Cassie — 1984 Ford Capri 1.6 Laser

 

 

1984 Ford Capri 1.6 Laser

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Core Specs

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• Engine: 1.6L inline-4 (Pinto)

• Power: 72 bhp @ 5,000 rpm

• Torque: 90 lb-ft @ 3,000 rpm

• Gearbox: 4-speed manual (some fitted 5-speed late)

• Drive: Rear-wheel drive

• 0–60 mph: ~14.0 seconds

• Top speed: ~96 mph

• Curb weight: ~1,090 kg

• Fuel economy: 28–35 mpg

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Dimensions

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• Length: 4440 mm

• Width: 1706 mm

• Height: 1340 mm

• Wheelbase: 2560 mm

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Running Costs

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• VED: Classic (pre-1985) → standard historic rollover in 1 year

• Insurance: Classic policy recommended

• Tyres: 185/70R13

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Clive’s Notes

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• Nickname: Cassie

• Clean example, extremely presentable

• Becoming a desirable affordable classicn

• Attitude for days despite modest power.

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Why She’s In the Fleet

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Your proper 80s cool cruiser. Cassie brings nostalgia, style and character — a car that turns heads everywhere she goes.

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Fun Fact

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Cassie’s black paint and period decals make her look like she’s just rolled out of a 1980s Ford showroom brochure… until you get within about ten feet. Then you’re reminded she’s proudly 40-plus years old and wearing every one of those years like a badge of honour.