ASC McLaren Fox Body Coyote Swap | Project Mercury Rising Full Series Video

If you have been following along with our Project Mercury Rising, you have seen the total transformation of this ASC McLaren Fox Body from its days as a worn-out daily driver to a fully restored, coyote swap show car. Watch the full series in this all-in-one video!
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0:00 | A Fox With A Foundation
4:51 | Disassembly Required
9:10 | Body Builder
13:57 | Primary Colors
18:45 | Piece By Piece
24:18 | If You Build It...
29:20 | Final Destination
35:09 | The Reveal
43:06 | The Hank Huisman Interview
43:54 | Wrap Up Of The Entire Build
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[@SuntJack]

As a eastern european this video makes me smile.. this is the American Spirit! You go guys! Love ya!

[@danakraushaar3606]

The fact that some are now starting to restore gems from this era, makes me feel old! Lol.

[@ewallacestudent1]

me too, feel your pain.

[@kalel33]

What really makes you feel old is that during the 80's people were restoring 60's Mustangs and Camaros as classic hot rods, but yet, they were only 20 years old. That's like someone restoring a '99 Mustang as a classic car. An '85 Capri is just ancient compared to those Mustangs and Camaros in the 80's.

[@peterschancel7223]

Makes me think of my 1984 5.0 Fox Body Capri My 1979 Trans Am My 70's Boggy Van my 260 Z Datsun with triple Webers my 1970 Cougar GT my Cutlass Rocket 68 . I wish I had them all. back like the years in between them.

[@00GrnGT]

@@kalel33 lol I'm restoring a 99 new edge..🤣

[@florida1492]

I was saying the samething to my sons about 1960s mustangs in the 80s. I also had 2 Capri RS a 1979 RS in my teens, and a 1985 RS in my early 20s. I miss my 1985 RS.

[@TeamJesus515]

The attention to detail and execution, speechless. 10/10

[@dereklacey1]

That was really great! You made him the happiest man on the planet for sure.

[@TainoSurfer03]

I love what you did. I've being in bed, mad, hating everybody because of my back pain. This video appear in my KZbin, saw it and made a smile on my face. Thank you so much for this.

[@latemodelrestoration]

Thank you, we hope you get to feeling better too!

[@inspire_greatness7464]

Fantastic build! Fantastic story!

[@latemodelrestoration]

Thank you so much!

[@kaileysweeney4240]

World’s most expensive fox body Mercury. The interior sound insulation was mind blowing. Far better than any new car. That’s an amazing automobile.

[@jasonheadbangerplatinumeli2221]

the look on his face was priceless good job LMR

[@DavidJSmith-hl6kb]

Great Video!...I am a former owner of a 1985 Mercury Capri RS 5.0 with Dark Red Metallic and Gray Cadding Bottom Trim on the Exterior and Gray Luxury Sports Cloth Interior with the Red Trim Sports Seats! (The Mercury Capri had a Higher End Interior than the Mustang IMHO!). It was a 5sp and the previous owner had replaced the Bubble Glass Hatchback with a 85 SVO Hatchback with the Dual Split Rear Spoiler!...I kept it mostly Stock at the time, but I put some 50 Series BF Goodrich Radial Tires on the Factory Wheels and a Yellow Koni Lowering Springs and Shocks Kit! I miss that 85 Mercury Capri RS 5.0 it was the last year of the Carbureted 5.0 (302ci.) engine and first year with Factory Headers!...I also liked the Unique Front End with the Built-in Front Spoiler and Fog Lamps! The 1985 ASC McLaren Mercury Capri was a Next Level Up from my 1985 Mercury Capri RS 5.0L, but they both were Unique Capris!...God Bless America! BTW!...I really like the Idea of the 5.0L Coyote engine Swap, I had the same Idea to do to mind as well!

[@pplace993]

I had an 86 Mercury Capri w the fuel injected 5.0!!! Loved that car!!

[@Locoandchooch]

That just ripped my heart out. Nice boy to do that for his uncle. 👍🏼 we need more good people in this world like that.

[@latemodelrestoration]

Uncle Ted is like family to all of us at the LMR family.

[@2K8Si]

Absolute passion in this build. I am in AWE. Wasn't a big Capri fan before this video... I have been converted! Pure excellence.

[@latemodelrestoration]

Thank you so much for your kind words.

[@bizzleb3002]

Man that Capri bad to the bone. Awesome build!

[@latemodelrestoration]

Thank you very much!

[@superscort57]

That's a great build. Awesome you guys did that

[@latemodelrestoration]

Thank you!

