The launch of the Ford Capri in 1969 introduced a sleek and sporty car into the UK market. It was claimed that the Capri had a spacious rear seat ensuring enough room for two adults as well as offering Custom Plans allowing customers to personalize their Ford.
“The car you always promised yourself” – the Ford Capri – was re-launched in 1968 after the original Capri 109E, 116E and GT models sold well in the early 60s. The new Capri featured a long bonnet and Ford Mustang-like styling with a range of extras to choose from. These included chrome wheel trims, reclining seats and a map reading light. The Ford Capri impressed customers and sold nearly two million units in Europe in only five years.
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Well, is it what you’ve promised yourself? Car, 1969. |
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Ford Capri ad, 1969. |
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Ford Capri Mk1 ad, 1969. |
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Capri 2 + 2 – “We were going to call the new Capri a 2+2. But there’s too much room in the back.” No there wasn’t. |
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We’ll sell you your own car. |
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Capri. The first sexy European under $2300. A very precise sum to equate with sexiness of Europeans. |
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Germany Ford Capri 1300 XL, 1969. |
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South African Ford Capri ad, 1969. |
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Ford Capri 3000 GT Advert from ‘Autocar’ magazine, 9 October 1969. |
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France Ford Capri ad, 1970. |
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Ford Capri Vista Orange Special Advert 1971 The first Special Edition, the Vista Orange Special, 2000 GT. |
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Great New Accessories, 1971. |
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Ford Capri ad, 1971. |
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Ford Capri MK1, 1971. |
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Dunlop Formula 70 ad, 1972. |
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Dupli color advert from 1972. |
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Ford Capri ad, 1972. |
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Mercury Capri Sport Coupe, 1973. |
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Mercury Capri II "S", 1977. |
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