Ford Capri 116E
Overview
| Produced: |
1962-1964, 7573 produced. |
|---|---|
| Types: |
Coupe,2 doors,2 seats |
Ford attempted to revive its struggling Capri and Classic range with a facelift and new engine just one year after the models introduction. Both cars had been criticised for their lack of power and the transatlantic styling cues. Unfortunately the cost of tooling changes prevented Ford from modifying the styling, so a new engine was intended to cure the problems.
The 116E used a new five bearing engine, borrowed from the Cortina Super, which had a larger capacity of 1498cc (1500). A change of model name completed the image changes the Capri was now the Capri GT (116E). Despite the extra performance, Ford's attempts at revival were not enough to save it and so the range was discontinued at the end of 1963.
Source: Motorbase
Engines
| Capacity | Config | Model | Bore/Stroke | CR |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1498cc | S4 OHV | Ford Cortina 113E/118E engine | 80.96mm x 72.75mm |
Performance
| Top Speed | 0-60 | SQM | MPG | Engine Pwr | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 97 mph | 13.7 s | 78 bhp 5200 |
Brakes
| Front | Rear | Comment |
|---|---|---|
| Disc | Drum |
Auction Sales History
| Lot Num |
Description | Auctioneer | Date | Hammer Price | Hammer Price (inc premium) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 239 | Ford Capri 1500 (1963) | RTS Auctions Ltd | 23 Nov 1997 | £1300.00 | - |
| 011 | Ford Capri Classic (1963) | H&H Sales Limited | 23 Nov 1995 | Not sold | |
Books
| ISBN | Title | Publisher | Buy this book |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1870642988 | High Performance Capris Gold Portfolio 1969-87 | Brooklands Books |
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Magazine Articles
| Title | Pages | Options | ||
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| Article |
Buying Guide - 1969-1987 Ford Capri |
98 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars April 2005 | |||
| Buying Guide - 1969-1987 Ford Capri - The car you’ve always promised yourself still offers performance and style at a bargain price, but spares are vanishing, so check carefully to buy the best. | ||||
| Article |
Our Cars |
38 |
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| Publication | Classic Cars September 2003 | |||
| Our Cars - 1977 Porsche 911 Carrera 3.0-Litre-Phil Bell. 1985 Fiat 124 Spider-Ben Field. 1972 Fiat 130 Saloon-Martin Buckley. 1969 Triumph Vitesse, 1967 Jaguar 420-Malcolm McKay. | ||||
| Article |
Buyer Datafile: Ford Consul Classic and Capri 1961-1964 |
126 |
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| Publication | Practical Classics September 2003 | |||
| Buyer Datafile: Ford Consul Classic and Capri 1961-1964 - These daring designs weren't admired in the Sixties. But now? | ||||
| Article |
Thinking of Buying ... ...A Ford Capri |
66 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart December 2004 | |||
| Thinking of Buying... ...A Ford Capri - Is this really ’The Car You’ve Always Promised Yourself’ as Ford suggested? Ted Purcell, a man above temptation, takes a look at the perils of that Capri trip. | ||||
| Article |
Starter Classic - Ford Capri |
182 |
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| Publication | Classic & Sports Car October 2004 | |||
| Starter Classic - Ford Capri - The ’car you always promised yourself' is now an affordable first classic, explains Malcolm McKay. | ||||
| Article |
Marque Five 1960s Fords |
71 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart June 2004 | |||
| Marque Five 1960s Fords - When it comes to economical, period, family motoring, they don't come much more classic or usable that a Ford from the early Sixties, insists Paul Guinness. Ford Anglia 105E, Ford Cortina Mk1, Ford Zephyr, Ford Zodiac, Ford Classic & Capri, Ford Corsair. | ||||
| Article |
Buying Power - Ford Consul Classic/Capri |
22 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 21st April 2004 | |||
| Buying Power - Ford Consul Classic/Capri - A commercial failure when new, but well loved now, RUSS SMITH takes a look at Ford's weirdest Sixties styling duo. | ||||
| Article |
Classic Car Mart May 2003 pg 8 |
8 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Mart May 2003 | |||
| Ford Capri Mk1. It started a whole new motoring trend, with exoctic styling and simple engineering. Paul Guinness drives a smart car. | ||||
| Article |
Classic Ford March 2003 pg 8 |
8 |
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| Publication | Classic Ford March 2003 | |||
| MKI Capri 3-Litre GT. Yellow Fever. A chance encounter at the lights and Lee Carter was struck down with a serious motoring affliction. The cure? Bagging the smartest Capri in Essex. | ||||
| Article |
Classic Car Weekly 19 September 2001 pg 8 |
8 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 19 September 2001 | |||
| Buying Power. Ford Capri Mk I. Sleek, fun and affordable, many a boy racer jumped on the Capri bandwagon, now the car has achieved classic status it is attracting a different kind of following, says Ben Field. | ||||
| Article |
Classics September 2001 pg 16 |
16 |
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| Publication | Classics September 2001 | |||
| A couple set out to prove the MOT tester wrong by restoring this Capri Mk1. David Bowers tells a tale of bodybuilding | ||||
| Article |
Classic Car Weekly 14 March 2001 pg 14 |
14 |
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| Publication | Classic Car Weekly 14 March 2001 | |||
| Buying Power. Super coupe. The Capri was a stylish coupe when new and is a practical classic today, but it pays to buy wisely. Richard Gunn points out what to check on a MkIII. | ||||
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