This 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1 is a stunning classic that has led a sheltered life. Purists will welcome the news that it is fully documented and that the odometer reading of 10,464 miles is genuine. It requires nothing more than a new owner and would be ideal for enthusiasts seeking something special to park in their garage. I must say a big thank you to Barn Finder Curvette for spotting the Mach 1 listed here on eBay in Naples, Florida. The seller set their BIN at $75,000 with the option to make an offer.
There is no doubt that a legend was born when Ford introduced the Mach 1 in 1969. It quickly supplanted the GT as the most desirable high-performance variant, forcing the company to retire the GT badge at the end of that year. The Mach 1 continued into 1970, undergoing minor changes in line with industry trends at the time. This 1970 Mach 1 ticks the boxes for desirability, ordered by its first owner in Grabber Orange. This classic is a genuine survivor, wearing its original paint. There is no history of repairs or accident damage, and the comprehensive image gallery confirms that this beauty is rust-free. The paint shines impressively, the panels are as straight as an arrow, and the Black highlights look crisp. The Magnum 500 wheels aren’t original, although this car features the correct spoilers and the factory Sport Slat on the back window.
Apart from some stretching on the driver’s seatcover, there isn’t much wrong with this Mustang’s interior. Trimmed in Black vinyl, the presentation is first-rate. The trim is excellent, the carpet shows no significant wear, and the woodgrain looks virtually perfect. The dashpad hasn’t crumbled around the speaker grille, and the wheel is crack-free. It is essentially unmolested, featuring the desirable Sport Deck back seat. The factory AM radio was replaced by a dealer-installed radio/8-track player at some point. However, I don’t view that change as detrimental to the car’s originality or potential value.
Amongst the comprehensive collection of documentation dating back to Day One, the seller includes a Marti Report. It confirms that the first owner teamed the H-Code 351ci V8 witha three-speed automatic transmission and power assistance for the steering and the front disc brakes. The H-Code delivered 250hp and 355 ft/lbs of torque when this classic was shiny and new. The seller confirms that the original induction system was replaced with a four-barrel carburetor and shaker, both dealer-installed. It is unclear whether they retained the original components, but locating replacements shouldn’t be difficult if the buyer craves authenticity. The car is a fully-documented two-owner vehicle that is a turnkey proposition for its new owner.
This 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1 is a stunning classic and is ideal for those seeking the finer things in life. The seller’s BIN is at the upper end of the market, but many will believe the car’s condition and odometer reading justify the price. It has been on the market for under a day and has already generated strong interest. Only time will tell whether that translates into sales success, but I won’t be surprised if it does. If a Ford classic has been on your radar, could this beautiful Mach 1 be a contender?
Wowity, wow, wow, I absolutely dare anyone to show me a new vehicle today that would generate a comment like that. In case some have noticed, I’ve turned a leaf, of sorts, and am giving feelings on automatics, or prices a rest, and want to focus on what magnificent cars we grew up with. Take this stunning ( a mini van interior not so much) vehicle. It blasts into your face with features just not seen today. Loud color, style, big V8 motor, that not many could tell what it is anyway, louvers on the back window,,,That wasn’t the case in 1969, there were all kinds of cars like this, so one particular make, didn’t stand out like it does today. One thing I can’t accept, is in 1969, this car cost about $3100 new, and there were 72,000 happy people that got to enjoy a car like this. Today, only one person, whose grandaddy invented the paperclip, will be able to do so, and I hope they rot for it. I guess I haven’t turned any leaf at all,,
I’ve never seen a car with 10,000 miles, (no matter what year, and no matter how long it set) with front suspension bushings completely worn out. Dry rotted yes, but wow. Also looks as if the oil pan has been spray painted. Look at the blue overspray on the oil filter. This car reminds me of the 1970 Mach I bought in 1980 for $1800.00. 351/4speed shaker/slat/spoiler, with 100,000 miles. And I hope you ever buys it, even if their grandaddy invented the paperclip, does not rot for it.
This 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1 is a stunning classic. That sentence says it all. With the average price of a new car nearly $50,000.00, I’m not sure that the ask is that far off? I mean, find another.
Unfortunately 70K offers a ton of other muscle car options, from ‘Cudas to Boss. Or you could buy a personal helicopter from China for that. 55K it would steal the show, somewhere in the middle it will sell.
I’d love to have it, but I’d also love to have that helicopter. Neither will happen.
First, it’s a great car. But seems weird that we are supposed to be excited about the high end price and low miles but the intake has been removed, a hole has been cut in the hood for the shaker, a rear wing has been added, wheels aren’t original and the radio is missing.
I’ve had a couple of Mach 1’s and I would love to have this one, but it’s far from original.