24th July 2025: Upon further inspection and removal of the front wings, substantially more rust was found which was concealed by sealer, filler and covered with fibre glass.

Passenger and driver side require new wings. Repairs also needed to bulkhead closing panel, sill, and A post. The light bowls needs completely re-fabricated. Front valance needs minor repairs and good portion off the driver side needs fabrication. The driver side inner wing is substantially damaged and requires strut top strengthener and side brace removed to repair damage.

15th August 2025: Two new front wings have been fitted. Both light bowls have been repaired and rebuilt along with front valance repairs. Inner wing repair has been completed.

1st October 2025: The doors were stripped out along with the remaining parts in the engine bay. The lights and wipers were also removed. The next stage was to remove the paint on the wings and to grind out any rust on the front panel. Repairs were then started on the left door. Finally, the filler and bare metal work were completed and the high build primer was applied.

10th October 2025: The final coat of primer has been applied to the front end of the car, wings, and doors, so all are now ready for final paint.

> More updates to follow.

The Ford Capri 2.8 Injection (2.8i) was one of the final and most iconic versions of the Capri, a fastback coupe produced by Ford Europe. Introduced in the late 1960s as “the car you always promised yourself,” the Capri aimed to bring American-style muscle car aesthetics and performance to the European market.

By 1981, the Capri was entering its final generation (Mk III), and to maintain interest, Ford launched the high-performance 2.8 Injection model. Instead of the older 3.0L Essex V6, the 2.8i featured a more modern 2.8-litre Cologne V6 engine with Bosch K-Jetronic fuel injection, boosting power to 160 bhp and improving both performance and efficiency.

Key performance features included:

• 0–60 mph in around 7.9 seconds
• Top speed of about 130 mph
• Upgraded suspension and brakes
• 5-speed manual gearbox (Type 9)
• Limited-slip differential on later models (2.8i Special)

The 1987 model year marked one of the final years of Capri production. By this point, the car was sold only in select European markets, with the UK being the primary one. The 2.8i Special was the last and most refined version, featuring:

• Half-leather Recaro seats
• 7-spoke RS alloy wheels
• Colour-coded grille and bumpers
• Rear disc brakes (on the Special)

Production of the Capri ended in December 1986, but many cars were first registered in 1987, making them among the last examples on the road.

The 1987 Ford Capri 2.8i remains a classic, beloved for its blend of old-school charm, performance, and rear-wheel-drive dynamics. Today, it holds a strong following among enthusiasts and collectors, particularly in the UK.