitted with other lenses showing Ford logo and ‘England’ lettering. Supplying dealer rear screen sticker has been retained, as have the dealer optional genuine window air deflectors with Ford branding. Arguably one of the best unrestored examples in existence.

INTERIOR
The factory standard interior of this truly special example is trimmed in the original Halley and Angora grey velour, (Code L). This trim arrangement being another denotation of the early 2WD production Sapphire Cosworths, with added rarity being available only prior to the introduction of Shadow Halley/Raven velour and optional Raven Leather in February 1989. The supportive Recaro front seats are flawless with firm bolsters and tight coverings, commensurate with the low mileage. The instantly familiar driver inclined dashboard is perfect and completely free from any cracks, and the three spoke leather trimmed sports steering wheel and leather gear knob show natural veins only seen on genuine low mileage examples. Incredibly, the original Ford steering wheel cover fitted upon PDI and usually discarded has been kept! All functions and controls operate flawlessly including the standard Sound 2007 Stereo system with power amplifier. A fantastic RS interior, the ultimate combination of sporting prowess and spacious executive luxury.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
Fitted with the standard 1993cc Dual Over Head Cam (DOHC) engine with the Garrett AiResearch T.03B turbocharger and intercooler, the racing pedigree of this car is truly evident with performance figures quoted of 204bhp, 150mph top speed and 0-60 in just 6.1 seconds. The engine bay will fascinate originality seekers with factory panel stampings on the inner wings, bonnet underside and correct un-lacquered slam panel. Absolutely all stickers and plates remain intact including the yellow brake warning sticker on the offside suspension tower and service stickers on the intercooler, long since lost on most examples. The tough T5 manual transmission with 7.5 limited slip differential is direct and precise, just as you would expect from the low mileage covered.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
The factory fitted and unrestored 15 X 7 RS Sierra Cosworth ‘Lattice Style’ alloy wheels are remarkable with no kerbing damage and only faint scratches to the outer rim edges. The part numbers and raised stampings are prominent and show clear definition, a feature lost upon the usual refurbished items. Quality Dunlop SP Sport 205/50 R15 tyres with excellent tread are fitted all round and the spare wheel is shod in the original unused Dunlop SP Sport D40 fitment. Diagonally split hydraulic brakes featuring anti-lock assistance and Teves four piston front callipers offer excellent stopping power to match the performance.

HISTORY FILE
Registered new on the 27th October 1988 by Ford Main Dealer La Motte Garages Limited of Jersey, this exceptional Sapphire Cosworth boasts credentials of just 36,158 warranted miles and four traceable owners from new, the third being the RS specialist who registered the car in the UK. A new car sales invoice and order form made out to first keeper, Mr G Romeril, confirms the price new of £16,524.80 less part exchange allowance of £8,024 for his Escort RS Turbo! The second Jersey keeper, Mr K Surcouf, purchased the car in 2003 and owned it until 2016 whereby RS Specialist, Mr G Jones, sourced the car and arranged shipping and UK registration before passing ownership to the previous keeper Mr T Warren. The huge history file is beautifully presented with all service invoices throughout to fully verify the low mileage. All handbooks, radio guide and dealership literature is kept in the plastic wallet.

Representing an incredibly well preserved example of what is now firmly established as collectable Ford RS product, KGF Classic Cars are privileged to offer this car ready for the next custodian.

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A collectors Ford Escort RS Turbo Series 2 with one owner and 27,886 miles.

EQUIPMENT
Body coloured bumpers with black insert, body coloured wheel arch extensions, tailgate spoiler, halogen headlamps, front driving lamps, cooling vents in bonnet, heated rear window, tailgate wash/wipe, tinted glass, quartz digital clock, aerial incorporated in rear windscreen, Recaro front reclining seats, 60/40 split rear back rest, soft feel sports steering wheel, tachometer, Ford ERST 32PS Self-Seek stereo, speaker control.  Factory options: Windscreen rapid de-ice, electric heated door mirrors.  Custom Pack consisting of: central locking, electric windows, tilting/sliding glass sunroof.

EXTERIOR
This incredible very early Series 2 example is finished in desirable and optional Mercury Grey, (Code Q7).  The factory original paintwork displays an outstanding shine and uniform finish, a true credit to the sole enthusiast owner and exceptionally low mileage.  All factory panels are straight with uniform gaps and common vulnerable underside areas have been carefully wax protected by the only owner, an ex-Ford Motor Vehicle Engineer.   All trim sections, correct Carello lenses and RS decals are as new, and the supplying Ford dealer number plates remain fitted.  The eagle-eyed RS Turbo expert will note the black casing to the door mirrors, correct for a car with optional heated/electrically adjustable door mirrors.  A totally original, unspoilt and preserved example, very difficult to better.

