Vehicle Description
Chassis No. 0F05R114501
Today one of the most famous names in the Mustang world, the Mach 1
originally debuted for 1969, as a still higher-performance variant
of the GT with a 351, 390, or 428 cu-in V8 under the hood of a
SportsRoof fastback coupe. Each example came with a matte black
pin-locked hood with scoop, as well as competition suspension,
chrome gas cap and exhaust tips, and most often fitment of rear
window louvers and spoiler. Most desirable was the version fitted
with the 428 Super Cobra Jet V8 with the Drag Pack, including a
steel crankshaft, larger 427-style connecting rods, forged pistons,
adjustable rocker arms, oil cooler, and heavy-duty Toploader
four-speed transmission delivering its power to a nodular rear end
with special gearing. This engine continued in availability into
the 1970 model year, which also saw the introduction of dual-beam
headlights, recessed taillights, and lightly reworked bodywork,
striping, and badging.
According to its Lois Eminger gate release, which is included in
the file, this particular car was sold new to the Ford Motor
Company and assigned as a "Special Purpose Vehicle," for use to
Public Relations likely in the Los Angeles area.
Both the gate release - extending over two pages! - and an
accompanying Marti Report note that the car was delivered with the
"R-code" Super Cobra Jet V8 with Drag Pack, four-speed close-ratio
manual transmission, power front disc brakes, quick-ratio power
steering, "rim blow" tilt steering wheel, AM/FM Deluxe stereo
radio, intermittent windshield wipers, tachometer, tinted glass,
and California emissions equipment. The body was finished in Bright
Blue Metallic with a black hood stripe, "Shaker" hood, rear window
"Sport Slats," and rear deck spoiler, as well as blue knit fabric
and vinyl bucket seats. Altogether the roster of equipment adds up
to some $1,550 in options on a $2,600 car. Indicative of the car's
apparent significance, it is noted as having been produced on 2
October 1969, actually on schedule, rather than the delayed build
often seen on Marti Reports.
The car was superbly restored by a former owner and is very
correctly finished, with original spot welds still visible
underneath and a stainless-steel exhaust system fitted, as well as
proper equipment including the correct air cleaner snorkel, vacuum
advance, and oil cooler for the Drag Pack option. Only the wheels
have been changed, to chrome Magnum 500s, while the rear slats and
spoiler are mirror-finished as is not often seen, although this may
have been a peculiarity to this Public Relations "special." At the
time of cataloging, it had recorded 49,519 miles.
This is an especially rare and desirable example of the famed Mach
1, lavishly optioned and designed to impress from the moment of its
construction.
Collection Guarantee Disclosure
Please note that as part of a larger collection to be offered at
live and online auctions, the Consignor of the Gateway Collection
has been guaranteed a minimum price for certain cars, including
this Lot, by Broad Arrow. Depending on the final Hammer Price
obtained for those Lots, Broad Arrow may benefit financially.
