MK2 CAPRI MODEL GUIDE

The Mk2 may have been bigger, but Ford set out its stall with a smaller model range. There was still plenty to choose from though.

Dan Williamson, Graham Leigh

1300/L ENGINE CAPACITY: 1297cc or 1593cc YEARS PRODUCED: 1974 to 1978 PRICE WHEN NEW: £1731 (1300L, 1975) RARITY RATING: Second-generation Capris saw the old coupé changed into a hatchback, and somewhat squarer styling. Entry-level L models lacked charm or lovability, and the basic Crossflow-engined 1.3 wheezed out 57 bhp, taking 18.7 seconds to hit 60 mph. The Pinto-powered 1.6 gave 72 bhp/97 mph and servo brakes, but both wore boring 5x13 inch steel wheels, rectangular headlamps and vinyl seats. The sub-L base-spec Capri 1300 from October 1975 had black bumpers and fabric trim, while the 1.3/1.6L gained chrome, sports wheels, servo, driver’s mirror, cloth recliners, split rear bench, boot mat and wood-effect dash. February 1976 meant an Economy engine for 1300/L, 85 mph top speed and 21.6 seconds from 0-60…

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