INTERIOR
Presented in perfect order, the fully adjustable and supportive Recaro seats show no wear to the Daytona Raven fabric, (Code SW).  The carpets are pristine having been protected from new by two sets of quality floor mats, and the door cards are spotless with none of the common sun damage to the inner door handles, virtually unheard of for an Escort Mk4!  All switches, knobs and dials operate correctly and the Ford Self-Seek stereo radio/cassette with speaker directional control remains fitted and operational.  The boot area is immaculate with original build stickers to the floor and a straight uncut parcel shelf.  A outstanding 1980’s RS Ford interior.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The 1.6 OHC (CVH) fuel injected engine with a Garrett AiResearch T3 turbo charger and intercooler produces 132bhp at 5750rpm and 180Nm of torque at 2750rpm.  In a car weighing just 1325kg, this featherweight contender completes the 0-60 dash in 8.2 seconds and a top speed of 128mph is achieved.  An immaculate engine bay allows bonnet up exhibiting with factory panel stamps, wing stamps and all plates and stickers intact.  The owner used strictly Ford Motorcraft service items only, a standard upheld throughout.  The 5-speed manual Ford BC box is light and precise with crisp clutch action.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
The unmistakable RS Turbo light alloy 6X15 RS wheels remain in pristine order with Ford logo and part number stampings clearly prominent.  Matching quality Pirelli Cinturato C1 195/50 R15 tyres, fitted brand new in 2017, are virtually unused and the spare is the original Dunlop SP Sport D40 item.  This fast Ford RS legend stops as well as it goes with the ABS braking system designed in conjunction with Lucus Girling working perfectly.

HISTORY FILE
Built in October 1986, this very early Series 2 was registered new on 9th January 1987, the supplying Ford Main Dealer being E Ward of Wellingborough.  The first and only keeper, Mr David McGann, registered the car to his business name, David McGann Motor Spares and Accessories Ltd, before transferring ownership to his private name upon retirement.  KGF Classic Cars purchased the car direct from Mr McGann, and learnt from him that it was used in the initial years to attend business meetings for the starting up of the association that was later to become A1 Motor Stores.  Thereafter, the car was used solely for leisure use whilst always kept in his heated and dehumidified garage alongside his 1969 Cortina 1600E which he has, and still does, own since 1971!   His dedication and love for this RS Turbo was simply wonderful and truly infectious, even down to the use of wine bottle corks used to lift the wiper arms off the windscreen so as to preserve the rubber blades!  Furthermore, Mr McGann, a qualified Ford Motor Vehicle Engineer, kept a detailed maintenance log since new and throughout, after the first service at E Ward did not meet his expectations, (complaint letter in the history file!),  causing him to handle vehicle upkeep himself from then on.
The original E Ward document holder contains all vehicle handbooks, guides and dealership literature as well as the service book and a workshop manual.  Previous MOT certificates date back to 1991 along with vehicle invoices and even tax discs since 1987.  Completing the history file is the original blue V5 document, RS Turbo sales brochure, supplying dealer tax disc holder and spare key with dealer fob.  KGF Classic Cars are privileged to both have met Mr McGann and present this amazing example to the market, ready for the next dedicated custodian to enjoy.

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A delivery mileage Ford Fiesta Mk3 1.4 Ghia with an incredible 137 miles!

EQUIPMENT
Polycarbonate bumpers with bright insert, grey paint treatment below mouldings, halogen headlights, laminated windscreen, tinted glass, tilt/removable sunroof, locking fuel filler, anti-burst locks, two spoke soft feel steering wheel, tailgate wash/wipe, heated rear window, remote door mirrors, central door locking, remote tailgate release, electric front windows, digital clock, centre console, Ford self-seek model 2006 stereo cassette, tachometer, courtesy light, load compartment light.  Dealer options; Ford tailored rubber mats, mud flaps.

EXTERIOR
With an astonishing and genuine 137 miles from new, this example is most likely to be the lowest mileage in existence!  To suggest that this example is as new is a bold statement, but one which is wholly justified with this perfect Fiesta.  Perhaps most impressive is the underside which has been preserved in a time warp condition, with all orange PDI markings to the suspension components, yellow paint dots to the springs and factory stickers still intact, all features usually destroyed within the first few hundred miles.  In factory original Moondust Silver, (Code 6 2), the paintwork to all factory panels is 100% original and virtually as new aside from a few marks to the bonnet when in storage. The trim sections are perfect and supplying Ford dealer number plates, boot badge and tax disc holder remain fitted.  This example is simply as it left the Perrys Ford showroom in 1992, with absolutely nothing painted, replaced or altered.  Truly a one-off museum piece.

