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Title: I'm new!! Here's my 91 Capri I bought off Craigslist for $1000
Post by: randyshear on May 30, 2009, 08:27:00 PM
Here is my 91 Capri.. Got her off Craigslist for $1000. I put a new clutch, pressure plate, pilot bearing, release bearing, axles, rear main seal, tranny seals, cone air filter w/ adaptor plate, 17" rims, new top, timing belt, water pump, idler, tensioner, plugs, wires, cap & rotor, CD player, interior kit, front struts, tie rods, ball joints, and sway bar bushings.. I think that's it.. LOL.. Did it all myself in my driveway.. Timing belt & suspension was a breeze.. Clutch... OUCH!!! Never done a harder one in all my years of wrenching!! Anyway, here's the pics.. I also have the stock 16 hole rims for sale, all 4 with like new Bridgestone Potenza tires..
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Now here's the factory tires & rims for sale..
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Title: I'm new!! Here's my 91 Capri I bought off Craigslist for $1000
Post by: Heavensheros on May 30, 2009, 08:35:00 PM
Very nice i like the rims!!

If you need a door pull i have one for cheap!
Title: I'm new!! Here's my 91 Capri I bought off Craigslist for $1000
Post by: yen on May 31, 2009, 01:42:00 AM
Nice pull handles!
Title: I'm new!! Here's my 91 Capri I bought off Craigslist for $1000
Post by: Gostlrs on May 31, 2009, 05:49:00 AM
looks clean...well except the door handles...i got mine off craigslist for 1G too but i got a XR2
Title: I'm new!! Here's my 91 Capri I bought off Craigslist for $1000
Post by: rcicustoms on May 31, 2009, 06:16:00 AM
nice looks just like mine did.....
 but mines also xr2.. check out my car domain link in my signature to check it out
Title: I'm new!! Here's my 91 Capri I bought off Craigslist for $1000
Post by: Gus Kelley on May 31, 2009, 05:55:00 PM
Hey Randy!  Welcome aboard! Sounds like you've cut a few teeth on the capris already. You should be able to respond to a lot of others questions down the road. Look forward to your active participation in the forum.  Gus
Title: I'm new!! Here's my 91 Capri I bought off Craigslist for $1000
Post by: randyshear on May 31, 2009, 09:09:00 PM
Thank you Gus. It seems you are the man around here.. LOL.. Yeah, I have been wrenching on cars since I was 13 (1993), so I definately know what I'm doing.. These capris' are pretty simple, with the exception of pulling an auto or manual tranny.. I've done both.. I'd be glad to help in any way I can, and hope to attend next years show.. I am selling my capri tomorrow for $2K and buying an XR2 so I can step up with you guys.. LOL.. Always wanted one.. Anyway, thanks for the welcome, and I've spent hours reading threads on here to get as much info as I can on thse little cars.. Hope I can be of some assistance!
Title: I'm new!! Here's my 91 Capri I bought off Craigslist for $1000
Post by: drbob on June 01, 2009, 02:31:00 AM
You will have to come to this years Capri Gathering.
Title: I'm new!! Here's my 91 Capri I bought off Craigslist for $1000
Post by: randyshear on June 01, 2009, 12:17:00 PM
Well I want to.. But I sold my Capri today..  :(  I'm going to miss it.. Anyone have a running XR2 for sale? PM or email me randyshear@yahoo.com with pics and prices...
Title: I'm new!! Here's my 91 Capri I bought off Craigslist for $1000
Post by: Gus Kelley on June 01, 2009, 12:53:00 PM
Hey Randy!  If you're into a little performance then you did the right thing. You've your nice Capri to someone who we hope will love her and you're gonna step up to something that might get you into trouble. Have fun. I don't to many Capris in okie-vill but keep looking and if I see something I'm sure to let you know.  Gus
Title: I'm new!! Here's my 91 Capri I bought off Craigslist for $1000
Post by: Heavensheros on June 01, 2009, 12:58:00 PM
did you keep the rims and what not from your capri to put on the new XR2 ?
Title: I'm new!! Here's my 91 Capri I bought off Craigslist for $1000
Post by: Gostlrs on June 01, 2009, 01:08:00 PM
phoenix

