Vehicle Description
1973 Ford Mustang Mach 1
There is perhaps no car more emblematic of the end of the muscle
car era than the 1973 Ford Mustang Mach 1 fastback. Begun in 1969
as a means of enabling the Mustang to compete with GM's Camaros and
Firebirds, the Mach 1 evolved as a powerful car and a big, bold
statement over the course of its abbreviated five year run. 35,440
Mach I's were produced in 1973.
For consignment, a 1973 Mustang Mach 1 with a title verified 29,791
non verifiable miles, but is housing a numbers matching 351ci
Cleveland under its long hood. For the past few years, this
generation of Mustangs have been on the uptick for collectability
although there's always been an outlaw group of enthusiasts since
the very start! This one has received some new parts both
mechanical and cosmetic and is ready to hit the show circuit this
year!
Exterior
We're sure a Marti report would enlighten us to numbers, but we
rarely see a Mach 1 in Ivy Glow, a shade of dark green that looks
fantastic on this fastback in two stage application. It's accented
with the prior year's Mach 1 taped stripes in silver that blankets
the center of the hood, runs down the side of the car with a hockey
stick shaped affair, and hovers over the rear light assembly. And
of course, Mach 1 wears the same color and is boldly displayed on
the fenders. The 1973 front grille may not have the inboard lights
of the '69, but it does have rectangular markers with corral trim
around in the center along with the running horse headed west. A
chin spoiler wraps around to visually connect with the dark green
rocker panel and things are in the true definition of a "pony" car,
with its miles long hood area, and small gracefully descending
rakish rear deck. Dual nostrils is the dominant feature on the
hood, matched in coolness by the black rear spoiler, a louvered
rear window, and the honeycombed insert between 3 part tail lights.
14-inch front and 15-inch rear Centerline wheels look sharp and
wear staggered sized 235/60R15 series tires. A couple of small
scuffs, some invasive rust on the underside of the leading edge of
the hood, notable invasive rust appearing on the underside of the
trunk lid, and a paint run drip are the only exterior
imperfections.
Interior
Inside, high back black vinyl buckets sporting some new covers with
horizontal wide tuck and roll inserts, bordered in silver are
upfront, and a 2+2 fold down seat in the rear, in black. On the
hump is the T style automatic shift lever in a sea of black
carpeting which keeps the motif dark and cozy. As we move our eye
to the angled dash we find the climate control panel topped by a
more modern AM/FM/CD radio, under a faux woodgrain panel housing
three gauges, all showing slight patina but clean. In front of the
driver the instrumentation is deep set in molded and textured black
plastic with black faces and white letters. The dash pad is
textured and in good shape and the door panels have simulated wood
inserts nicely bordered with trim and both doors present cleanly.
The headliner has areas of looseness while the trunk is uncovered
but painted black.
Drivetrain
Under the big hood, a clean numbers matching 351ci Cleveland V8
with an Edelbrock intake and Holley 4-barrel carburetor,
accentuated by Ford Motorsport valve covers over headers mounted to
the exhaust ports. Behind it, a C6 3-speed automatic transmission
sending power to the Ford 9 inch rear axle with 2.75 gears. Power
brakes are supplied as front discs and rear drums.
Undercarriage
Surface rust abounds underneath but we're not seeing any of the
invasive type. Under the engine, conditions are dry but we do not
oil on the rear differential. Dual exhaust goes from rust covered
headers to stock style mufflers, and then exit the car via two
chrome tips out back. Suspension here is configured as coil springs
up front and leaf springs in the back with traction bars. We note
the new gas tank which includes a new sending unit.
Drive-Ability
These are big Mustangs and the Mach 1 is known for its nearly
horizontal rear window. But when sitting in the driver's seat, it's
that long hood that warrants attention to mind tight turns and
narrow passageways. But we're professionals and manage to get this
Mach 1 out on the test loop, the 351 singing a melodious tone from
the exhaust and providing good power to the rear wheels in a
comfortable roomy cabin. It tracks straight, handles well, stops on
point. We note the wipers are slow, the radio is not working, the
reverse lights do not illuminate, and time stands still since the
clock is not spinning. Everything else on the list gets check marks
for functionality. While Classic Auto Mall represents that these
functions were working at the time of our test drive, we cannot
guarantee these functions will be working at the time of your
purchase.
Here's a mostly original 1973 Mach 1 in a great color, clean, well
sorted, and ready to join the ranks as a "new car" to someone in
the market. Imagine your anticipation as the shipper nears your
home, bringing your precious cargo to your front door. Who doesn't
love that moment when your neighbors come outside to see what's
emerging from the big truck on the street. And you smile with pride
as your 1973 Mustang Mach 1, the car you've always wanted, rolls
off the ramp and into your heart, and garage. Yes, it's time to
pull the trigger and pick up this very nice example.
3F05H236762
3-1973
F-Dearborn, MI Assy Plant
05-Mustang Mach 1
H-351ci 2bbl Ram Air V8
236762-Sequential Unit Number
DOOR STICKER
BODY 63R-Mustang Mach1
COLOR 4C-Ivy Glow
TRIM GG-Avocado Knitted Vinyl Buckets
TRANS U-C6 Automatic
AXLE 2-Ford 9" 2.75 Conventional
DSO 74-Seattle
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There is no guarantee of mileage. A $299 Dealer Administrative fee
is not included in the advertised price.
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