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The Ford Capri, sporting a "muscle car" image due to its styling and marketing, has become a cult classic in the UK, with parts and accessories easily accessible, and a high number of owners clubs across the United Kingdom. Not only was the Ford Capri styled in an aggressive manner, the muscle car image was reinforced by a number of lucrative roles on the TV screen, staring in The Professionals, Brannigan and Minder. With the car performing stunts, full throttle speeds, and being portrayed as a fast, sporty and bravado car on millions of peoples television screens, the marketing line "The car you always promised yourself" all contributed to a high demand for the Capri.

Originally know as the "Colt" during the development stages, the car name had to be changed due to trademark infringements with Mitsibushi already holding the trademark, the car was named the "Capri". The name originates from an earlier Ford model, the Ford Consul Capri 335, an unsuccessful model previously released. The original mark I model was released in 1969 and was intended to live up to its American counterpart, the Mustang, which had seen a great run in the United States, hence the campaign to portray the Ford Capri as a bravado muscle car. The first range produced in the Dagenham Ford factory included 1300cc and 16l engine variations, sharing mechanical features of the Cortina therefore being an affordable sporty car for the masses. More powerful variations were also produced, with the Ford Capri 3000GT producing close to 140hp, and later the introduction of the RS2600 in the early seventies.

A year after the release of the RS2600 saw the production of the new Mark I Capri, sporting some changes such as a new engine, headlamps and greater comfort. A year later also saw the introduction of the RS3100, a larger capacity version of the already powerful RS2600, with only 100 produced. After a successful run of the Mark I, selling 1,200,000, the Mark II was introduced to the marketplace. The Mark II was a more practical car in comparison, with the 1973 oil problem having a direct affect on the motor industry. A less lengthy bonnet, and the hatchback design made the Mark II Capri more practical for the average motorist. The classic bravado image of the Capri was still very much alive with the introduction of the John Player special. The 3 litre S and Ghia replaced the 3 litre GT in the mid seventies, due to lowering sales. Whilst the Mark III Capri offered no different engine variations from the Mark II, the Mark III did sport the new classic headlamps from the RS2000, plus other changes.

New racing parts and accessories were made available for the Capri in the UK, and 1981 saw the introduction of the Capri 2.8 litre injection, replacing the 2 and 3 litre variations of the Capri. These introductions also saw Ford focusing mainly on the UK market due to rapid declining sales across the world for the Ford Capri. The reducing sales saw the Capri only sold in the UK at the end of the production of the Fiord Capri, with the UK still demanding the cult classic. The Ford Capri had sold close to 2,000,000 models worldwide when production finally ceased.

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06 Ford Mustang

The 2006 Ford Mustang is one of the most impressive pony cars ever produced, with the smoothest handling and most powerful engine the model has ever had. The new design is actually more reminiscent of the original 'Stang than any modern car. Owners will be pleased with the upgraded suspension tuning making the car handle very nimbly while still being able to steer through corners with the powerful V8 engine propelling it. One of the factors that make this model car so popular is the fact that it gives buyers an opportunity to enter the performance car market without spending large amounts of money.

In 1964 Ford produced the first Mustang and Chevy and Pontiac would be the only manufacturers to try to offer a close competitor. The Chevy Camaro and Pontiac Thunderbird were able to gain a decent amount of market share, but never became as popular as the original pony car. By 2006 the Mustang would be the only one of these 3 cars in production, although the Camaro would come back in a few years.

Trim packages available for the 2006 Ford Mustang models were the V6 deluxe, V6 premium, GT deluxe, GT premium, and Cobra models. V6 deluxe models are actually very nicely equipped as a base model car. They have standard features like 17 inch wheels, bucket seats, CD players, AC, convertible or coupe bodies, and many other optional features. Premium models come with CD Changers, leather upholstery, optional 18 inch wheels, unique suspension tuning, ABS, traction control, fog lamps and a specially accented interior and exterior trim. A pony package is also available on V6 deluxe models offering most of the same luxuries as the premium package. GT models are very similar in standard and available features as V6 for deluxe and premium models. Cobra cars are made with turbocharged engines and a different body style accents and colors.

The engines offered for the 2006 Ford Mustang include the 4.0 liter V6 engine that produces 210 horsepower and 240 pound feet of torque. The V6 comes with a standard five speed manual transmission with a 5 speed automatic as optional equipment. The GT models come with a 4.6 liter V8 that produced 300 horsepower. The performance package comes with a V8 engine that produces 315 horsepower.

The Mustang is a very safe vehicle. Most crash tests have given the 2006 Mustang a rating of perfect or near perfect for both front and side impact tests. Compared with other cars of similar dimensions the Mustang is one of the safest cars on the market. The solid body construction has a lot to do with that.

With a solid rear axle, the car is still a little stiff compared to other performance models. The newly tweaked front suspension actually improves ride quality dramatically, despite the awkward rear construction. Consumers will find that the vehicle handles very nimbly for a vehicle that is propelled by two very large engines. The Camaro of recent years is a little lighter than the Mustang but doesn't feel as solid in the handling department.

Buyers who want a performance car without spending ridiculous amounts of money should seriously check out a 2006 Ford Mustang. They offer lots of power, with very solid handling, and one of the best safety ratings of any car on the market.

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Where do i find the block numbers on a 60's ford mustang engine?

I have a 1967 mustang but im not sure what kind of engine it is? When i bought it they werent sure if it was a 302, i have looked at 289 engines and it doesnt look like them, so can please someone help?

I don't think you can tell from the nujmbers, they use the same block, just a different crankshaft and stroke..the dmv vin number will tell you what came in it from the factory..

"The 289 block employed a five-bolt bellhousing bolt pattern from 1963-64 model years only,
numbered C3OE, C3AE, C4OE, C4AE and C4DE. Beginning in the 1965 model year, the 289 had a
six-bolt bellhousing bolt pattern. Six-bolt blocks were numbered beginning C5AE and C6AE. The
289 High Performance block (1963-67) was the same as the 289-2V and 289-4V block with the
exception being wider, heavier main bearing caps. There was no difference in the block whatsoever.

The 302 blocks appeared for the first time late in the 1967 model year as 289 engines with casting
numbers beginning C8AE and C8OE, sporting a “302” in the valley area. It is not uncommon to find
a 302 block that was cast and assembled during the summer of 1967 as a 289ci engine. Though
302 blocks looked virtually identical to the 289 block, the cylinder bores had extended skirts to
handle the 302’s .019-inch longer stroke. This extended cylinder skirt reduced piston slap and
improved stability for quieter operation. "
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