Vehicle Description
With an exterior meticulously configured to pay homage to the top
tier Mustangs of its era and a strong running heralded engine
rumbling away under its distinctive hood, this 1973 Ford Mustang
Mach I Tribute is one fine classic ride. Its curb appeal makes an
immediate impact and, as it pulls into its next lucky owner's
garage, it will be packing a sizable stack of documents supporting
the work and expense that have gone into elevating it to top form
and keeping it that way.
As the '70s were reaching their midpoint, a substantial fuel
shortage was still in Detroit's rearview mirror, prompting Ford to
transform its most recognized model from muscle car to compact only
a year after this '73 rolled out, and this specimen represents the
last of its generation in well-adorned, period correct style. Its
magnetic red paint, accented by a blackened hood, presents nicely
and all those hallmark details of the Mach Is of the era are on
board and looking sharp, from the contrasting black air dam and Ram
Air scoop up front to the rear window louvres and spoiler perched
on the deck lid. This Pony also cuts quite an appearance from the
side, where the full impact of its signature Sports Roof profile
can be taken in. Clear, precise badging provides an effective call
out to its muscle car inspiration and the exterior alignment on
this classic really looks strong.
The color scheme inside the doors matches the exterior and makes
for one very compelling driving environment. The pair of high
backed buckets and rear bench seat sport sharp, well-fitted covers
and when you glance inside, you'll notice that there's quite a bit
of leg room on hand in back - a nice by-product of a generously
proportioned cabin. Unlike many of its counterparts, this Mustang
sports a rear seat that folds down just as intended, substantially
increasing available storage space. An added woodgrain steering
wheel provides just a touch of tasteful customization, while the
dash area just beyond it is in very solid shape, with a clean,
crack free dash pad spanning the width of the cabin, a period
correct JVC AM/FM/Cassette stereo providing the tunes and an
assortment of original gauges in good working order. This Pony left
the assembly line with air conditioning on board and the vents and
controls are still in place, but the system will require some
attention to get the feature back online.
The well-detailed engine compartment has a thoroughly period
correct appearance and features a 351 cubic inch Cleveland V8 - one
of Ford's most coveted vintage powerplants - at its center. The
engine is armed with an Edelbrock Performer intake manifold and
Summit 4-barrel 750 carb and looks especially sharp dressed in its
properly painted blue block and air cleaner. It teams with a
4-speed manual transmission navigated via a Hurst shifter that puts
maximum control of its power in the hands of the driver and the
clutch action on this classic strikes a great balance - not so
tight as to make shifting gears an exercise, but not so loose as to
feel sloppy. By many accounts, Ford led the pack during this era as
far as the responsiveness of its power steering, so the navigating
is easy and the stops come quick via power brakes that position
discs up front. 15" Magnum 500 style wheels wrapped with Goodrich
T/A Radials provide just the right finishing touch.
This 1973 Ford Mustang Mach I Tribute is a skillfully built and
well-outfitted representative of a pivotal muscle car model and its
rock solid running condition and magnetic curb appeal make it an
absolute standout. Call today!