Capri (1969 to 1974)

The Ford Capri nameplate has experienced a dramatic reinvention in the 2026 Australian market, now spanning three distinct eras of automotive culture. For the classic purist, the Mk1 (1969–1974) remains the ultimate prize, with market values for a well-maintained V6 GT typically ranging from $55,000 to $95,000 AUD, while the ultra-rare RS3100 can eclipse $150,000 among serious collectors. In contrast, the Australian-built SA/SC convertible (1989–1994) serves as an entry-level classic, with prices for tidy Clubsprint Turbos sitting between $12,000 and $22,000 AUD, while basic Barchetta models remain affordable at $4,000 to $8,000. The latest addition is the 2026 Ford Capri EV, a Volkswagen-platformed electric SUV that has just arrived in local showrooms with a starting price around $68,000 AUD. The desirability of the Capri is currently split: the 70s coupes are viewed as "blue-chip" muscle car alternatives, whereas the new EV variant is marketed as a nostalgic yet tech-heavy rival to the Tesla Model Y. The buyer pool is equally diverse, consisting of Baby Boomer enthusiasts reliving the "Total Performance" era, Gen X collectors reclaiming the 90s "Niki" and "Capri" youth culture, and a new segment of eco-conscious families drawn to the iconic nameplate's modern SUV reincarnation. Locally, the highest liquidity remains in original, unrestored V6 Mk1s and the final-run 90s Turbos, as these continue to be the most frequently traded assets in the Australian enthusiast circuit.

The Ford Capri nameplate has experienced a dramatic reinvention in the 2026 Australian market, now spanning three distinct eras of automotive culture. For the classic purist, the Mk1 (1969–1974) remains the ultimate prize, with market values for a well-maintained V6 GT typically ranging from $55,000 to $95,000 AUD, while the ultra-rare RS3100 can eclipse $150,000 among serious collectors. In contrast, the Australian-built SA/SC convertible (1989–1994) serves as an entry-level classic, with price… Read more