INTERIOR
An interior entirely commensurate with a delivery mileage car!  The cabin space with Astral fabric trim, (Code L7), is simply as it sat in the showroom awaiting collection by the first owner, even down to the Perrys Ford paper mat!  This paper mat is slightly soiled.  Ford Rubber mats, as new themselves, have protected the plush non-woven velour Ghia carpets perfectly and all trim sections, controls and switchgear have the new car feel which is lost soon after regular use.  Unbelievably, even the green circular PDI sticker to the end of the wiper stalk is still intact!  All functions operate flawlessly including the Ford self-seek model 2006 stereo cassette.  Probably most nostalgia evoking of all is the new car smell that has been retained, instantly familiar as a Ford and ready to transport you back to a Ford showroom in 1992!  Totally originally and impossible to better.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The 1392cc CVH four cylinder engine featuring twin venture carburettor and automatic choke set up produces a lively 75bhp at 5600rpm.  A top speed of 102mph and 0-60 is achieved in 10.6 seconds, easily adequate for modern traffic conditions.  The pristine engine bay has original plates, fragile paper stickers and factory panel stampings clearly visible.  A Ford Motorcraft oil filter and the grey Ford HT Leads remain fitted, and all fluids are clean and clear.  A sticker in the engine bay confirms a cambelt change on 2nd February 2018 with one mile covered since! The engine is whisper quiet and the 5-speed manual gearbox feels brand new!

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
The factory steel wheels of size 4½ x 13 are in perfect order with the original Ghia full wheel covers fitted and as new.  The factory fitted Pirelli P2000 165/65 R13 tyres obviously are amazing with no cracks and even the bobbles and coloured banding are still prominent.  The servo-assisted diagonally split brakes with 9½” discs up front and 7”drums at the rear are free and operate correctly.

HISTORY FILE
Registered new on the 29th January 1992 by Ford Main Dealers Perrys of North Finchley, this exceptional example was purchased by a Mr Oliver Addison Esq, with a sales invoice in the history file made out to him illustrating a price paid of £9,700 after a discount of £1300.84.  Sadly, just days after purchasing the car Mr Addison was diagnosed with serious illness and never drove the car again despite taxing the car every year until his passing in 1995.  Having covered just 136 miles the car was given to his daughter, Miss Judith Addison, who does not drive but could not bare to part with it so it subsequently went into her garage where it remained until January 2018.    Thankfully the garage also housed the homes boiler which helped to keep the car warm, dry and preserved perfectly as evident today.  The car has then been sold to a good friend of Miss Addison.  The history file contains the original blue and current V5 documents confirming ownership from Father to Daughter as well and the handbooks and a typed history from Miss Addison.

A highly collectable and desirable Ghia model Fiesta, effectively a brand new car and priced identically to the invoice price in 1992.

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The 2016 Capri National Day Concours Winner, a perfect Mk1 1600XL.

EQUIPMENT
Safety glass all round, anti-burst locks, air extraction vents, bright metal ornamentation, bright metal window side mouldings, drip rail mouldings, water temperature gauge, warning lights for generator, oil, main beam and direction indicators, foot operated windscreen washer. Custom Plan XL Pack; Exterior dress up and interior refinement pack, reclining front bucket seats, individual contoured rear bench, fold down armrest, dipping rear view mirror, dual horns, handbrake warning lamps, additional courtesy lamp, twin reversing lamps, distinctive XL badging. Factory options; Automatic transmission, sports road wheels, heated rear window. Dealer options; Front seat belts.

EXTERIOR
To state that this astonishing Mk1 1600XL won the Concours Mk1 trophy at the Capri National Day in May 2016 offers an insight to just how special this car is. Finished in its original shade of Light Grey (code D), Ford produced the colour for just six months from August 1971, and this is the only one known to the Capri Mk1 Owners Club. The paintwork is exceptional having been subject to a documented restoration including a fully detailed and painted underside, even down to zinc plated nuts, bolts and fixings. A beautifully smooth and polished shine is worthy of its praise from Concours Judges and original trim pieces such as the weather strips, rubbers and brightwork have taken preference over inferior aftermarket replacements. Incredibly, this example still wears its factory panels including the front wings displaying the unique upturn to the wheelarch edge as well as the original rear arches with factory welds visible. Custom Plan XL Pack specific features such as the irreplaceable fluted tailpipe trim and the twin reversing lamps below bumper have been retained for absolute accuracy. Unconditionally outstanding and one of the best existing examples.

