566 Horsepower! 1970 Ford Mustang Fastback

Some sellers make bold claims about their classics, but they don’t stand up to scrutiny. However, that isn’t the case with this 1970 Ford Mustang Fastback. The seller supplies images of the dyno sheet in their listing, confirming that the 502ci V8 hiding under the hood churns out enormous amounts of power and torque. The reality is that the monster V8 could easily transform the back tires into smoke if the driver isn’t gentle with their right foot. The seller has listed the Mustang here on eBay in Hot Springs National Park, Arkansas. They set their BIN at $36,900 for this potent classic.

First Generation Mustang sales continued to fall following the banner results of 1966. The 1970 model year saw 190,727 cars roll off the line, a drop of over 33% compared to 1969. The biggest challenge facing the Blue Oval was market saturation. The Mustang started life with virtually no competition. However, by 1970, buyers seeking alternatives could choose from a Pontiac Firebird, a Chevrolet Camaro, a Plymouth Barracuda, or a Dodge Challenger for their pony car fix. Therefore, the decline in sales was unsurprising. This 1970 Mustang Fastback presents beautifully in Bright Blue. The paint shines impressively, and there appear to be no genuine cosmetic shortcomings. The seller refers to an extensive restoration, suggesting that rust shouldn’t be an issue. The trim and glass are excellent, and the hood scoop and front spoiler add a sense of purpose. The car rolls on sparkling Magnum 500 wheels, and once you discover what hides under the hood, you will probably agree that it needs every inch of rear rubber to apply the power to the pavement.

If there truly is no substitute for cubic inches, this Mustang is a winner. It is unclear which motor originally occupied the engine bay, but it honestly doesn’t matter. This beauty now features a 502ci V8 from the fine folks at ATK High Performance Engines. It is no shrinking violet, as it overflows with desirable components from Edelbrock, SCAT, Melling, and Holley. A brief online search confirms that the 502 represented an investment of approximately $11,000, and it was worth every penny. The seller provides copies of the dyno sheets in their listing, confirming power and torque figures of 566hp and 600 ft/lbs. The seller supplies no information surrounding the rest of the drivetrain, but an automatic transmission handles shifting duties. Potential buyers can consider the Fastback a turnkey proposition. The seller describes it as “strong-running,” stating that it has serious power. Somehow, those words don’t surprise me.

The seller’s cosmetic TLC extended beyond the paint and panels, with the interior presenting extremely well. Trimmed in Black vinyl, there is no visible wear, and even the grille on the dashpad has avoided the typical cracks. The console is excellent, and the sports wheel is in good condition. The buyer doesn’t receive luxuries like air conditioning or a radio, although the column-mounted aftermarket gauge cluster confirms the builder focused almost exclusively on performance. It is clean and purposeful, leaving scope for the buyer to add a stereo to relieve boredom on long journeys.

If we ignore the enormous hood scoop, it is fair to say that this 1970 Mustang Fastback is a sleeper. The wheels and front spoiler add a sense of purpose but offer no insight into the monster lurking beneath the hood. Placing a value on any modified classic is challenging, but given the seller’s investment in the V8, I believe their asking price is quite reasonable. The impressive listing statistics confirm the Mustang has generated significant interest, but are you tempted to hit the button to become its new owner?