[@mattfarahsmillionmilelexus]

Without a doubt, the best looking Fox Capri in history. You guys did an amazing job, there isn't one single area of the build that could be improved. It brings tasteful to a whole new level.

[@latemodelrestoration]

Thank you very much!

[@PaulSter]

Absolutely outstanding build. Landan - an impeccable job. You're a great presence on camera.

[@latemodelrestoration]

Thank you for the great feedback, PaulSter! Glad that you enjoyed watching this humble journey. -Landan

[@nbowling10trio]

Ugh, I had a set of those metric wheels. They take metric tires which were extremely expensive. Sold them for scrap and picked up some GT rims from local junk yard. absolutely beautiful build! One of the better ones I've seen in awhile

[@latemodelrestoration]

Yeah, these metric wheels were not the most popular option made.

[@chaz3603]

Not only is this a beautiful one of one Fox body but more importantly it’s a heartfelt build to restore a loved ones vehicle.

[@laddanator]

My first car was a 84 Capri! I've always loved those cars! Hands down the best build on a Capri I have even seen....good job, guys!

[@latemodelrestoration]

Thanks!

[@yankeetraveler1118]

Mine was an '82 RS 5.0

[@samhouston1673]

Had a '79 and an '83 Capris. Loved the heck out of those cars. Much better looking than the 'Stang and the 4 wide fender flairs made it easier to put on the big meats. Congrats to the Team to keep this beautiful car alive and give Uncle Ted back his dream car.

[@shanedingz]

That is one of the most stunningly beautiful Fox bodies I’ve ever seen.

[@pedrorodrigueziii4859]

Shannon is everything that's beautiful about car appreciation, family, and determination. What a beautiful machine, but an even more beautiful bond between this uncle and nephew.

[@meatbeansandcheese]

I like that the host's hair matches the orange decals on the car so well.

[@TheRamGuy]

What an absolutely beautiful car. Very few cars blow my mind but this is one of the few

[@anthonyjason9550]

This video and the whole project was incredibly moving to me. My Father was into hot rodding and custom builds his entire life until I was born and the business and family took precedence. I’ve never had an opportunity to enjoy a project with him, but have seen pictures of him and his builds from the 60’s-70’s and dreamt about it my whole life. He sadly ended his own life in August of 2014 and I’ll never be able to make my childhood dreams a reality, but watching this video made me envious of the love this family shares! The reveal made me tear up with sheer joy as I imagined what it would be like to do this for my Dad. My Dad, the man who never cries, would be rendered tearful and the hug he would give me would be the warmest ever. I want to thank you guys for putting this together. While I can’t mimic this for my own Father, I can experience it by watching you pull off this beautiful, most meaningful project. Family is everything and you showed us all how dedicated you are to yours! One day, I hope to have a son and we can have special projects of our own, and maybe know that my Dad can look down upon us and smile!

[@latemodelrestoration]

Hey Anthony! Thank you so much for sharing your story with us. If you don't mind, shoot me an email to landan(at)lmr(dot)com Thanks! -Landan

[@theoutlawpoet2024]

Anthony, I know this is a very late reply but I wanted to say this anyways. Sorry for your loss. I lost my father to Cancer back in 2012 the day before Thanksgiving. I spent 6 weeks in Hospice care with him every night. I got no sleep, wrecked two cars within 2 weeks of each other. One was a 2001 Mercury Cougar he gave me. It was too much to fix so I scrapped it. The other was an S10 pickup but it was minor damage. That experience changed my life forever. I became a Male Nurse instead of an A.S.E. Master tech with adv diag. and many more credentials. We had restored a 1967 Cougar together. My mom and I are like water and fire. She kept that car from me until just recently. It was supposed to be mine gifted to me. Recently, my older brother passed away. I finally convinced her the car belonged to me. I had to pay her a tidy sum but I do not care. She needed the money and the car is where it belongs. I am now 45 yoa with no heirs. I have 3 male nephews and 1 of several nieces that may inherit this car. I look forward to seeing which one falls in love with it like I did. Your story got me thinking about mine. I know they are different but family life is a doubled edge sword. I am thankful we both will likely get to build relationships because of something as "trivial" 😉 as an old vehicle. I would love to hear if you have any kids yet and if not any nephews or nieces to share this bond with. I wish you well, sir. I hope you get the fulfillment you are looking for out of life. I can tell you are a good soul, brother. Peace

[@kenlombard3269]

I salute all that made this resto mod happen. You're good people and that was fine work.

[@latemodelrestoration]

Thank you! We really appreciate the kind words!

