Vehicle Description
The 1971 Ford Torino already looked like a muscle car that commands
respect. But this low mileage example really earns its awe with a
numbers-matching block Cobra Jet V8, a close-ratio four-speed
manual, tach, and plenty of other options.
Ford may have had the Torino as an intermediate car in '71, but
this design was made to own the road with its size. The extra-long
hood, pillarless hardtop profile, and fastback-style rear gives
this an absolutely intimidating presence. Heck, the sharply pointed
front end looks like it wants to spear a Chevelle as it muscles up
from behind! The whole package is done nicely for maximum
aggression. Up front, the bright chrome bumper shines to make the
blackout grille look even darker by comparison. And the rear has
one of the best integrated rear spoilers of the era. This Ford even
gets the speedy details right, like the Cobra badges and Mag 500
wheels with correct center caps. The burgundy paint was an upgrade
later in life, and it so it has quite a nice shine. It's a great
color because it has the appeal of red that has gone over to the
dark side. Plus, it coordinates nicely with the black performance
pieces, like the Cobra Jet hood scoop, matte black hood stripe,
blackout rear panel, and louvered rear window cover.
The upgrade to maroon exterior paint was also a wise move, because
it looks so nice against the factory-correct ginger tan interior.
The odometer is believed to reflect actual mileage at averaging
less than 850 miles annually, and such low mileage means little
time to wear out the nice color. This really is a terrific-looking
time capsule, right down to the working AM radio. And while you'll
love this for its complete and clean vintage look, you're also
going to want this hardtop for how much of a driver's machine it
is. You get high-back bucket seats, a center console, power
steering, and a dual spoke steering wheel that gives you a good
view of the extra wide speedometer and special ribbon-style
tachometer. That last one goes particularly well with the Hurst
shifter.
One of this coupe's best options you'll spot on the included Marti
Report is the 429 cubic-inch Cobra Jet V8. So it will make you
quite happy to pop the hood and see the numbers-matching CJ big
block with four-barrel carburetor staring back at you. It's an
important motor, and so they made sure it looks quite tidy. Ford
blue on the engine block, finned valve covers, correct decals, and
that shaker scoop on top all add up to a show-quality engine bay.
It fires up with authority, and the V8 runs with the kind of
quality that tells you it has been maintained properly. The dual
exhaust lets everyone know you have a big block lurking under the
hood. And you have full control over the big power and thunderous
soundtrack thanks to the close-ratio four-speed manual
transmission.
The sale comes complete with the right paperwork, including the
factory buildsheet, original warranty card, owner's manual, and
Marti Report. This is a special and powerful Ford that is true
muscle car royalty. Call now!
