Powershift 19 Report post Posted July 8, 2014 (edited) 1970 Mustang Mach 1 351 C Top Loader 4 speed 9” diff with 3.25 gears 351C, Shaker, Top Loader 4 speed, 3.25 geared 9” This Mustang is a genuine 1970 Mach 1, and it was rotisserie restored in 2001 by the previous owner. It’s been garage kept since restoration, never having spent a night outdoors. The car was originally an H-code (351W, 2V) with an automatic, and painted Lime Metallic. But, the car was upgraded during its full restoration to an M-code (351C 4V) and 4-speed transmission, along with being fully repainted in white. The car has only added approx. 12,000 miles to the clock since restoration. Once I took ownership the car was taken into a late 60’s Trans Am inspired theme. The 351C engine has an original Shelby Motors 351 Cleveland aluminum 4-barrel intake manifold, and features a Holley 650 carburetor, and an original Ford Shaker assembly. The engine starts, runs, and drives very well, and doesn’t make any unpleasant noises. The engine features Ford 351C exhaust manifolds. The Top Loader 4 speed transmission features a Hurst shifter, and T-handle. The transmission functions smoothly, with easy shifts, and quiet operation. The clutch engages strongly, and actuates smoothly via an original style Ford Z-Bar linkage. The 3.25 geared 9” rear end has no clunks, or other odd noises. The aluminized H-pipe exhaust system features two Flowmaster Mufflers, with 2.5” tail pipes, and has a nice muscle car sound, without being too loud. The brakes have recently been upgraded using complete Disc brake conversion kits from “Street or Track”. The front brakes are giant 13” two piece brake rotors, featuring large powder coated black 4 piston road race brake Calipers, and 3” ARP wheel studs. The rear brakes are Street or Track 11.65" two piece road race Discs, and powder coated black 2 piston Ford brake Calipers, as well as 3” ARP wheel studs in the axles. The front and rear two piece brake rotors all feature Billet Aluminum race hubs, safety wired fasteners, and race series gas vented Rotors. The Master Cylinder was custom selected by Street or Track for the size brake pistons used on the front and rear of this car. The manual brake effort is very easy, and the car has amazing braking power. The 17” wheels on the car are V48s, from Vintage Wheel Works, and sized 17X8 in the front, and 17X9 in the rear. The tires are Nitto 555, and sized 255/40 fronts, and 285/40 in the rear. There are NO tire rub issues. The 3” long T-6061 aluminum, acid washed, and hard-anodized racing lug nuts were custom made for the V48 wheel seats, and emulate the lengthened lug nuts used on 60’s road racecars. The rear leaf springs were replaced using a custom set of 200lb race springs from Maier Racing. Bilstein shocks from Maier were also used in the rear. Front springs are true 620 rated units, and lower the front of the car approx. 1.5”. The ride is firm, but not harsh. The handling is great for a 40+ year old car. The original Mach 1 seats were replaced for a set of SCAT Pro Car seats. These seats feature modern support, with a vintage appearance. The leather wrapped steering wheel is from LaCarra, and features a Billet hub mount. The original rear window louvers were replaced, with a custom made set of window straps. These straps emulate the window straps required by late 60’s Trans Am race series cars. Removal of the louvers also opened up the rear view from the car dramatically. The straps mount to the car using the factory mounting positions used for the rear window louvers. No extra holes were drilled. The paint and body of this car are in excellent condition, having been garage kept, and covered, since it’s rotisserie restoration. The floor pans are perfect, as are all the body panels of the car. The only flaw in the paint is a very small hairline paint stress area (approx ½” long) on the top of the left rear quarter panel. This car gets attention anywhere it goes. The stance, and appearance, is reminiscent of late 60’s race car. I purchased a business a couple years ago, and my free time to enjoy the car is nearly non-existent. I don’t have to sell, or really want to sell, but if the right buyer is ready for a great Mach 1.... I will let it go. $35,500 PM if interested Edited August 6, 2014 by Powershift Quote Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