INTERIOR
The interior of this award winning example is truly fascinating not only in condition but more so that it is completely original! The factory super grade vinyl seat coverings are amazingly well preserved with no damage or visible wear and the loop pile carpeting has been protected superbly. The dashboard and fascia are remarkable with no cracking or fading and the steering wheel still features the often deteriorated or removed leather covering. The very critical eye would note that the headlining has slight discolouration, and the aluminium tread plates show a natural patina. The boot area houses the original jack and complete Ford toolkit, and factory markings and the original delicate plastic rear lens covers remain undamaged. Blue oval royalty.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The standard 1600cc Crossflow engine offers modern traffic competing capabilities with a top speed of 96mph and 0-60 in 14 seconds. The spotlessly clean engine bay is strictly standard with genuine Ford Motorcraft service items and even the rocker cover ‘1600’ affixed at an angle, just as it left the factory! The correct oil fitted shock absorbers and strut tops also feature along with a genuine original Ford exhaust. A further unique item is the long and narrow Lincon battery sited on the left side of the engine compartment, specific to the auto models only whereby a revised battery tray design was required. The factory optional automatic transmission performs exactly as it should.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
The optional sports road wheels remain in the correct silver with black infils. This Capri was manufactured with Goodyear radial tyres and the previous fastidious keeper with accuracy in mind has ensured that only the same brand should be fitted. The servo assisted brakes with front discs and rear drums bring the car up straight and true.

HISTORY FILE
Built in December 1971 at Halewood and registered new on 1st January 1972 by Ford Main Agents, Hendy Lennox (Bournemouth) Ltd, this pre facelift Mk1 Capri has had just four keepers and covered a verified 36,381 miles from new. An original typed purchase note depicts a purchase price of £1,101. 10s 5d including £45. 13s 11d for the XL Plan and £535. 0s. 0d part exchange against a Daimler! The history file is incredible with the original handbook and service book containing supplying Ford Main Dealer stamped entries up to 1980 with supporting invoices. Substantial MOT and paperwork history thereafter fully verifies the mileage.

The previous keeper purchased the car in 2008 and has since embarked upon an incredible quest to build arguably the best example in existence. Attention to detail, originality and accuracy being paramount, a photographic restoration file is supported by a huge documented folder. The car is known to both Kevin Folds, Club Secretary of the Capri Mk1 Owners Club, and Glyn Watson, Chairman of same. A first place trophy at the 2016 Capri National Day is included in the history file along with club magazine features. Only a personal inspection can really reveal the true magic of this Mk1 Capri 1600XL, an undisputed champion and an absolute credit to its creator.

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An exceptional Ford Fiesta Mk3 1.6S with an incredible 8,527 miles from new.

EQUIPMENT
Wide black bodyside mouldings, long range driving lights, tailgate spoiler, sports suspension, front anti-roll bar, dual tone horn, halogen headlights, tinted glass, laminated windscreen, two spoke soft feel steering wheel, aircraft-style pockets, micro-switches, anti-burst locks, remote control door mirrors, tinted glass, tailgate wash/wipe, digital clock, 2005 electronic RDS Ford stereo, four speakers, courtesy light, load compartment light.  Factory options; Option Pack consisting of central door locking, electric windows, remote tailgate release, centre console.  Dealer options; floor mats.

EXTERIOR
Finished in sporting Ford Diamond White, (Code B9), this collectors example still retains an amazing deep gloss shine born from the incredibly low mileage and cossetted storage.  The factory panels are pin straight with uniform gaps and only a light graze to the front bumper and a small compression to the valence are worthy of a mention.  Original supplying dealer number plates are fitted front and rear and even the dealer tailgate badge remains affixed!  All glass is number plate etched and the correct Valeo halogen headlamps and Carello long range driving lamps are fitted.  Exhibitionists will enjoy the clean factory underside with torque markings still visible on the bolts and correct bodyside mouldings with the white insert.  A rare car and almost unrepeatable.

