1970 FORD MUSTANG MACH 1 428 COBRA JET

OVERVIEW

This 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1 was initially delivered to Handley Ford in Washington, D.C and has been driven about 5,000 miles since the completion of a reportedly $80,000+ rotisserie restoration in 2013. It receives power from a rebuilt 428cid Cobra Jet V8 mated to a rebuilt C6 three-speed automatic transmission and a rebuilt limited-slip rear end. Features include power steering, power brakes, an AM radio, a newer dual exhaust system, and Magnum 500 wheels. Finished in Calypso Coral over a black vinyl interior, this Mustang is now offered by the selling dealer with restoration documentation, a Marti report, and a clear title.

EXTERIOR – FEATURES

In 2013, the SportsRoof exterior was refinished in its original color of Calypso Coral (color code 1) with a black hood stripe. The chrome and weatherstripping were replaced during the restoration process. Exterior features include a chin spoiler, a hood scoop, color-keyed mirror caps, ribbed rocker moldings, rear window louvers, a rear spoiler, Mach 1 badging, and a newer dual exhaust system.

EXTERIOR – WHEELS AND TIRES

Magnum 500 14-inch front and 15-inch rear wheels with black pockets are wrapped in 225/70R14 front and 255/60R15 rear BFGoodrich Radial T/A raised-white-letter tires.

INTERIOR – FEATURES

The cabin is fitted with black vinyl bucket seats with knitted inserts (trim code 3A) up front and a bench in the rear, matched to the door panels, dash pad, and carpeting. Additional amenities include power steering, a Philco push-button AM radio, a heater, woodgrain trim, Ford-branded rubber floor mats, and a trunk-mounted full-size spare tire. According to the selling dealer, this car came equipped with air conditioning but the system has been removed.

INTERIOR – GAUGES

Instrumentation includes a 120-mph speedometer and supporting gauges for the fuel level, coolant temperature, oil pressure, and voltage. The five-digit mechanical odometer has rolled over and reads 1,430 miles, which equates to 101,430 miles.

ENGINE AND TRANSMISSION

The Q-code 428cid Cobra Jet V8 was rebuilt, equipped with new internals, and upgraded with headers and a performance camshaft 5,000 miles ago. Recent maintenance carried out in spring 2023 included an oil change, a chassis lube, and a battery replacement. Power is sent to the back wheels via a rebuilt C6 three-speed automatic transmission and a rebuilt nine-inch limited-slip rear end with 3.73:1 gears. The selling dealer notes that the transmission retains its cast iron tail shaft.

UNDERCARRIAGE

Handling is assisted by power brakes.

ADDITIONAL DETAILS

The selling dealer has provided a three-minute walk-around video below that shows the exterior, interior, and engine bay while the vehicle idles. Restoration documentation and a Marti report will come with the purchase of the car.