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- 1973 Ford Capri Mk1 Super Speed V8
1973 Ford Capri Mk1 Super Speed V8
Lot Number: 110
1973 Ford Capri Mk1 Super Speed V8
The one and only Capri V8 conversion by Super Speed of Essex, now sympatheticaly restored.
- Sold for: £33,750
LIVE AUCTION: This lot was auctioned on Sunday 24th March, 2024 at 12.00pm GMT at NEC, Birmingham, B40 1NT
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BODY COLOUR
Sunset Red -
DRIVE
RHD -
REG NUMBER
LRP 78M -
ODOMETER READING
21702 Miles
SUMMARY
The one and only Capri V8 conversion by Super Speed of Essex, now sympatheticaly restored.
DESCRIPTION
- The Super Speed 5.7-litre 'RS70' V8 Capri was marketed by Superspeed (conversions) Ltd. of Ilford alongside their Anglia, Escort 2000GT, Cortina 3-litre V6, and Escort 1600 Pinto conversions, but we believe that this was the only one ever finished
- Based on a 1973 3.0 GXL. Owned by our vendor since 2013. Six former registered keepers, 21,679 miles indicated
- Fully rebuilt over a number of years with all new parts inside and out. Replacement Ford 5.7 351 Cleveland, Pro-Comp alloy heads. 650 CFM holley carb, serpentine pulley kit, custom-made stainless exhaust, custom headers. Under 1,000 miles since rebuild
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5-speed Tremec TKO gearbox, hydraulic McLeod performance clutch, Quaife LSD, 16t splined half-shafts
- Front-adjustable coil-overs on Bilstein legs with roller bearing top-mounts, rear-single leaf springs, adjustable shocks, lowered 2" all round. Adjustable biased pedal box. Front - Billeted Hi-Spec grooved discs, four-pot calipers, green stuff pads, rear disc conversion. 6 x 14 Pirelli RS-style alloys 195/55/14 Toyo Proxes. A sympathetic restoration in the 'spirit' of the original
- Magazine-featured in Classic Ford Magazine, October 2021, front cover and article. Large history file. MOT until February 2025, issued with no advisories
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Link to Retro Ford and Auto body Specialist, Andy's Auto body, who carried out the restoration on the car:
SPECIFICATION
- Lot Number
- 110
- Make
- FORD
- Model
- CAPRI 3000GXL
- Variant
- SUPER SPEED
- Registration Number
- LRP 78M
- MOT Expiry
- 14/02/2025
- Chassis Number
- BBECNM45295
- Engine Number
- 11E0627
- Transmission
- Manual
- Body Colour
- Sunset Red
GALLERY
CONSIGNOR
Richard Greenhalgh
- Car Specialist
- 07948 152921
- richard@iconicauctioneers.com
For further information regarding this lot please contact Richard.
CONTACTSEE IT IN ACTION
SEE IT IN ACTION
SCORE:
108 / 135
Exterior
Bodywork:
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Remarks
1973 3.0 GXL, vinyl roof, Factory sunroof, Front quarter bumpers, RS Chin spoiler. Sunset Red. No rot or rust, very nice condition all round. I still have the original front panel which was fitted by Super Speed that will go with the car when sold.
Interior
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Remarks
All standard GXL Black vinyl & cloth
Engine
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Remarks
Total rebuild with all new parts inside & out under 1000 miles since rebuild. Ford 5.7 351 Clevland, Pro Comp Alloy heads. 650 CFM Holley Carb, serpentine Pulley Kit, custom made stainless exhaust, custom headers.
Transmission
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Remarks
5 Speed Tremec TKO gearbox, fitted Less than 1000 miles ago, hydraulic mcleod performance clutch, Quaife LSD, 16t Spline half shafts.
Running Gear
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Remarks
Like New. Front-adjustable Coilovers on Bilston Legs with roller bearing top mounts. Rear single leaf springs adjustable shocks, lowered 2 inch all round. Adjustable Biased peddle box. Front - Billeted Hi Spec Groved Discs, Four pot calipers, green stuff pads, rear disc conversation green stuff pads. 6 x 14 Pirelli RS style alloys 195/55/14 Toyo Proxes.
Electrics
Minor:
Major:
Remarks
They all work
Vehicle History
Remarks
Original Super Speed car. MOT until February 2025 with no advisories.
Restoration Notes
Stripped to bare metal, 2 new front wings 1 new front panel, full repaint etc
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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