Vintage Ford Capri, a Time Capsule to the 1980s, Available for £4,000 – Requires Restoration

A CLASSIC Ford Capri that will transport you back to the 1980s could be yours for just £4,000 – but it’ll need some work.

The vintage motor is a dream addition to any collection and boasts a five-speed gearbox with 7 Spoke alloy wheels.

This classic Ford Capri could be yours for just £4,000

This classic Ford Capri could be yours for just £4,000

The vintage motor boasts a five-speed gearbox but is in need of a full restoration

The vintage motor boasts a five-speed gearbox but is in need of a full restoration

The 1985 model has been off-road for years

The 1985 model has been off-road for yearsCredit: EBay

Listed on eBay for £3,950, this 1985 Ford Capri 2.8 Injection has been off-road for years but is ready for a new lease of life.

The next owner must be prepared to undergo a full restoration project to get it back to its best, however.

As explained in the item description, the Ford Capri will need “substantial rust repairs” and, as a minimum, “new sills, chassis repairs, inner wing tops, lower rear valance and wheel arch repairs”.

Furthermore, the engine has been described as “totally unknown” and will require a full rebuild, while all seats will need to be recovered – although they are the original type.

The keys are also said to have been misplaced.

However, there are plenty of plus sides to the old motor.

According to the current owner, the roof and sunroof are in good condition, meaning any potential buyer can really enjoy those summer drives.

The car’s front panel can also be salvaged, as can the door panels amongst other parts.

And included with the vehicle is a matching spare wheel, radiator and expansion bottle, front bumper, propshaft, a drivers door and a spare fuel tank.

As a final note, the seller confirms that the Capri is HPI Clear and registered with the DVLA.

The Capri is being sold by Mike Hill in Worcestershire.

Manufacturing of Ford Capri’s stopped in December 1986, although it’s popularity saw nearly 1.9 million units sold in its lifetime.

Last week, a “mint condition” 1986 Ford Capri hit auction in Essex, having been up and running for more than 33 years.

According to the seller, the car has had single ownership – and has hit some 119,500 miles throughout its life.

And what could be the “best Ford Capri ever” with a retro cassette player and aerial has also arrived at auction.

The mint motor in diamond white was registered in 1986 during the height of the Thatcher years.

The Capri is HPI Clear and remains registered with the DVLA

The Capri is HPI Clear and remains registered with the DVLA

The vehicle will need 'substantial rust repairs'

The vehicle will need ‘substantial rust repairs’

The front panel can still be salvaged

The front panel can still be salvaged

All seats will need to be recovered - although they are the original type

All seats will need to be recovered – although they are the original type

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