[@IcelanderUSer]

I’ve always loved these mercury fox cars. Especially these asc mclarens. Love the rear end and fenders.

[@leedonoway7796]

Uncle Ted is ONE LUCKY MAN!!! What a Awesome Build.

[@smavtmb2196]

Love this project Im watching it for the second time in 3 years, back then forgot to comment. This is too late so no one is going to read this, but just got to say that's the best looking Capri I'v ever seen. Surprisingly amazing color combination. Looks fantastic Better than new. Wish it was mine

[@ronaldarchibald2506]

Beautiful car. I have owned one fox body and it was a capri. Always liked the flared out wheelwells so much better on the mercury.

[@denmorin]

Either someone's cuttin an onion or I'm a car guy.

[@latemodelrestoration]

Someone is cutting onions I swear!

[@denmorin]

;)

[@CrazyFunnyCats]

Den Morin 🧀

[@markokorhonen2882]

what a breathtaking car

[@craig_ramjet990]

That body style would make a sick rally car. This ACM reminds me so much of the 1980's cars that were fun to drive.

[@robertmenger3230]

this guy is very good at telling the mclarens story.

[@latemodelrestoration]

You should go check out this video kzbin.info/www/bejne/j5XNdn6Mr86tmrc

[@86mustanggt]

That Capri is gorgeous! My first car was a 1979 Mercury Capri with a V-6. When I graduated high school my parents bought me a car and I wanted to get a Capri RS when I went to the dealership I found out they did not make it anymore so I went to Ford and got a Mustang GT. Even to this day nothing looks much better than 1986 Mercury Capri RS with that bubble window in the back just a gorgeous car.

[@chopper6464]

I am a GM guy. My friend had one of these cars in the 80's (sadly stolen) and it was a blast to drive. This restoration was top notch. Great job guys!

[@Mechanickirk]

The most bad ass Capri ever! If only Mercury built them this good.

[@6bt_str864]

See, now these are the vids that 45m seemed like 15m. At 52 I'm on my 8th fox/3rd coupe. Great job ladies and gentlemen.💪

[@latemodelrestoration]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@theoutlawpoet2024]

The car is phenomenal, but the family/friend bond is better still. My hats off to all of you!

[@clintondavid525]

Baddest Capri of all time. So sick!

[@latemodelrestoration]

Thank you!

[@oneswtlx]

LMR killed it. Well done all!

[@latemodelrestoration]

Thank you Tommy! This project was a blast for all of us.

[@peterz22thomas5]

That was my dream car as a teenager in the mid 80s. So badass.

[@billymania11]

The amount of love that went into this restoration is unbelievable. The results are of course superlative. Truly a work of art. Good job everybody!

[@welcometoreality3450]

Really happy to see how 84 -86 fox body cars are doing so well in the market

[@mechanicforlife9468]

Great job on the Video! Great job restoring this car to better then be for! Great family!

[@1981mclaren]

The blue on orange ASC McLaren Capri is of my most favorite cars of all time. That blue is so amazing accented with the orange and love those flared fenders! I almost bought a blue ASC back in the 90s and still regret not pulling the trigger but was able to pick up an 86 Capri GS 5.0 which was a blast. Nice job LMR uncle Ted's reaction is priceless!

[@mr.nonederful3314]

The only car I ever owned that I actually wish I still had. I've been waiting for someone to do a proper resto/mod on one these. Amazing work guys.

[@johnhunker2461]

I have a 1982 mustang gt. Me and my dad were working on rebuilding it however in 2005 my dad lost his battle with cancer. I still have the car and I'm hoping to get it finished by the summer of 2021 in his memory. I'll be in touch with you LMR for a lot of parts. Thank you for bringing faith back in me for being able to find resto parts.

[@latemodelrestoration]

John, Those builds are the best. They are heartfelt and truly beautiful. We look forward to doing business with you and helping with your build. Give us a call with any of your Foxbody needs, we will be happy to help out!

[@jm361]

Well played Shannon and crew well played! Awesome build! Thanks for sharing yalls hard work, skills and passion!

[@tekkietekkie]

this is the best restoration video i have seen on youtube, amazing job !!!

[@goodluckwithallthat]

incredible. i love stories like this. the emotions pass on to every genuine soul who watch. the love that went into that build is the real winner here. life is precious guys and it goes by fast. if you're reading this, don't waste yours being negative. you don't understand how important it is to live your best life, so clean up your acts and live it to the hilt! you'll regret it when you get old if you don't start now.

