1973 Ford Capri

Estimated Price: £24,000 - £28,000

The Mk1 Capri debuted in 1969, perfectly judged for the times, offering a slice of glamour in an era when a rakish two-door was still a progressive choice

The 2000cc V4 GT XLR is the rarest of them all (certainly, if we discount the RS models) - the ‘Essex’ V4 in 2.0-litre guise; the 2000GT XLR was the top of the range in mid-1970 and cost £1,310

This special engine was offered in the UK only briefly (before being superseded as the 2.0-litre option by the more conventional Pinto for the Mk2 Capri)

An intriguing unit and entirely different from the ‘Cologne’ V4 offered to German Ford customers; rated at 93bhp and with 104lb ft of torque, it gives the Capri a distinctive tone and lively performance. Further adding to the rarity of this example, it comes in range-topping XLR trim on top of the 2000GT specification

The ‘X’ component of the XLR trim provides reclining front seats, separately contoured rears with a folding armrest, dipping mirror and an extra interior lamp, to which the ‘R’ (only available on GT models) adds a leather steering wheel rim and a map reading light

This Sapphire Blue Capri is a fully restored, Concours-winning example, owned (since 2006) by a genuine and knowledgeable Ford enthusiast

Imported to Ireland from the UK (reg: GLR 794L) in 2003 with c55,000 miles, now with c64,000 miles, the mileage is supported by a plethora of old MOT certificates

Restored between 2008-2010 to the highest of standards