Vehicle Description
1970 Ford Maverick
In the past, (although some still practice it), livestock branding
was a thing. It involves putting a mark on livestock for easy
identification by their owners or to enable others to know who owns
which livestock. However, in livestock management terms, a Maverick
is an unbranded range animal. This inspired the "Maverick"
nameplate on the Ford model. Also, in writing it, Ford adopted a
stylized format that resembles a cattle's head, the Longhorn to be
precise.
For consignment, a not oft seen and I believe our first one in this
house of eye candy's hallowed halls, we give you a 1970 Ford
Maverick. This was considered an early muscle car and a response to
the more compact cars that were flooding over from Europe and
Japan. Our example has a Boss 302 engine, single 4-barrel carb and
some snazzy 15-inch Cragar chrome wheels with larger rear rubber.
Read on my Motorhead Mavericks.
Exterior
Let's start with a Pinto-esque front end only beefier, have it race
rearward on the bottom and a chrome bumper to frame the egg crate
grille, a bumped hood, trimmed wheel wells a fastback, small trunk
deck, a flat back panel with horizontal rounded corner tail
lighting and backup combos, and another finely preserved rear inset
chromed bumper with dual exit exhaust just below. Window trimmings
are all nicely showing off their chromed bling, and gaps are very
consistent. In reference to those Cragar chrome 5 spoke wheels we
see 165R15's upfront, and on back 275/60R15's which are just a
"smidge" larger! This renegade, (actually Maverick), is all bathed
in blue which shows no rust on any exterior surfaces and has a nice
shine overall.
Interior
In true blue oval fashion and for the period being the early 70's
there is a consistency in the design of all the models from this
year that says it's a Ford. Embossed panels in black vinyl house
the door actuators, arm rests and window cranks. This car is just a
bit larger than the Mustang, so these doors are just a bit more
accommodating than the Mustang for those of a larger height and
stature. Inside is a full bench in front with a split back. This
shows also in black vinyl and has smooth bolsters outside and some
faux woven vinyl panels for the inserts to have just a bit of
texture when you enter. In the back is a full bench stretching from
side to side. The simple yet effective dash design uses 2 deep set
round gauges that are within a curved upward and outward dash
front. This gives the illusion of the gauges being oval when they
are actually round. The remainder of the dash front is black
painted solid metal with a single ash tray that hinges down to
accept your smoking waste. Below the dash front is an aftermarket
AM/FM/8 track player. In the hump in the middle is a Hurst shifter
which resides in a sea of black carpeting which is in nice
condition with no fades or major staining. Above is a nice tight
black stretched vinyl headliner.
Drivetrain
Under the hood is an all buttoned up Boss 302ci V8. This had cast
aluminum ribbed valve coverings and a thin new chromed air cleaner.
Underneath this cleaner operation is a 4-barrel carburetor and on
the back is a Doug Nash 5-speed manual transmission. The rear axle
is a Ford 8 inch.
Undercarriage
No rust surface or otherwise, and just a nice slightly dulled
coating underneath on the unibody construction and floor pans.
Independent coil springs are upfront, and leaf springs with
traction bars are on back. Disc brakes for the front, and drums for
the rear. Raptor mufflers give this car a very nice sound from the
Boss.
Drive-Ability
This Maverick fired right up and led us to the test track where it
showed off its prowess and 302 cubes. It accelerated nicely,
handled well and had bias free panic stopping as well as solid
regular braking. All functions were working and in order.
My first Maverick description in my over 3 year history at Classic
Auto Mall and this one is a fine example with a beefed up engine,
nice interior, and rust free exterior, all looking much like the
original, save for the racy wheels and tires. Why not come on down
and have a look at a bit larger than the Mustang, a bit sportier
than the Pinto, and snazzier than the Fairlane, this rabble-rouser
Maverick is turn key and take off!
VIN DECODE
0X91T391643
0-1970
X-St Thomas Ontario, CA Assy Plant
91-Maverick
T-200ci I6
391643-Sequential Unit Number
Classic Auto Mall is a 336,000-square foot classic and special
interest automobile showroom, featuring over 600 vehicles for sale
with showroom space for up to 1,000 vehicles. Also, a 400 vehicle
barn find collection is on display.
This vehicle is located in our showroom in Morgantown,
Pennsylvania, conveniently located just 1-hour west of Philadelphia
on the I-76 Pennsylvania Turnpike. The website is
www.classicautomall.com and our phone number is (888) 227-0914.
Please contact us anytime for more information or to come see the
vehicle in person.
