CAPRI 2.0S

An important part of the Capri line-up for over a decade, the four-cylinder 2.0S is packed with style and performance. Here’s what you need to know.

Christian Tilbury

With the Mk2 Capri losing its sporting appeal, Ford restored a bit of performance to the range with the debut of the S version at the 1975 Geneva Motor Show. Complete with gold alloy wheels, distinctive striping and tinted glass, the S was announced for the UK in early June. Better still, it wasn’t just a styling exercise, the S also benefiting from a modified chassis. The spring rates were returned to the harder settings of earlier models and there were Bilstein rear dampers, firmer front struts, and beefed-up anti-roll bars. Power was provided by the same engines as the GT model, with the 2-litre version proving particularly popular with its blend of strong performance and affordable running costs. During its transition from a limited-edition to a full production model,…

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Classic Ford (Digital) - 1 Issue, July 2024

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