Vehicle Description
Maxmotive is excited to present this highly original unrestored
1979 Ford Mustang Pace Car. During the 1970s, there wasn't much for
Mustang performance fans to brag about. But in 1979, Ford
kick-started the future Fox-body boom with a special midyear model
that commemorated the Mustang's selection as the official pace car
for the Indianapolis 500. To take advantage of the honor, Ford
introduced a run of Indy Pace Car editions, each matching the
actual pace car with Pewter Metallic paint, black lower body
treatment and orange, red and black graphics. Only 10,487 were
built, including 5,970 with the turbocharged 4-cylinder just like
this unrestored example with only 42,860 miles. Highly original,
the low-mileage Indy Pace Car still has its original paint, pace
car graphics, interior and 4-speed transmission, as well as a
believed to be matching-numbers 2.3L turbo engine. Showing what
could be done with the Mustang's new Fox-body platform, Ford
updated the pace car with a large air dam with driving lights, a
hood with non-functional cowl scoop, and a rear spoiler, all of
which would find their way onto future Mustangs. Ford also upgraded
the interior to include Recaro bucket seats with mesh headrests,
and black and white, patterned, cloth upholstery. The car has been
recently serviced and the carburetor and turbo induction system
have been rebuilt, and reproduction Michelin TRX-spec tires were
installed in 2021. Documentation includes the original window
sticker, Deluxe Marti Report, build sheet and receipts. See more
pictures of this beauty at Maxmotive.com ********** DISCLAIMER
MAXmotive specializes in collectible classic and custom vehicles.
We have more than 200 vehicles in our collection and have sold
dozens nationwide and even overseas. We recommend that all buyers
who are unable to view a vehicle in person have a pre-purchase
inspection done prior to purchase. Inspections can be performed by
an independent party selected by the buyer. Due to the age and
uniqueness of these special vehicles, it is difficult to cover all
aspects and characteristics of each vehicle?s condition within the
limited space available. Thus, pre-purchase inspections are helpful
to all parties involved. The information provided for this vehicle
is presented to the best of our knowledge, and is deemed reliable.
But MAXmotive does not warrant or guarantee this information as a
basis for purchase. It is the responsibility of the buyer to make a
thorough inspection to determine the suitability of the vehicle
prior to purchase. **********
