There are bugger all differences between the V6 and 4 cyl shells (auto & manual), but I would advise getting an early car (pre 1971). These cars had an additional chassis rail which goes cross ways under the transmission tunnel.
The biggest concern with capris is rust, particularly in the a-pillars. Go right over it an expect to do a lot of welding. Putting in a V8 isn't as easy as everyone seems to think. Try and get hold of an unfinished project where all the hard work is done, ie strengthening kit added, steering, suspension sorted. This is where all the money and hassle is.
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