1971 Mercury Capri 2000: A Complete German-Built Ford Project

Ford-Werke in Cologne, Germany, assembled the 1971 Mercury Capri 2000, and this early example has surfaced as a project car that is said to remain complete. That matters because first-generation Capri restorations often stall when trim, brackets, and other small parts go missing over the decades. According to the seller, this car still has those pieces.

It rolled out of the factory finished in Sapphire Blue Poly. Beyond that factory color and its German production origin, the listing offers few additional details about the car’s condition or history, so anyone interested will need to examine it directly and ask the seller for specifics.

For enthusiasts of captive imports and European Fords, a complete early Capri is an appealing starting point. The 2000 badge points to the four-cylinder version, a model that helped establish the Capri as a sporty alternative in the US market. This one appears best suited to a buyer who wants a solid base rather than a finished car.