1987 Ford Capri 280 Brooklands (Turbo Technics)

Many will have heard of Turbo Technics. They are a world leader in all aspects of turbochargers and turbocharging. Founded in 1981 at the beginning of the turbo car era, they have applied their technology to a wide variety of machinery, not least many Ford cars.

Their products are manufactured in-house, thus ensuring optimum product quality. In fact, we would go so far to say that they set the industry standard.

Our Capri Brooklands rolled down the production line in 1987 and was no doubt enjoyed by its original owner for a couple of years.

Come 1989, the owner must have decided that more power was needed, and the car was therefore entrusted to Turbo Technics who fitted one of their tried and tested F26 systems.

Power increased to around 200bhp, and the Capri was now an even more accomplished sprinter, able to reach the benchmark 60mph from rest in around 6.5 seconds. Top speed for the brave was up to 143mph.

Our car has been part of an extensive collection of high-end Ford cars which have remained in dry storage for the last six years. The collection is now being streamlined and we are delighted to be able to offer possibly the pick of the bunch for sale.

The green paintwork positively sparkles and immediately identifies that this is a Capri Brooklands. Imperfections are few and far between. We note a small dent under the driver’s side headlight and on the front offside corner, the bumper rubber is marked.

Note the tilt/slide steel sunroof which works as it should, ideal for a little wind in the hair motoring.

The smart alloy wheels have stood the test of time well, the rears boasting Goodyear Eagle premium rubber. Fronts are a lesser-known brand which we would be inclined to change.

Shut lines are good and all the period stickers appear to be present and correct. Note the Turbo Technics badge on the rear, a small sign as to what a special car this is.

Our car boasts the full leather interior and yes, those Recaro sports seats are as comfortable as they look. Gently patinated, they show the car’s history. We would be inclined to feed and treat them regularly as they are clearly drying out in places. There is a small split in one bolster, which can be seen in our pictures.

Headlining, door cards, and dashboard all look fine. Carpets and mats would undoubtedly benefit from a steam clean, but this is an easy DIY task.

The boot does bear the scars of luggage moving around, not unexpected really. Under the boot floor sits a proper alloy spare wheel and modest tool kit.

Reassuringly the rear parcel shelf is intact, so many are modified to fit aftermarket speakers and replacements are hard to find.

A sneaky peak under the bonnet reveals that powerful 2.8-litre six-cylinder engine and of course that fire breathing turbocharger.

It does not take an eagle eye to spot the aftermarket strut brace, which should help give the car extra stiffness when pressing on. There are some colourful hoses too!

The sound deadening material on the bonnet’s underside has seen better days and the fastidious may want to order a replacement. There are also signs of corrosion that should be dealt with – nothing serious we suspect, more a gentle Sunday afternoon task with a little rust cure and paint.

The car’s underside looks impressively sound with plenty of underseal, though we would be tempted to add some more, especially if the car is going to be used all year round.

As the car has spent some years in storage, the last MoT was carried out back in 2014. We note from MoT records that between 2010 and now the car has covered less than 6,000 miles. There is a collection of old certificates too.

The last invoice of note stems from 2014 and shows work carried out to the exhaust manifold and turbocharger.

We are told the cars drives well, has plenty of power and the five-speed gearbox shifts well.

No doubt the new owner will want to carry out a full service and change all the fluids.

“The Ford Capri, the car you always promised yourself”, went the advert.

Well maybe now is that time. The 280 Brooklands Capri is undoubtedly the one to have and to have one with added oomph from a turbocharger will just add not only to the driving pleasure, but also the car’s exclusivity.

With a few small details attended to, this low mileage Capri is likely to become one of the very best around.

So, how much for all this Ford loveliness? We estimate the car will sell for between £28,000 and £34,000.

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