Vehicle Description
This matching-numbers 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1 is one of nine
produced with the Twister Special Package and is powered by a 351ci
Cleveland engine paired with a 4-speed manual transmission. Of 96
Twister Specials produced, this example is the only 351ci 4-speed
known to exist and one of 14 of the original 96 to retain its
original matching-numbers engine and transmission. Finished in
Grabber Orange over black, this matching-numbers example is
equipped with the Instrumentation Group, a Traction-Lok
differential, front and rear spoilers, rear-window slats, fold-down
rear seat, power steering, 14-inch wheels wearing Goodyear Polyglas
tires, front disc brakes and Stereo-Sonic tape system with AM/FM
radio. This example was shipped new to C&F Motors in Oswego,
KS, and was purchased by the second owner out of Parsons, KS, on
October 17, 1980. Afterwards, it was brought to Milwaukee, WI, and
much of the Twister Special striping and decals had been removed by
the original owner. The car also saw a minor restoration by Supreme
Auto Body in Oconomowoc, WI, as it was in original condition. This
example has spent the last 42 years with the same owner and was
showcased in hundreds of car shows. It's been featured in
magazines, such as Mustang Monthly, as the only known 351ci 4-speed
known to exist throughout the years. Terry Fritts, known as "Mr.
Twister" and founder of the Twister Special Registry, used this car
over the years to document the Twister Special's originality.
Documentation includes original handwritten letters between Terry
Fritts and the second owner of 42 years, exchanging photos and
documentation to help document original Twister Specials. In
2011-12, the car underwent a more extensive restoration.
Afterwards, it was kept at the owner's home in the family room as a
showcase through early 2023. This car was started religiously and
taken around the block a couple of times a year. Documentation also
includes a Window Sticker and Elite Marti Report, along with the
original Build Sheet, owner's manual, restoration photos, magazines
with car features, "Mr. Twister" handwritten letters and receipts
going back to 1980. It also includes a Kansas license plate from
the purchase in 1980, and original photos from the Kansas City
International Raceway on November 7, 1969, for Total Performance
Day for dealer distribution. ** PREVIEW
