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1974 Ford Capri MK1 RS3100

1974 Ford Capri MK1 RS3100-Sold

Lot Number: 741

1974 Ford Capri MK1 RS3100

Undoubtedly the 'Holy Grail' of the entire Capri generation...

 

Introduced in September 1973 to homologate the Capri for European Touring Car racing

3091cc AVO-developed Essex V6, fuelled through a Weber 38DGAS producing 148bhp and 187lb/ft

Photographic restoration in the 1990's by Phil Boote, then RS3100 Registrar/RS Owners Club

Now superbly finished in Modena Green decaled in gold around the power bulge and rear panel

Correct RS3100 flared arches, front splitter, rear wing, twin tailpipes and 4-spoke alloys

Showing 48,000 miles. Boxes of paperwork, magazine articles/features, and restoration photographs

This is a 'show-quality' Capri and a certain Concours winner

One of probably only 50 left in the UK and you will struggle to find a better example

 

  • Sold for: £53,280

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

  • Body Colour

    BODY COLOUR
    Modena Green

  • Drive

    DRIVE
    RHD

  • Registration Number

    REG NUMBER
    RPU654M

  • Odometer Reading

    ODOMETER READING
    48000 Miles

SUMMARY

Undoubtedly the 'Holy Grail' of the entire Capri generation...

 

Introduced in September 1973 to homologate the Capri for European Touring Car racing

3091cc AVO-developed Essex V6, fuelled through a Weber 38DGAS producing 148bhp and 187lb/ft

Photographic restoration in the 1990's by Phil Boote, then RS3100 Registrar/RS Owners Club

Now superbly finished in Modena Green decaled in gold around the power bulge and rear panel

Correct RS3100 flared arches, front splitter, rear wing, twin tailpipes and 4-spoke alloys

Showing 48,000 miles. Boxes of paperwork, magazine articles/features, and restoration photographs

This is a 'show-quality' Capri and a certain Concours winner

One of probably only 50 left in the UK and you will struggle to find a better example

 

DESCRIPTION

SPECIFICATION

Lot Number
741
Make
FORD
Model
CAPRI RS3100
Registration Number
RPU654M
Chassis Number
BBECND20465
Engine Number
ND20465
Transmission
manual
Body Colour
Modena Green

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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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