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The Capri II was introduced in North America in late 1975 as a 1976 model. Differing from the Capri II introduced in Great Britain some time before, it came with the quad headlights as other US Federalized versions instead of single rectangular units.. It was based on the same chassis as the Capri, but with slightly wider rear track.
There were several special aftermarket bodykits and conversions sold by separate companies, including Rokstock.
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Press Release copy: The 1976 Capri II is available in a sporty new black and gold "S" option (top), which features functional improvements as well as racy new styling touches. In addition to it's distinctive chromeless all-black exterior with gold tape accents adn gold-painted styled-steel wheels, the "S" has a new handling package for better road stability. Capri II still is offered in three other versions – standard, standard with decor option and Ghia. The rear third door gives Capri II functional practicality as well as style. With rear seats folded down, 22.6 cubic fee of cargo space provide (sp) extra luggage capacity. |
| Ford press photos - UK: 1976 Capri II Release Thursday, October 2, 1975 |
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Press Release copy: The 1976 Capri II is available in a sporty new black and gold "S" option (top), which features functional improvements as well as racy new styling touches. In addition to it's distinctive chromeless all-black exterior with gold tape accents adn gold-painted styled-steel wheels, the "S" has a new handling package for better road stability. Capri II still is offered in three other versions – standard, standard with decor option and Ghia. The rear third door gives Capri II functional practicality as well as style. With rear seats folded down, 22.6 cubic fee of cargo space provide (sp) extra luggage capacity. |
| Ford press photos - UK: 1976 Capri II Release Thursday, October 2, 1975 |
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Press Release copy: Capri II's higly praised design – which comgines practical size, versatile cargo/passenger space, responsive handling and excellent fuel economy – remains essentially unchanged. A 2.3-liter, four-cylinder engine and four-speed, manual transmission are standard. An automatic transmission and smooth-running, 2.8-liter V-6 engine are optional. Other standard features include power front disc/rear drum brakes, solid-state ignition, rack-and-pinion steering and full performance instrumentation. Capri II will be available in base and Ghia models and can be enhanced by an "S" option, which includes a black, gold-accented exterior and blacked-out interior accents. |
| Ford Press photo: Capri II Release Tuesday September 21, 1976 |
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| Capri II Dutch Brochure |
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| Capri II Dutch Brochure |
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This is a picture of my Capri II shortly after purchase in Seattle in 2002 for the sum of $1,000. I was on an extended business trip from Texas...instead of renting a car for two months, I purchased the Capri. It paid for itself and then I drove it home, saving airfare for two and having a fun-filled weeklong road trip with my 12 year old son. |
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This is my third Capri, my first Mk II, purchased in Seattle in 2002. Flat black hood was the result of phone deal with previous owner to exchange bent original hood with red hood from a parts car...when I got there to pick it up, he had it off and had one coat of black on there, saying he just couldn't bare to see the Capri leave with that red hood. |
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A few of design issues I wish to address with the Capri II: Shortened
bumper idea....trim bumper along little crease in cover... I have found that the cheap plastic side marker light units can be replaced with a minor amount of modification with earlier chrome metal pieces. |
Ok. When I get in my Capri II, I feel 70's, not futuristic 70's. Gone for now is the stock 2 spoke wheel and slick shift knob in favor of earlier period items. This surely will pass when I get another late 60s, early 70s Muscle Car.
The
power bulge is just asking for something.
I found that a 70s Trans Am shaker could be a pretty good fit.
Actually a 70s Hemi Cuda shaker scoop looks like it might well be better.
Ford products?early 63 Tbird? 70-71 Torino GT?
Here's a look at how a Trans Am Shaker might look like grafted onto a MkII.
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