http://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/cto/1175377536.html (http://phoenix.craigslist.org/nph/cto/1175377536.html)
Title: I'm new!! Here's my 91 Capri I bought off Craigslist for $1000
Post by: randyshear on June 01, 2009, 03:03:00 PM
I did keep the rims, although I have them for sale on oklahomacity craigslsit for $400.. They are pretty nice.. I have found a coupe XR2s on CL. One in Ohio for $900 needing a CV axle (45 min job tops), and one in MO for $900 needing an alternator.. I'm going to call about both tomorrow and try to head out later this week or early next week.. Trying to keep it at $1000 - $1400 so I have a few extra $$$s to spend on it..
Title: I'm new!! Here's my 91 Capri I bought off Craigslist for $1000
Post by: Gus Kelley on June 01, 2009, 07:19:00 PM
Hey Randy!  Good Luck and I'll look for you.  Gus
Title: I'm new!! Here's my 91 Capri I bought off Craigslist for $1000
Post by: randyshear on June 01, 2009, 07:43:00 PM
Thanks Gus. I'm leaning towards the one in Kansas City, MO.. It has a newer top, new tires, regular oil changes.. Just needs an alternator.. Only draw back is it's pushing 200k mi.. But it is 350 miles away. Compared to driving to Columbus, OH.. LOL.. I'm going to call him / her in the morning to get more info on timing belt / clutch replacements, and the body / paint condition.. I'll let you all know.. I'm ready to head out tomorrow afternoon..  (http://smile.gif)
Title: I'm new!! Here's my 91 Capri I bought off Craigslist for $1000
Post by: Gus Kelley on June 01, 2009, 09:06:00 PM
Hey Randy! Check compression on motor and drive it to pay attention to trans bearings. Everything else is easily repairable.  Gus
Title: I'm new!! Here's my 91 Capri I bought off Craigslist for $1000
Post by: randyshear on June 02, 2009, 02:08:00 PM
LOOK!!! I just found a 93 white capri with hard top N/A 5spd for $1100.. She doesn't know it's a convertible..  (http://smile.gif)  YAY!! I'll sell this one for $2K this weekend! Here's the link with pics! http://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/cto/1202331499.html (http://oklahomacity.craigslist.org/cto/1202331499.html)
Title: I'm new!! Here's my 91 Capri I bought off Craigslist for $1000
Post by: CapriTypeR on June 03, 2009, 03:40:00 AM
Nice job! It's always good to get these cars cheap! I just picked up a 94 with 96K miles, a solid body, and only minor cosmetic issues, for $250! The car runs great, and I couldn't pass it up. Now I have to decide if I'm going to bring it to the MACG, or sell it on eBay..............

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--Russ
Title: I'm new!! Here's my 91 Capri I bought off Craigslist for $1000
Post by: randyshear on June 03, 2009, 06:40:00 AM
I wish I could find a 94 for that cheap.. Looks like all she needs is a new coat of paint.. Sweet.. I love the 94s.. Nice car!
Title: I'm new!! Here's my 91 Capri I bought off Craigslist for $1000
Post by: Gus Kelley on June 03, 2009, 08:43:00 AM
Hey Russ! I recognize that yeller truck anywhere. Great buy, but you've never been accused of anything but. I recently threw you name out on another forum to a bunch of Aussies.  Gus
Title: I'm new!! Here's my 91 Capri I bought off Craigslist for $1000
Post by: CapriTypeR on June 03, 2009, 03:31:00 PM
Gus-
To quote one of my favorite movies, that truck "Sticks Out Like A Turd In A Punchbowl!!" (all right guys-which movie???)

I need another Capri, at the moment, like I need a hole in the head! But, at $250, you can't pass it up!  It'll get cleaned up, buffed, a couple of interior pieces replaced, and then put up on eBay. I'm hoping for $1200+

--Russ
Title: I'm new!! Here's my 91 Capri I bought off Craigslist for $1000
Post by: Gus Kelley on June 03, 2009, 04:19:00 PM
Hey Russ!  Good Deal!  Gus
Title: I'm new!! Here's my 91 Capri I bought off Craigslist for $1000
Post by: Gostlrs on June 03, 2009, 04:34:00 PM
damn selling it..so no speedo cable for me..LOL
Title: I'm new!! Here's my 91 Capri I bought off Craigslist for $1000
Post by: CapriTypeR on June 03, 2009, 04:42:00 PM
Gostlrs-
I really thought about parting it out, but as it runs so good, it would be a shame to do so!  I have a couple of "sources", and am going to call them tomorrow to see if they have a speedo cable for you!

--Russ
Title: I'm new!! Here's my 91 Capri I bought off Craigslist for $1000
Post by: Gostlrs on June 03, 2009, 05:24:00 PM
cool