Ah, see I'm maybe showing my (lack of ) age here - the only Capri I really remember was the Laser...

The Laser (mk3) was available as 1.6 or 2.0l 4. The 2.8i was also available at that time, and quite easily spotted by having 225s on 7J "pepperpot", rather than 185s on 5.5J RS 4-spokes.

But then...i think anyone with a bit of sense would take a Manta 400 over a Capri 280

Yep..

I loved the original Capri and was lucky enough to drive a 3.0 and a 2.8 and also unlucky enough to be in a huge crash (as a passenger) in a 2.0S where we were mistaken for a light aircraft/helicopter as we went though some trees!!!!! They were really quick on a dry smooth road and horrendously good fun in the wet.

The new one looks like a Volvo Mazda RX8 hybrid (those swollen arches in particular) and if Ford want to stand out from the crowd and not just produce another hatchback clone with a pretty body and poorer packaging they should at least make it rear wheel drive. I had forgotten how much fun RWD is until I changed to my current car and though it may not be quicker than a rival FWD, that’s not necessarily the point of entertainment is it.

Come on Ford, dare to be different.

The Laser (mk3) was available as 1.6 or 2.0l 4. The 2.8i was also available at that time, and quite easily spotted by having 225s on 7J "pepperpot", rather than 185s on 5.5J RS 4-spokes.

I bow to your better knowledge - I was only small when they stopped making them...

The Laser (mk3) was available as 1.6 or 2.0l 4. The 2.8i was also available at that time, and quite easily spotted by having 225s on 7J "pepperpot", rather than 185s on 5.5J RS 4-spokes.

I thought the standard 2.8 had 205s? and the Special edition with the smaller diameter wheels had the 225s. only asking:)

Given that this Ford Capri RS3100 - Motorbase was also available as a road car, are you quite certain? Personally, I'd like one of each.

I like the original Capri, the new one looks hideous IMHO.

Actually to disagree with my earlier post, did the original 2.8 have 205s and the Brooklands have 195s (with an LSD:D)

I thought the standard 2.8 had 205s? and the Special edition with the smaller diameter wheels had the 225s. only asking:)

Actually, I think we may both be confusing ourselves (and each other?); on reflection the original 2.8l 4-speed cars had 205s, and it was only the 5-speed cars that had 225s.

Actually, I think we may both be confusing ourselves (and each other?); on reflection the original 2.8l 4-speed cars had 205s, and it was only the 5-speed cars that had 225s.

I thought the pepperpots were 205:thumbup:, so following on the logic………..were the 7 spokes 225s and the Brooklands 195s? I am sure I read the Brookland had 195s:confused:.

Don't know if this is acurate Ford Capri

Don't mind the looks but front wheel drive no thanks. 4x4 version might be ok. Still prefer my old Mk1 facelift with 2 litre ohc and 1600 gearbox/back axle.

I thought the pepperpots were 205:thumbup:, so following on the logic………..were the 7 spokes 225s and the Brooklands 195s? I am sure I read the Brookland had 195s:confused:.

I think Matt's site is pretty accurate, except as you say above (and maybe about the Brooklands; I don't know what tyres they had).

The big question is, will there be a 1.3L version and will the concrete slab required to take a bend in the wet still be on the dealer options list

(proud former owner of a 1978 2.0S and a 1984 2.0S )

I remember being told of someone who managed to spin a mk1 3.0l going uphill in the wet, in top gear.

My uncle used to have a mk3 white laser (don't know the engine size) and that looked the dogs danglies, since then I have always wanted one but fear I will never own one.

I know that now-adays manufactures have to factor in safety for driver/passengers/pedestrians but newer cars just don't have the personality that the older cars had, I think they should leave the older names in the past and start producing new exciting cars which give you that special feeling when you get in to drive that the older cars did.

We've seen it before (Beetle & Mini) I'm sure the newer models are far more functional and safer than the originals and dare I say better in other ways but they will never live upto the name and the expectations of the predecessors. (IMHO)

I'd pretty much agree with that. I'm a long-term Citroeniste, but the last time I was looking for a car I just couldn't find a Citroen I actually wanted to own (between electronnicy gimcrackery, central dashboards, not big enough, and styling that stopped me seeing where I was putting the car).

As regards the tyres (Lady E and Ken) the 2.8i with the pepperpots and the 2.8i Special (half leather recaros and an LSD) with the seven spokes had 205s on a 13" rim , wheras the Brooky had 195s on a 15" rim (and an LSD as well)

No contest for me BTW, the old one every time

This :(

Or one of these!

If they bring out a Capri it has to have rear wheel drive and NOT look like a Volvo..........

Needs a big bulge in the bonnet as well

more sh1te from the blue oval

Seen a lime green MK1 around locally recently......

Looks more like a Plymouth Duster but would still have it.

I know that now-adays manufactures have to factor in safety for driver/passengers/pedestrians but newer cars just don't have the personality that the older cars had, I think they should leave the older names in the past and start producing new exciting cars which give you that special feeling when you get in to drive that the older cars did.

We've seen it before (Beetle & Mini) I'm sure the newer models are far more functional and safer than the originals and dare I say better in other ways but they will never live upto the name and the expectations of the predecessors. (IMHO)

By pretty much any measurable factor you apply, today's Mini, Beetle or Fiat 500 is better than the original with the exception of one - weight. But I'm sure they are all nicer to drive, safer, faster and more reliable etc. than their forebears.

So on that basis, I think Ford should do a proper revival of the Capri keeping similar proportions (loooooong bulging bonnet) and key detailing (twin headlamps + fishnet Recaros + lurid interior trim ) and forget this C30/Hyundai/Scirocco demented love child :thumbdwn:.

They should keep the Capri name sacred and, following their recent naming scheme, I suggest they use i-Max for this or better still, Max-i - now there's a name to conjure up thoughts from the 'hey day' of British car manufacturing

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Aint' no way that will make it over the speed humps round 'ere lyke...