Vehicle Description
Gateway Classic Cars of Dallas is proud to present this
exceptionally rare 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1 T5, finished in Candy
Apple Red over a black cloth interior. More than just a classic
pony car, this is a documented example of a unique German-delivery
T5 model, one of the most fascinating variations in Ford Mustang
history. This vehicle was built at the Metuchen, New Jersey plant
and exported to West Germany as part of Ford's overseas delivery
program during a time when the Mustang name could not be used due
to copyright conflicts.In the 1960s, a West German manufacturer
held the trademark rights to the name "Mustang," which meant Ford
was unable to use the nameplate for vehicles sold in that country.
Rather than purchase the rights, Ford chose to identify the export
models using the internal design code: T5. As a result, cars like
this one received modified badging and omitted all references to
the Mustang name while retaining the same mechanical
specifications, trim levels, and performance capabilities. These
cars were sold through West German Ford dealerships or to American
servicemen stationed in Europe via military PX programs.This
particular T5 was originally purchased on May 7, 1969, by U.S. Army
Captain Thomas Reichert from the American PX outside of Wurzburg,
Germany. Captain Reichert chose the T5 Mach 1 over a Cyclone GT
based on its design and took delivery of the vehicle at the Port of
Bremerhaven. He later had the car professionally rustproofed in
Rotterdam, Netherlands. The car reportedly attracted significant
attention, with local police often stopping his wife just to admire
the vehicle. After approximately 6,000 miles of use overseas, the
car was brought back to the United States in early 1970. Since
then, it has had only two other owners: Michael Pettitt from 1985
to 1995, and John Pelletier from 1995 to 2021.This T5 is powered by
a 351 cubic inch V8 engine mated to a C6 3-speed automatic
transmission and comes equipped with air conditioning, power
brakes, power steering, aluminum wheels, AM/FM radio, seatbelts,
radial tires, and a mix of cloth and vinyl upholstery. As a T5, it
features the required unique badging and branding that replaced all
Mustang references, making it a one-of-a-kind vehicle with direct
ties to Cold War-era export policy and military history.T5 Mustangs
were only produced in small numbers, and Ford did not maintain
precise production records. Estimates suggest that fewer than 300
of these export models have been located and verified today. This
particular car's traceable ownership and early documentation make
it especially noteworthy. For collectors seeking a distinctive
variation of the 1969 Mach 1, this German-delivery Ford T5 offers a
compelling combination of rarity, provenance, and historical
importance. 1 of 1 Elite Marti Report Included.This 1969 Ford
Mustang Mach 1 is listed by our Dallas Showroom and can be viewed
in greater detail including 100+ HD pictures and an HD video at
www.GatewayClassicCars.com. For additional information, please call
our knowledgeable staff at (817)-310-9400 or email us at Dallas@
GatewayClassicCars.com. Our Dallas Showroom is located at 1250
Mustang Drive Suite 500, Grapevine, TX 76051. Hours: Monday through
Saturday, 9 AM to 5 PM CST, please reach out to set an appointment.
