In 1970, Ford built 7,014 Boss 302 Mustangs with an average sticker price between $4,300 and $4,700. Today, depending on condition, history, and restoration quality, a true Boss 302 typically ranges from about $31,000 for a project to over $150,000. So, if you can’t afford a real one, a clone may be your best option. You can find this clone here on eBay. At the time of writing, the high bid of $10,200 didn’t meet the reserve. It is located in Dallas, Texas, and bidding ends Friday if you’re interested.
According to the seller, this factory Mustang Sportsroof was made to look like a Boss 302 back in the early 2000’s. Unfortunately, it doesn’t look garage-kept, as the clear coat is failing in large areas, and the bumpers show some pitting. Ford’s new Grabber colors for 1970 were a big hit with buyers, especially for performance image cars like the Boss 302. The three Grabber paints (blue, orange, and green) accounted for nearly 30% of the total Boss 302 production. Of those, Grabber Blue, like this one, was the most popular, with 861 built.
On the positive side, it has had recent work, including a new gas tank, sending unit, and carburetor. It also has the Magnum 500 rims that were standard on the Boss 302. The interior appears to be in decent condition, though it lacks the original steering wheel and transmission shifter. The seller says it has newer-style gauges that work but will include the original gauges if you want them. It is also missing the rear spoiler that was part of the Boss 302 package.
The mileage stated in the auction is 100, so I’m assuming the seller means it has rolled over, but there is no explanation. The seller appears to be a dealer, as they have other cars for auction, so they may not know the car’s full history. If interested, I would have it inspected before bidding. I’m not really a fan of clones, but I can understand their appeal when the real version is out of reach for most buyers these days. I would be interested to know if you think this clone is worth the cost to bring it back to where it should be.
Other than the paint nothing about it represents a clone, luckily it needs paint.
Steve R