Ford Capri in mint condition with incredibly low mileage for sale for an exorbitant sum – despite being 40 years old

A PRISTINE Ford Capri with incredibly low mileage has gone up for sale for an exorbitant sum – despite being almost 40 years old.

The car is an ultra-limited edition version built as “the last in a famous line.”

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Introduced in the mid-80s, the Capri 280 was the final variant of the iconic model to leave the factory.

The model is often called the Brooklands Capri due to the unique shade of green it was painted in.

Only 1,038 were made, of which this is number 971.

It was first registered in 1987 and sold after just six months to Mr Chris Powell, who kept it until his death in 2013.

An instant classic the moment it rolled off the Ford production line

At that time, it was passed on to his best friend who “kept it in a state of conservation”, according to the listing on the website. Car and Classic.

And he preserved it, as the Capri has covered just 6,214 miles in the 37 years since it hit the road.

To put it into perspective, that equates to a staggering average of less than 170 miles per year.

The engine is still painted in its original color and has apparently spent the last four decades without a scratch.

Photos of the interior suggest it is in perfect condition, with the black leather trim completely impeccable.

Overall, the car appears to be showroom ready.

Thanks to being “carefully garaged” for years, it has been expertly maintained with premium products and still starts like new.

The listing adds: “The last in a famous line, a Ford Capri 280 Brooklands built 971 with 6,214 miles.

“An instant classic the moment it rolled off the Ford production line, this limited edition Capri 280 is finished in the only color available, Brooklands Green Metallic.

“Supplied by collectors, the limited edition Capri 280 is the most difficult car to locate in original condition.

“The condition of the car today is impressive and JF Classic Cars has embarked on a full recommissioning program using only genuine Ford service items, ready for the next owner to enjoy and treasure.”

However, all this perfection comes at a price, with a staggering £69,995 listed.

It comes after another Capri went even higher after “never seeing the rain” thanks to a 19-year stint in a garage.

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