1st Oct, 2023 12:00
The Bolesworth Castle October 2023 Classic & Performance Car Auction
1981 Ford Capri 3.0S X-Pack
Tastefully upgraded and developed, road-going track weapon
Registration- DGS 383X
Chassis No - WF0CXXGAECBR03631
M.O.T. - September 2024
Odometer - 90,000
Big-engined Capris are all the rage these days, but ‘DGS 383X’ takes the scene to a whole new level. What started life as an unassuming blue 3.0S is now an immaculate white specimen sporting beefy X-pack arches that shield wide-rim RS wheels shod with 225/50 R15 Yokohama tyres. Inside, the rear seat has been removed and a full FIA Safety Devices roll cage installed along with bucket seats, Securon harnesses, carbonfibre door cards and many other mods aimed at fast road or on-track driving. The engine has apparently recently been rebuilt and, although we’re not party to the full specification, a quick peek under the bonnet reveals a trio of carburettors – a sturdy strut brace is also evident. The vendor presently regards the V6 engine, five-speed manual transmission, modified bodywork, paintwork and interior trim as all being in ‘excellent’ order. The Capri is now on offer complete with lots of receipts and old MOTS that evidently support the indicated mileage of 91,421, plus a current MOT valid for the next 12 months.
Ford’s Capri was launched at the 1969 Brussels Salon. The fastback coupe was intended to do for Europe what the Mustang had done for the USA. The newcomer was initially offered with a generous choice of four-cylinder engines, but by September they’d been joined by the 136bhp, 3-litre V6 Essex unit. Worthwhile improvements to the model came with the MKII versions of 1974 and the quadruple headlamp MKIII cars introduced in 1978. The 3.0S version was immortalised in the TV Series ‘The Professionals’ and a pair of cars from that show recently fetched £93,375 each!
In summary:
- A tastefully much-modified example for use on road or track
- Nine-keepers and a warranted 91,421 miles from new
- Comes with lots of paperwork and a fresh 12 months’ of MOT
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Estimated at £25,000 - £30,000Registration- DGS 383X
Chassis No - WF0CXXGAECBR03631
M.O.T. - September 2024
Odometer - 90,000
Big-engined Capris are all the rage these days, but ‘DGS 383X’ takes the scene to a whole new level. What started life as an unassuming blue 3.0S is now an immaculate white specimen sporting beefy X-pack arches that shield wide-rim RS wheels shod with 225/50 R15 Yokohama tyres. Inside, the rear seat has been removed and a full FIA Safety Devices roll cage installed along with bucket seats, Securon harnesses, carbonfibre door cards and many other mods aimed at fast road or on-track driving. The engine has apparently recently been rebuilt and, although we’re not party to the full specification, a quick peek under the bonnet reveals a trio of carburettors – a sturdy strut brace is also evident. The vendor presently regards the V6 engine, five-speed manual transmission, modified bodywork, paintwork and interior trim as all being in ‘excellent’ order. The Capri is now on offer complete with lots of receipts and old MOTS that evidently support the indicated mileage of 91,421, plus a current MOT valid for the next 12 months.
Ford’s Capri was launched at the 1969 Brussels Salon. The fastback coupe was intended to do for Europe what the Mustang had done for the USA. The newcomer was initially offered with a generous choice of four-cylinder engines, but by September they’d been joined by the 136bhp, 3-litre V6 Essex unit. Worthwhile improvements to the model came with the MKII versions of 1974 and the quadruple headlamp MKIII cars introduced in 1978. The 3.0S version was immortalised in the TV Series ‘The Professionals’ and a pair of cars from that show recently fetched £93,375 each!
In summary:
- A tastefully much-modified example for use on road or track
- Nine-keepers and a warranted 91,421 miles from new
- Comes with lots of paperwork and a fresh 12 months’ of MOT
'A Buyer’s Premium applies to the Hammer Price of this Lot if your bid is successful, as per the following; Motor Cars 12.5% + VAT (minimum £150 + VAT), Motorcycles and Bicycles 15% + VAT (minimum £100 + VAT); Registration Numbers 15% + VAT (minimum £50 + VAT); Automobilia 15% + VAT (minimum of £5 + VAT).'
Potential buyers should satisfy themselves with the description and condition of each lot prior to sale. Each vehicle is offered ‘as is/as seen’ as per the terms and conditions for the auction, buyers are asked to inspect the vehicle in person or use a professional to carry out the service. Any disputes over descriptions will not be entertained.
Auction: The Bolesworth Castle October 2023 Classic & Performance Car Auction, 1st Oct, 2023
Our October auction of classic, modern classic and prestige cars and motorbikes.
Viewing Days:
Saturday 30th September, 1pm - 7pm
Sunday 1st October, 9am - 12 noon
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