Okay, so, I’ve been messing around with this Ford Capri race car project, and let me tell you, it’s been a wild ride. I wanted to share what I’ve been up to, from start to, well, where I’m at now. It’s not quite finished, but hey, that’s part of the fun, right?
Getting Started
First off, I found this old Capri model. It was pretty beat up, but I saw potential. I mean, who doesn’t love a classic, right? The body was rough, some rust spots, the usual deal with an old car. So, the first thing I did was strip it down. I’m talking everything – seats, interior panels, all of it. Got it down to the bare bones.
The Dirty Work
- Sanding: Oh boy, the sanding. Days and days of sanding. I removed all the old paint and got it down to bare metal. My arms were killing me, but it was worth it. Smooth as a baby’s bottom, I tell ya.
- Rust Repair: Then came the rust. There were a few nasty spots, especially around the wheel wells. I cut out the bad sections and welded in new metal. Not my best welding work, I’ll admit, but it’s solid.
- Body Filler: After the welding, I used body filler to smooth everything out. More sanding followed, of course. It’s all about getting those lines perfect.
Making it Pretty (and Fast)
Once the bodywork was sorted, it was time for paint. I went with a classic racing blue – seemed fitting for a Capri race car. I sprayed it myself in my garage. Not a professional setup, but it turned out pretty good! A few coats of clear coat on top for extra shine and protection.
Then came the fun part – the engine. The engine itself, needed some love. Cleaned everything. After that, I bolted all this stuff back onto the car. It’s starting to look like a real race car now!
Still To Do
I Added those racing stripes – gotta have stripes! And a big spoiler on the back. I also install new suspension, It is much better.
It’s been a lot of work, but seeing this Capri come back to life is super rewarding. I will share the process when I have time, sharing what I have learned!
