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1970 Ford Capri MK1 2000 V4 GT XLR

1970 Ford Capri MK1 2000 V4 GT XLR-Sold

Lot Number: 749

1970 Ford Capri MK1 2000 V4 GT XLR

An outstanding Mk1 restoration, an absolute labour of love...

 

The 2000GT XLR was the top of the range in mid-1970 and cost £1,310

Full bare-metal, nut and bolt restoration to an astonishing standard

The 93bhp 'Essex' V4 engine and gearbox were fully rebuilt by Tickover

Correctly finished in XLR-spec with the optional matte black bonnet

Showing 12,730 miles and two former keepers, the first until 2016

Copies of every invoice for parts and work carried out with many photos of the restoration

 

  • Sold for: £27,195

LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Saturday 5th October, 2019 at 11.00am BST at

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Gold

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    WHT954H

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    12730 Miles

SUMMARY

An outstanding Mk1 restoration, an absolute labour of love...

 

The 2000GT XLR was the top of the range in mid-1970 and cost £1,310

Full bare-metal, nut and bolt restoration to an astonishing standard

The 93bhp 'Essex' V4 engine and gearbox were fully rebuilt by Tickover

Correctly finished in XLR-spec with the optional matte black bonnet

Showing 12,730 miles and two former keepers, the first until 2016

Copies of every invoice for parts and work carried out with many photos of the restoration

 

DESCRIPTION

Freshly completed Full bare metal, nut and bolt restoration. Engine and Gearbox Fully rebuilt by Tickover. Copys of every invoice for parts and work carried out with many photos of the restoration. 1000's of hours to spent to complete. indicating 12,730, 2 former keepers.

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
749
Make
FORD
Model
CAPRI 2000 V4 GT XLR
Registration Number
WHT954H
Chassis Number
BBECJE39008
Transmission
manual
Body Colour
Gold

GALLERY

CONSIGNOR

Consignor

For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.

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About the Seller Rating

A lot's rating is compiled based on information provided by the seller of the lot. We strongly recommend viewing a lot prior to bidding as we cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information provided by the seller. We will not entertain any disputes over seller rating details.

Poor Numerous faults / Extensive damage / Many missing parts / Project or donor car

Fair Basic condition / Requires attention mechanically & cosmetically / Some damage / Some missing parts

Good Everyday useable classic car / Driven & enjoyed / Commensurate with age & mileage / Drives and looks as it should / Some vehicle history

Very good Almost pristine / Mechanically & cosmetically sound / Driven only occasionally / Extensive vehicle history

Excellent Pristine / Original / Documented nut & bolt ground-up restoration / Stored professionally / Trailered only / Complete vehicle history

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