INTERIOR
Perfect in every respect.  The interior of this incredible example epitomizes the term factory fresh and will transport any occupant back to a 1980’s Ford showroom!  The sports seats finished in Thirsk trim retain all fullness with no wear or damage to the fabric.  The instrument binnacle, matching door cards and headlining are factory flawless.  The carpeting has been protected by four genuine Ford rubber mats.  All the instruments, micro-switches and driver controls function correctly and the two-spoke soft-feel sports steering wheel and gear knob display all the factory veins. The boot area has no lose luggage damage with an unmarked grey carpet, and factory stickers remain in place to the boot floor and side mouldings.   Certain to delight the most discerning, fastidious and excellence seeking collector.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The 1.6 CVH engine with a twin venturi carburettor and electronic breakerless ignition produces 90bhp at 6000rpm and 133Nm of torque at 4000rpm.  Performance credentials of 9.3 seconds to 60mph and a top speed of 108mph are just 0.3 seconds and 11mph slower than the performance topping XR2i model at the time!  The engine bay is guaranteed to amaze onlookers with originality and cleanliness with all factory stickers, plates and labels intact. The 5-speed transmission works seamlessly with a light and crisp clutch action, just as you would expect from such a low mileage example.  Brilliant fun.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
5X13 steel wheels with full wheel covers in Tricoat White are undamaged and shod in matching 165/65 R13 tyres.  The servo-assisted diagonally split brakes with ventilated 9.5” discs up front and 8”drums at the rear pull the car up quickly and safely.

HISTORY FILE
Supplied new on the 1st August 1989 by Ford Main Dealers, W.Harold Perry Ltd of North Finchley, this example has had just two owners from new.  Mrs Pauline Snow owned the vehicle until April 2005 having covered just 8,288 miles due to being used for local trips and her increasing old age.  A Ford enthusiast, Mr Viggars, has owned the car ever since continually keeping it stored correctly with MOT outings only.  The dealer point of sale material is wonderful and extends to the Go Perrys Pre-Delivery Inspection Report and even a Perrys pen!   A collection of MOT certificates and vehicle handbooks are contained within the blue A5 folder.  A real piece of sporting Ford history.

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A sensational Ford Orion 1.6 Ghia with two owners and 29,333 miles

EQUIPMENT
Heated electric door mirrors, rear windscreen incorporated aerial, central locking, tinted glass, tilt/slide sunroof with louvred shutter, split-fold 60:40 rear seats, centre armrest, electric front windows, front and rear headrests, tachometer, quartz digital clock, centre console with integral coin slots cassette storage, cigarette lighter, FM cassette (ESRT 32PS) with joystick balance control, glove box illumination, boot light

EXTERIOR
This remarkably well preserved Orion is finished in metallic and cost optional, Crystal Blue, (Code U7). A uniform deep gloss finish has been preserved thanks to garaged storage and the low miles covered. Incredibly the car still wears original panels with date stampings and underside originality is visible with items such as the Motorcraft exhaust system. The bodyside mouldings with bright inserts are untouched but the rear bumper has a minor stress fracture and one ding to the drivers door and two to the passenger. All glass is window etched and both front Halogen headlamps are correct Carello items. The car retains its dealer number plates front and rear and all Ghia badging is present.

INTERIOR
Trimmed in luxurious shadow Olivia cloth with matching door panel inserts the specialist materials unique to the Ghia model are pristine. Fully commensurate with the low mileage and cherished ownership the coloured keyed cut pile carpet has been protected by genuine rubber floor mats from new. All switchgear is functional and surrounding dash trim unmarked. Lift the carpet in the immaculate boot area reveals factory PDI stickers and even the Ford radio and cassette holder remains fitted with joystick speaker control! Impossible to replicate.

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION
The 1.6 litre lean burn OHC 4-cylinder engine with a sequential twin venturi carburettor produces 89bhp allowing a top speed of 108mph and 0-60mph in 11.4 seconds. Regular main dealer servicing despite the low mileage covered installs confidence in an immaculately presented engine bay. The optional automatic transmission with oil cooling cost the first owner an extra £525.03 and provides a relaxed driving experience.

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES
6X13 steel wheels are graced with Ghia specification full wheel covers with chrome inserts and only one displays slight markings. Ford locking wheel nuts with box are included. All four tyres are premium branded with ample tread and the diagonally-split dual line servo assisted braking system with front discs and self-adjusting rear drums stops with assurance.

HISTORY FILE
Supplied by Ford Main Dealers, Dagenham Motors Ltd and registered new on the 16th September 1986, this car has only ever had two owners. Mrs Double was the first keeper for 25 years and while in her possession it made 17 visits for servicing, of which 14 were to a Ford Main Dealer. The last entry while in her care was to Dagenham Motors in 2010 at 23,216 miles. The stamped service book is substantiated by hard copy service invoices. Mr and Mrs Hinson took ownership in 2011 purely as a recreational vehicle for attending classic car shows whereby servicing was bestowed by Mr Hinson himself. A recent service using genuine Ford parts was carried out on the 8th August 2016 at 29,297 miles. All handbooks are present and this fabulous 30 year old survivor is sure to please any Blue Oval fan.

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