[@shaunpc2512]

Man I’m so envious right now, I have always wanted one of these cars to add to my collection. They are such a beautiful machine and the finish of this is truly stunning.

[@reggiewysinger1954]

If you're still looking,I might know where one is

[@shaunpc2512]

@@reggiewysinger1954 Hi Reggie, I'd absolutely love one but I'm based in the UK so it's unlikely that I'll be able to get hold of one without it costing me an arm and a leg.

[@fogtown3027]

Shaun PC Sucks for you mate 😂

[@mikel724]

I've owned dozens of Mustangs and Capris. I have ALWAYS had s special place in my heart for the Capris! I would LOVE to be able to do a restoration on one of these. How cool!!!!

[@traekiser213]

That’s about the sickest resto I’ve ever seen

[@paultucker1272]

What a fantastic story..............well done to everyone involved! :)

[@colonelcatastrophe4821]

Can't stand fox bodies, but he'll yeah,that's a very nice one and put together with love and pride! !! Bravo, great job!

[@rayjay8322]

Great Story and a simply beautiful car!

[@fords4life914]

I actually got teary eyed...it was joy...thats awesome

[@robertrishel3685]

Outstanding! The attention to detail...it’s absolute art! Beautiful!

[@latemodelrestoration]

THANK YOU!

[@charleshenson4183]

OMG.....This is SO incredibly awesome!!!!!

[@ewallacestudent1]

One of the best restoration vids I've seen yet. Good job! Nice looking car.

[@scottjames6037]

Bought 1 new in 1986. Fun car and I should have kept it. Great video.

[@jeetendrabhandhoo3786]

I've always hated the foxbody. But this build is so good, it change my mind.

[@dustingibson2407]

That's an amazing story. I have a soft spot in my heart for those fox body Capris. My Dad built one for my stepbrother. It was a bit unusual, as I remember him putting a 300 I6 in it with a 4 spd. It was a blast to ride with him.

[@2006kalipso]

beautiful car, a lot of hard work and love went into it.

[@latemodelrestoration]

We appreciate the kind words!

[@andrewshaun874]

It difficult to find projects to swap in a legendary ford Race Lima 2.3 turbo. This 85 caprice would look Hot as hell in that little engine!!! ♨️♨️♨️.

[@mowler8042]

The before and after is really impressive what a beautiful job you guys did.

[@kristophergram1530]

Love that your doing non mustang builds! Hopefully you will begin to expand your list to Thunderbirds and cougars of the fox platform!

[@jolivas1437]

This is awesome. Always liked these Mercury Capris. Would see a few rolling around in the late 90s. My first car was an 86 GT so I really liked the 5.0. Still do.

[@chaleowin7732]

Wow, that was awesome. Something to enjoy in his later years. I wish I could do something like this for my dad. What a great looking car.

[@cheetoz6902]

I was so touched by this that it drew tears to my eyes . As for my dad and I built a 93 fox gt from ground up . And just after he was able to go for a ride with me a couple of times , he left us all to go to heaven . But this truly shows the love of great people doing great builds for the love of true Mustang heartedpeople. I can't say or express the feeling of love that was regenerated (never ever lossed)about my father and I. LMR cuts to all of you involved especially Shannon on a AWESOME 1 OF A KIND LOVE FILLED BUILD!!!!!. I WRITE ALL OF THIS WITH TEARS OF JOY . MAY GOD BLESS ALL OF YOU!!!

[@toddhildebrand6057]

Utterly SENSATIONAL!! Awesome work!

[@latemodelrestoration]

Thank you. A lot of hard work went into this project.

[@HELIXGHOST]

I gotta say it. Amazing job . Car is gorgeous.

[@commonnons3ns316]

My first car was a 84' 5.0 Mercury Capri RS. I loved that car. It was completely stock besides the Crager Mags bullet hole style. Beautiful machine and I've never seen one like it before or since then. This video has brought a tear to my eye.

[@jerryknoell8014]

I watched each episode of this build. That is 1 sweet build! Most of the parts on my car has come from lmr. Let Shannon know I for 1 will always shop there 1st, before anywhere else. Oh just a quick note, there's still a ton of oe parts we'd still love for him to be able to get his hands on for us.....lol.

[@tmseh]

Cool story. Sick motor. That smile he has driving that car!

[@latemodelrestoration]

Thank you for your kind words.

[@jimanastasio192]

Super job guys! I had an '82 Capri with the 5.0. It was so sweet when new. I raced the crap out of it but it met it's end (for me) in a collision with a deer in 1988. I sold it to an auto body tech who repaired it but I lost track of the car 25 years ago. I wouldn't doubt it's sitting on cinder blocks behind a barn somewhere.

