Vehicle Description
With its smooth running and powerful drivetrain, muscle car
configuration and near full-size stature, this 1969 Ford Torino GT
occupies a unique niche among classic cars and would be a great
acquisition for someone looking for a head turning ride that not
only has undeniable vintage curb appeal but is also well-suited for
frequent driving.
Torinos had been a premium designation for Ford's respected
Fairlane line for some time, but as the '60s were drawing to a
close, the manufacturer chose to put an increasing amount of
distance between them and the more modestly-equipped Fairlane
variations. You can see that the Torino represents an obvious
blending of muscle car sensibilities into a more sizable form - a
sort of supersized muscle car. Besides some of the more directly
muscle car inspired styling cues, like the low profile hood scoop,
it has a more flowing shape than most of the cars of its time. The
front windshield has a pronounced angle to it, and the rear
roofline gradually descends from rear windshield to deck lid. Its
light ivy yellow paint replaces the lime color it began with. It's
a more subtle shade than the original and, as it's very close to
the meadowlark yellow color offered when this Torino was new, looks
very era-appropriate. This remains a well-put together car - its
doors and hood open and shut smoothly, its front and rear bumpers
sit nice and level and its exterior badging is intact and
well-secured.
The black vinyl interior is both well-preserved and a great example
of late '60s automotive styling. The wide-backed bucket seats that
sit in place of the more common bench seat of the time are really
comfortable, as is the bench seat in back, and both are in good
shape, with no threadbare areas or tears. This is certainly a
vintage classic ride that thoroughly lends itself to group outings,
as there's all kinds of room in back for your rear seat passengers.
Just beyond the original steering wheel sits a dash area with a
great, singular look. No fewer than four individual pods make up
the instrument cluster, whose factory-issued gauges remain easily
readable, and an AM radio sits surrounded by a wood grain panel for
just the right nostalgic vibe. The unusually spacious trunk area is
in good order - its floor is lined with Ford plaid fabric and its
trunk walls and wheel wells show no obvious dings. Even with a
full-size spare residing on the trunk floor, there's still plenty
of room for luggage.
OK, the real reason this Torino GT is special can be found under
the hood: a 351 cubic inch V8. It's been augmented by a Weiand
intake manifold, Holley 4-barrel carburetor, and an aluminum
radiator, but the rest appears to be pretty original. The stock
look is augmented by a set of chrome valve covers and air cleaner
lid, which also wears a reproduction decal. It's pretty tidy under
the hood with easy service access, even with those long-tube
headers. The 3-speed FMX transmission has been rebuilt and the
beefy 9-inch rear just shrugs it off when you hammer the throttle.
New components include a new timing chain and cover, water pump,
shocks, and aluminum radiator. A Flowmaster dual exhaust system
gives it an awesome Ford small block sound and you'll be impressed
by how tidy it looks underneath for a mostly original car. Classic
styled steel wheels offer a more sporting look than plain old
steelies and it wears 215/60/14 BFGoodrich T/A radials all
around.
This is a fun, affordable Ford that delivers in all the ways that
matter. Who says Chevy guys get all the breaks? Call today!