Vehicle Description
In the Mustang world the word Boss is synonymous with extreme
performance and big collectability. And when you throw the name
Carroll Shelby into the mix, you're talking about running straight
up a value curve that just won't quit. This 1970 Boss 302, equipped
with rare Shelby dual-quad induction, is a fully documented,
magazine-featured award winner that's considered the ultimate small
block Mustang. What's more? It's mostly original body and rare gold
over black color combo was recently ground up restored by the
experts at Santa Barbara Muscle Cars in Santa Barbara, California.
If you're a prospecting enthusiast who's looking for long-term
gains via a pristine example of one of the finest pony cars ever
produced, this world class Boss is the classic you've been
craving!
BODYWORK/TRIM
One of two identically optioned Boss 302s sold through Jefferson
Ford in Fayetteville, Tennessee, this awesome pony car is a rare,
magazine-featured award winner. Not too long ago, its solid body
was the beneficiary of a thorough restoration that primed bare,
mostly original metal for a correct and glossy coat of Bright Gold
Metallic two-stage. Once that even pigment was buffed to an
excellent shine, a full array of factory war paint tapped into an
aggressive demeanor that's both classic and fitting. And today, the
car sits as a revered collection of well-aligned panels and ridged
character lines that presents a stunning, show worthy
appearance.
For 1970 the Mustang received a smoother body, a less aggressive
face, a flat rear valence and a variety of balanced trim tweaks.
The idea was to tame looks that some believed were hindering sales
and better the car's performance in crucial SCCA Trans Am events.
At the leading edge of this super slick Boss, a correct,
Mustang-branded grille hangs bright halogen headlights between
familiar 'fender fins', a pristine bumper, clear parking lamps and
an aggressive chin spoiler. At the top of that grille, a solid
Mustang hood leads the eye to like-new glass that's framed in
satin-finished wipers, correct sport mirrors and straight stainless
trim. At the sides of that glass, re-fashioned fenders combine with
chrome-trimmed marker lamps and classy chrome door handles to
provide an aggressive, yet finished appearance. And at the back of
those fenders, a Satin Black valence anchors an ornate fuel filler
and segmented tail lights between a correct decklid spoiler, a
fresh "MUSTANG" script, a second pristine bumper and wide-set
reverse lamps.
ENGINE
But hey, never mind all that talk about how pretty the trim is,
what really matters is under the hood! Never disassembled, and
still churning to factory specifications, the car's 302 cubic inch
Windsor small block utilizes Cleveland-style heads, a race prepped
crank, a solid lifter cam, heavy duty rods and forged pistons to
create over 290 horsepower. At the top of the Ford Blue mill, a
finned and "COBRA" branded air cleaner feeds two Holley 4-barrels
that are seated on a big Shelby intake. In front of those Holleys,
a traditional points distributor sequences fire between an Autolite
coil, an Autolite voltage regulator and fresh Autolite Radio
Resistance plug wires. At the sides of that distributor, long-tube
headers funnel spent gases into a menacing, side-exit exhaust
system. And in front of those headers, a tagged radiator sends
water around a big fan via pliable hoses and tight screw clamps. As
you can probably tell, the raucous engine has been trimmed in
chrome and crowned with sweet aluminum valve covers. That bejeweled
appearance contrasts well against Satin Black fenders and a full
array of decals. And everything, from the car's correct Autolite
rev limiter to its tagged Autolite Sta-Ful battery, looks 100%
authentic and complete.
DRIVETRAIN/SUSPENSION
Aesthetically, the bottom of this clean Ford has been restored to
the same high standards as its striking exterior and pristine
engine compartment. Behind the motor, a wide-ratio 4-speed spins a
correct Traction Lok differential around competent, road-ready
gears. Holding that awesome drivetrain off the ground is a
correctly restored suspension which mixes fresh paint with new Koni
shocks. At the ends of that suspension, standard manual steering
combines with power front disc and rear drum brakes to provide
competent track capability. Overhead, clean, oversprayed floorpans,
the only place the car has ever needed new metal, look solid and
ready to show. In the middle of those floors, a fresh true-dual
exhaust system pipes roasted dinosaurs through an H-shaped
crossover and thin, glasspack-style mufflers. At the sides of that
exhaust, mirrored Magnum 500s twist meaty 245/60R15 BF Goodrich
Radial T/As around galloping horse center caps. And everything,
from this Mustang's stainless fuel tank to its factory sway bars,
is fully sorted, ready to show and itching to go!
INTERIOR
Inside this blue oval beaut, a correct black interior features
freshly re-covered seats and simple stainless accents that blend
seamlessly with the car's awesome exterior panels. Everything from
the tight headliner to the fade-free carpet appears
restoration-fresh. The dash is loaded with rebuilt and re-chromed
gauges, features a correct stereo, and looks good in wood trim
that's as vivid as the day it rolled through the showroom. At the
floor, a traditional Hurst T-handle rides inside a stylish,
hard-lined console. In front of the driver, a Rim Blow steering
wheel spins a bright wood rim around a tri-color Mustang emblem.
Behind the passengers, a completely restored trunk features a
correct jack, correct lid decals and a collapsible spare tire. And,
like most first generation Mustangs, this Boss' design and
detailing is impressive proof that 60s-era Ford definitely employed
some of the industry's best designers.
PROVENANCE
According to Kevin Marti of Marti Auto Works, this super rare coupe
was bolted together in Metuchen, New Jersey on November 28th of
1969. Here's a thorough breakdown of the car's original door data
and optional equipment:
DOOR DATA:
SERIAL NUMBER: 0T02GXXXXXX
0 - 1970 model year
T - Built in Metuchen, New Jersey
02 - Mustang Sportsroof
G - 302 cubic inch, 4V Boss engine
XXXXXth Ford vehicle scheduled for production at Metuchen
11/69 - Assembled in November of 1969
63B - Mustang Sportsroof
K - Ford #3340-A Bright Gold Metallic paint
EA - Black Clarion Knit/Corinthian Vinyl bucket seats
S - 3.50 Traction-Lok axle
5 - 4-speed, wide-ratio manual transmission
28 - Louisville Ordering District
OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT:
Rear deck spoiler
Chrome Magnum 500 wheels
F60x15 belted, raised white letter tires
D�cor Group
Console
AM 8-track stereo
4-speed, wide-ratio manual transmission
Traction-Lok differential
OUR SALE INCLUDES THE FOLLOWING DOCUMENTATION
An Eminger invoice
An original owner's manual
An ownership history that dates back to 1989
Service records that span the early 90s
A stack of restoration receipts
Photos of its re-paint
A reproduction window sticker
A copy of its feature in the March, 1995 edition of Muscle Car
Review
A framed copy of Muscle Car Review that's signed by Larry
Shinoda
A Deluxe Marti Auto Works Report