Essential Ford Capri

Essential Ford Capri Chris ReesSubtitled: The Cars and Their Story 1969-1987. The full story of this extremely successful car both behind the scenes, and in the public eye, including its development, descriptions of all models frombase 1.3 to the rare RS26 and RS31, plus competition history, and advice on choosing and living wit h your Capri today. Sftbd., 8 1/4x 1 1/4, 8 pgs., 6 b&w ill., 6 color. (Was $14.95)

When launched, the Ford Capri was revolutionary. It was a car that set the European market alight, allowing even a buyer on a modest budget an intoxicating whiff of the exotic while keeping running costs at affordable levels. That status eroded over time, and the Capri sat in the classic car doldrums for many years. That situation has thankfully changed, and Capri values are rising rapidly This guide takes the potential purchaser through a short initial examination to weed out the obviously defective followed by a more comprehensive step by step look at the body and mechanical parts with jargon-free text accompanied by over 100 photographs. A unique points marking system ensures that nothing is overlooked.

Ford Motor Company is a global giant. It pioneered mass production and the global multinational corporations. "Fordism" is a symbol of the modern age. In this book, produced in Ford's centenary year, an international team of independent researchers explores Ford's European history and presents new analyses of its dynamics and significance. Second volume looks at Ford's European history across a hundred years and a dozen countries. It looks at Ford in face of national rivalries, economic integration, depression, dictatorships and wars. The national histories, written by a team of international researchers, complement the broader thematic studies in volume One.

Inspired by the success of the Ford Mustang “pony car” in the US, Ford UK launched “The Car You Always Promised Yourself” in 1969. It was an instant hit. There was an almost bewildering range of specs and trims, from L to XLR. An upgrade in 1972 introduced the overhead-camshaft Pinto engine to the 1600 and 2000 models, along with a front-end facelift and a new dash layout. Not to mention a 1300cc four-cylinder to a 3-litre V6. Thirty-nine incredible variants of the Mk1 Capri were released at launch. Factory-Original Ford Capri Mk1 takes you through the production period and pins down the correct factory specifications, equipment and finishes across the range, including the RS3100 and the factory “specials”. This information is backed up by specially commissioned color photography of 10 outstanding examples of the cars. You'll love the detail in production changes, dates and numbers, engine and chassis numbers, and aftermarket specials - convertibles by Abbott and Crayford, and performance Capris including the Broadspeed Bullitt and the Uren Comanche. There is also information on Capris built outside the UK. This is the most comprehensive guide on the Capri Mk1 that has ever even been attempted. It's thorough enough to satisfy the most ardent enthusiast for these stylish and desirable cars, and detailed enough to provide answers to questions about originality.

"A nostalgic look at how Austin bounced back after WWII, and how, despite the severe materials shortage, it managed to develop the largest range of vehicles produced by any auto maker in post-war Britain."--Back cover.

During the 1960s, the automobile finally secured its position as an indispensable component of daily life in Britain. Car ownership more than doubled from approximately one car for every 10 people in 1960 to one car for every 4.8 people by 1970. Consumers no longer asked "Do we need a car?" but "What car shall we have?" This well-illustrated history analyzes how both domestic car manufacturers and importers advertised their products in this growing market, identifying trends and themes. Over 180 advertisement illustrations are included.