[@raserx63]

Uncle Ted drives it a few years, parks it in a field ....

[@fredwilliams7893]

Yea there's people actually like that. Sad! Some cars never stay alive cause of it!

[@samsonian]

I believe that’d be a hangin’ offense.

[@99Vood99]

What's to stop him from parking it in a field again? He simply might be too old to have interest in cars. :(

[@samsonian]

99Vood99 in such case he wouldn’t be RUNNING A SHOP...also, if he sold that thing in current shape it would be worth over $150k to the right buyer; those things were rare as hen’s teeth before time did its part; not to mention the crate motor, modern susp., etc.

[@comethiburs2326]

@@samsonian it's worth LESS because it's no longer a og paint, og engine car. full rebuilds like these are valuable for 50+ year old cars.

[@vMaxHeadroom]

What an amazing car, an amazing build and so much great hard work put in and so deserved! Well done LMR!

[@hialeahe818]

I used to hate that rear bubble window on the capri now I think it really fits the car. Love the end result btw.

[@sportunage]

I’ve never been a mustang guy but I’m definitely a car guy and damn it! That is one beautiful mustang! Absolutely gorgeous. These guys are trying to convert me! Awesome story too.

[@justaskforbobdesign]

Amazing!! congrats such a beautiful job and result! In Mexico that model was sold as Ford Mustang, in the year 2000 i bought one model 1984, they are so beautiful line, and such a reliable and tough cars! the only downside was always the interiors and the insonorization but beyond that such a nice car, im glad to see this one restored in such an amazing way, i always dreamed to do that to my car!

[@iambrian6601]

Sweet video, beautifully built car. Mercury, that’s a name you don’t hear everyday. Even if it was just a Mustang with a little makeup it was still a pretty damn good looking car.

[@MrDejast]

I just purchased an 89 ssp mustang, and this video has given me such inspiration and motivation. And with the help of LMR, I hope I'll have a finished car as good as this gem. Thanks in advance.

[@hothatchpa]

I can’t express how happy this made me on many levels. Good people in this video.. and the fact that they did this to a very rare ASC McLaren Capri is outstanding. I always liked the bubble butt Capri but they never got the love and respect they deserved... UNTIL NOW!

[@billiondollardan]

This is really cool. I had never heard of a Mclaren trim before

[@leonardovalladares4315]

thats really dope clean asc mclaren capri sick build badass car .Lmr did a good job

[@JamesPhieffer]

I've always loved those 80s Fox bodies - especially the 85-86 Capri RS. Beautiful. Now I want one.

[@crevis12]

What a beauty.. love everything about it

[@joshish9884]

The quality of the work on this car is otherworldly. Absolutely unbelievably.

[@calvinberendes5960]

MAN THE COMMITMENT OF THIS GUY BEING DISTANT FROM HIS UNCLE FOR 2 YEARS!!! God I wouldn't be able to do that but I'm glad this gem of a video popped up on my feed. I want to do this one day for my dad.

[@waitemc]

Work of art shannon

[@latemodelrestoration]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@tri-countylexuspartsdept.6663]

Epic build, epic car and one hell of a reveal! Awesome video for an amazing car and guy!

[@tn18977]

That is the by far the sexiest Fox body I have ever seen

[@omartriplett]

I love the work that you guys did on that Mercury.

[@latemodelrestoration]

Thank you Omar, we appreciate your positive feedback!

[@roknroy1]

an astonishing work of art and engineering! [die hard chevy guy]

[@conradtestamark6142]

This is Awesome! Bring Tears to my eyes, had me very emotional. Very Beautiful story.🙌🏼🙌🏼👍👍👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 I think I want a car like that. Awesome job guy's lmr.

[@20JK10]

Nice to see lesser known cars being restored.

[@latemodelrestoration]

Thank You - it is always nice to work on projects like this.

[@streetsweepa46]

I have a 88 t-top in a color combination ive never seen. It needs so much work! It was originally my dads car in the early 90s. He bout it with less than 20,000 miles on it. He gave it to me when I turned 15 but it had computer issues and it’s been sitting since about 2000. Boy, if I ever hit the lottery the budget to restore my baby would be endless to get it to this caliber! #foxbodynation

[@therealist4006]

Absolutely amazing!!

[@yankeetraveler1118]

Let Uncle Ted know that if he gets tired of that Capri yet again that I will happily store (use and take loving care of) it for him. That has got to be the most beautiful Mercury I have ever seen. Well done.