1985 Detroit Gran Prix IV Restoration Log and Updates...

[onebad93LX]

Well as most of you know I picked up this sweet GPIV a couple of weeks ago. I have been able to get the car washed and start looking into what all it needs. First thing I did was pull the stock 10-holes wheels and tires. Wheels have horrible oxidation to the clear coat and the tires were dryrouted... I installed some Mesh wheels and called it good, for know. I am going to try and keep the car as much unrestored as possible. I hope to was it out in a couple of weeks to see what paint I can save, and what parts of it will nee repainted, ur at least touched up. I will have to replace the hatch and do some minor 1/4 panel repair. I am also going to try and retrain as much of the stock graphics as possible. Interior will remain untouched. Drivetrain... wil need a good tune up and all fluids changed. Brakes and suspension will also remain stock, except for leaking rear brake line. Here's some updated pics...

http://www.pbase.com/onebad93lx/image/51402604

http://www.pbase.com/onebad93lx/image/51402606

http://www.pbase.com/onebad93lx/image/51402605

[86lx]

Man, i am Jealous. I remember seeing a silver one when I went to watch the practice runs in Detroit in 1985. If it were my car i would do a full blown resto on it. Are the graphics painted on, or decals? either way I would take some good measurements and have them redone. You can get custom vinyl decals pretty cheap these days. Good luck with it!

[negusm]

Wow, thats a nice find.

The graphics can be had for something like $300 from the original company. Go over to the asc board, the head of the Motorsport Capri registry went to the original graphics company and they still have them all.

If it were me, I would grab a set while they are still available.

With only 30 made, it is good to see another one being looked after.

-Mike

[onebad93LX]

Wow, thats a nice find.

The graphics can be had for something like $300 from the original company. Go over to the asc board, the head of the Motorsport Capri registry went to the original graphics company and they still have them all.

If it were me, I would grab a set while they are still available.

With only 30 made, it is good to see another one being looked after.

-Mike

Mike... if you have any contact info... LMK... Thanks in advance...

[86lx]

Wow, i didn't figure they were still available. I'd definitely snatch up a set, or 2

[negusm]

What is available today may not be tomorrow.

I have "waited" many times to buy this NOS piece or that NOS piece only to find it discontinued a month or two before....

Honestly, if you were thinking about repainting the outside of the car at any point, I would grab a set of decalse and store them safely away. $280 seems cheap for a big ass set of those decals.

Looking at the car, you might not get away without repainting it.

-Mike

[onebad93LX]

Thanks Mike!!

[83rsturbo]

Boy thats one sweet find looks good

[onebad93LX]

Wow, thats a nice find.

The graphics can be had for something like $300 from the original company. Go over to the asc board, the head of the Motorsport Capri registry went to the original graphics company and they still have them all.

If it were me, I would grab a set while they are still available.

With only 30 made, it is good to see another one being looked after.

-Mike

Kick Ass!!! Decal kit is on it's way... Details:

1985 DETROIT GRAND PRIX
MERCURY CAPRI PACE CAR GRAPHICS

**COMPLETE SET OF GRAPHICS CONSISTS OF THE FOLLOWING:

QTY PER SIZE DESCRIPTION COST
2 4” X 8 ¼” FORD MOTORTSPORT (MERC/LINC) FRONT FENDER
10.29 EA
1 3 ½” X 59” MERCURY MOTORSPORT HOOD COPY (BLACK)
42.00 EA
1 2 ½” X 39” MERCURY CAPRI WINDOWBAND (WHITE)
21.00 EA
2 3” X 13.5” GRAND PRIX IV
DOORS (RED)
12.18 EA
1 1.8” X 7 ¼” GRAND PRIX IV
REAR BUMPER (RED)
8.93 EA
1 1 ¼” X 29” CAPRI REAR DECK (RED) 17.33 EA
1 .75” X 14’ STRIPING FOR REAR (RED) 10.19 EA
1 STROBE STRIPE KIT
FOR HOOD & QUARTERS (RED)

153.30 EA
1 COMPLETE SET OF GRAPHICS FOR VEHICLE
297.68 EA
1 INSTALLATION OF GRAPHICS AT OUR FACILITY

183.75 EA
1 STROBE STRIPE (HOOD ONLY)
63.00 EA
1 STROBE STRIPE (SIDES ONLY)
128.01 EA
We can accept the following forms of payment, Master Charge, Visa or American Express. Orders can also be shipped U.P.S. C.O.D. for and additional fee.
MICHIGAN RESIDENTS ADD 6% SALES TAX.

8/03/04

[negusm]

BTW, you can have them install the graphics. I would recommend that when/if you paint the car and put the new graphics on it.

-Mike

[onebad93LX]

BTW, you can have them install the graphics. I would recommend that when/if you paint the car and put the new graphics on it.

-Mike

For $183.75 you betcha!!! I will most likely trailor the car to them once I get the paint restored, or repainted.

[ZEN50]

Frank, are there specific part #'s for these pcs.? I think I'd liked to have a set of the Motorsport ones, not sure on the windshield decal yet.

QTY PER SIZE DESCRIPTION COST
2 4” X 8 ¼” FORD MOTORTSPORT (MERC/LINC) FRONT FENDER
10.29 EA

1 2 ½” X 39” MERCURY CAPRI WINDOWBAND (WHITE)
21.00 EA


Zen

[projectfox]

thats a sweet lookin capri ! i never seen one of the grand prix edition defantely a rare find ! how much did u pay for it ? :D