Greatest road tests ever: Ford Capri 2000 GT
The 2000 GT easily outperformed the 83bhp 1600 GT four-pot model through the gears, and also returned better economy above 50mph. Servoed brakes worked well initially but suffered fade with repeated use.
Despite a live rear axle, the rear-drive Capri handled tidily, with gentle understeer in normal driving, throttle-adjustable cornering and lift-off oversteer that only became a handful in extremis. The rack and pinion steering lacked feel and self-centring, though, hampering high-speed stability. Road noise was low, but there was some thumping over joints and an annoying exhaust resonance at 2800rpm.
The otherwise comfy front seats lacked lateral support and myriad switchgear was confusing, while the rear cabin was rather tight to accommodate adults. But overall we found the Capri fast, safe, comfortable and affordable.Unrefined engine, steering, exhaust resonance
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