1972 MK-1 FORD CAPRI 1.6 'L' LIME GREEN *NOW SOLD*

*NOW SOLD*

*SIMILAR URGENTLY REQUIRED*

FOR SALE

JF Classic Cars are pleased to offer for sale this stunning MK1 FORD CAPRI 1600 L in 'Lime Green' Stunning attention to detail throughout

DESCRIPTION

First Registered On the 9th October 1972 to a Mr Harry Hunt from Mitchem Supplied new by Ford Dealers 'Fullers Of Malden' Mr Hunt retained the vehicle for some 43-years until in 2015 it was decided the time had come to pass it on to its next custodian a Mr Allen who then retained the vehicle for a further 9 years up to date.

 Amazingly only ever had 2 owners. Having had a full nut and bolt restoration some time ago leaving nothing untouched underside/outside or within the cabin, Today the dedication and effort stands out making this one of the best examples out their for sale today.

EXTERNAL

Stunning colour 'Lime Green' (code:M) with Black vinyl roof' bursting with a bright vibrant gloss finish, Panels front to rear gleaming with coach lines standing proud, The Mk-1 has a pronoun square edged front wing and bonnet housing original 'Lucas' headlamp units with individual indicator housing sitting directly to the side,  

Full frontal chrome finish bumper along with chrome over riders sits glistening complete with the full frontal slatted chrome grill, The attention to detail to maintain the originality clearly shows, Chrome and Lime Green together simply look stunning

All panel gaps are precise and uniform front to rear along with the side chrome fixing vents and side wing lower badges all present and correct, Further chrome work around the black vinyl roof finished to perfection with no age related marking or signs of tiredness, 

The Black Vinyl Roof itself can only be described as immaculate not a mark on it, Fuel filler flap incorporated into the 'c' pillar also, Window rubbers front and rear are mark free and present very well

All exterior glazing remains original 'FoMoCo' stamped simply wow! Along with chrome front windscreen wipers

To the Rear a full wrap around chrome bumper along with chrome over riders, Original 'FoMoCo' stamped rear lenses are present ensuring originality has been preserved, A single chrome lock barrel sitting centre stage on the boot lid with badging and lettering all sitting as Ford intended 

INTERNAL

The interiors minimal but functional, Upon opening the Drivers or Passenger side doors the attention to detail continues with Black leather vinyl seating front and rear in very good condition showing no signs of wear, With being fixed seating the forward tilt mechanisms working effortlessly

Door cards sitting fresh with wind up window handles and chrome piping which if being picky shows a little wear but nothing really, The deep black carpet front to rear sits in very good wear free condition with the additional extra of genuine Ford 'waffle' over mats being fitted

Beige heading sits taught and mark free, Having the interior light situated over the drivers door entry/exit point along with two rear roof mounted grab handles, Black leather affect orange peel dashboard sits mark free with a round heater air demister situated on the passenger side

A wooden affect square drivers binnacle sits mark free housing a push button twin speed interior heater fan alongside sliding toggle switches which direct air vents and temperature control 

Twin speed push button wiper switch along with blanking plates are positioned to the side, Round speedometer displaying 59233 miles along with the fuel gauge and temperature gauge housed also in a round display. To complement a further round heater control vent sits to the right on the dashboard.

Three spoked steering wheel in very good condition consistent with the condition of the vehicle inside and out showing very minimal wear if any at all, The chrome capped indicator stalk sits to the right on the steering column along with the pull out choke lever which sits tidily above the ignition switch 

ENGINE & TRANSMISSION

Fitted with the 1600cc Over Head Cam Kent Crossflow engine mated up to a 4-speed manual gearbox, Ford consumables have been used ensuring the engine has many miles left under its belt, Starts on the button and drives faultlessly throughout all gears

WHEELS, TYRES & BRAKES

Sitting on Yokohama GT Special Classic 165/80/R13 tyres alongside Grey steel road wheels with bright rim trim embellishers

Backed up by having disc brakes to the front and drums to the rear along with vacuum braking assistance ensuring you are brought to a steady controlled stop.

HISTORY FILE

With being only a 2-owner vehicle that alone tells a story of cherished ownership, Matched simply by the outstanding paint and body finish along with the attention to detail on the inside/under the engine bay and underside, With having a full nut and bolt restoration previously, The vehicle stands in beautiful condition throughout

Simply a stunning classic that awaits its new owner. This is one of those cars you can use at a weekend attend the odd show and you never know you may just get a surprise its that unique and original.

Old tax disc and consumables invoice plus it does have the restoration items listed and catergorised, 

Being Tax And Mot Exempt 

V5 Present And HPi Clear.