What is the story of the Ford Capri?

The Story of the Ford Capri
The Ford Capri is a legendary fastback coupe that holds a special place in the hearts of car enthusiasts. It was designed as the European equivalent of the Ford Mustang and was marketed as a cheap, fast, and fun two-plus-two coupe aimed at the blue-collar working man. The Capri was first unveiled to the public in 1969 and remained in production until 1986, selling almost 1.9 million units during its 17-year production run.
First Generation Ford Capri (1969-1974)
The Capri’s first generation was produced from 1969 to 1974. It was a highly successful model for Ford, offering a stylish design and a range of engine options. The Capri enjoyed huge success across Europe and the UK, and it still maintains a strong fan base to this day.
Second Generation Ford Capri (1974-1986)
The second generation of the Ford Capri was produced from 1974 to 1986. It featured a restyled design and continued to be a popular choice among car buyers. The Capri remained on sale until 1986, with its sales gradually declining over the years.
The Ford Capri was Europe’s pony car long before the Mustang went global. It was designed by Philip T. Clark, who was also one of the key designers who worked on the Mustang. The Capri was marketed under the tagline “the car you’ve always promised yourself” and enjoyed immense popularity across Europe and the UK.
The Ford Capri holds iconic status and is still highly regarded by car enthusiasts. It was a unique and influential model that left a lasting impact on the automotive industry. Despite not having a formal replacement, the Capri’s legacy continues to be celebrated.
Conclusion
The Ford Capri is a legendary fastback coupe that was designed as the European equivalent of the Ford Mustang. It was marketed as a cheap, fast, and fun two-plus-two coupe and enjoyed immense popularity across Europe and the UK. The Capri remains an iconic model and holds a special place in the hearts of car enthusiasts to this day .

What was the Ford Capri called in America?

Mercury
From 1979 to 1986, the second generation Capri became part of the Mercury model line as a U.S. built pony car. From 1991 to 1994, the third generation Mercury Capri was a roadster manufactured by Ford Australia and marketed outside North America as the Ford Capri.

Was the Mercury Capri a Mustang?

The second generation Capri was a slightly reworked and rebadged third Generation Mustang at its essence. With production starting in 1979, it served as a companion and cousin to the four-eye Fox Body Mustang until 1986.

What was the top speed of the Ford Capri?

• Top Speed. 183 km/h.
• Acceleration, 0-100 km/h. 10.3 sec.
• Top Speed. 114 mph.
• Acceleration, 0-60 mph. 9.7 sec.

How much is a 1970 Ford Capri worth?

All 1970 Ford Capri body types

Year	Make	Average value
1968	Ford	£ 14,600
1970	Ford	£ 16,700
1968	Ford	£ 16,700
1970	Ford	£ 29,500

Was the Ford Capri fast?

These were followed by Ford’s 2.0-litre Essex V4 (with 93bhp) and the range-topping 138bhp 3.0-litre Essex V6, both of which made the Capri capable of speeds in excess of 100mph. Ford entered the MkI Capri into the European Touring Car Championship in 1974, spawning its final, and fastest, iteration; the RS3100.

What makes Capri special?

Capri is famous for its dramatic stretch of coastline peppered with grandiose villas. The glitzy Italian island is a playground for glamorous celebrities and jet-setters.

Is the Ford Capri coming back?

Ford is poised to resurrect the hallowed Capri nameplate for its second electric crossover on Volkswagen’s MEB platform, which has appeared in public for the first time ahead of a launch next year.

What car replaced the Ford Capri?

The Ford Probe
The Ford Probe that arrived in the late 80s is considered the Capri’s replacement by many, but we think you’ll agree that its design isn’t quite a match for that of the legendary Capri. For this reason and ouite a few others, the Ford Capri still holds iconic status.

Did Ford Capri ever have V8?

It’s impossible to talk about South African automotive history without mentioning the Ford Capri Perana V8. How the Perana – a privately-built but Ford Motor Company-sanctioned model – first came to be started a few years prior to its limited 1970-1972 production run.

What are some facts about the Ford Capri?

The Ford Capri is a fastback coupé built by Ford of Europe, designed by Philip T. Clark, who was also involved in the design of the Ford Mustang. It used the mechanical components from the Mk2 Ford Cortina and was intended as the European equivalent of the Ford Mustang.