Listed on eBay, this 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1 offers the kind of honest, unpretentious appeal that’s hard to find today. According to the seller, this bright orange fastback is powered by its matching-numbers 351 Cleveland 2V V8, backed by an FMX automatic transmission and a 9-inch rear end—a classic combination for anyone who appreciates Ford’s golden era of muscle.
The ad describes the car as running very strong and super reliable, suggesting it’s not just a static display piece. While the seller doesn’t provide an exhaustive list of recent work, that level of confidence implies it’s been kept in decent mechanical condition. These Mach 1s have always had a reputation for being stout drivers, and the Cleveland-powered cars in particular deliver a satisfying mix of torque and sound that defines the early ’70s Mustang experience.
A new set of Magnum 500 wheels with fresh tires has been added, keeping the classic period look intact while ensuring the car is ready to roll. Those wheels are almost inseparable from the Mach 1’s image—few things capture the era’s attitude better than the five-spoke design.
The seller notes that the floors will need attention, which isn’t unusual for unrestored Mustangs of this vintage. Floorpan replacement is a common job in the Mustang world, and with reproduction panels readily available, it’s the kind of fix most shops—or capable home restorers—can handle. Otherwise, the car appears to retain much of its original character, making it an appealing candidate for a rolling restoration or preservation-style project.
The orange exterior and black interior combination fits perfectly with the Mach 1’s performance image. In 1970, the Mach 1 trim meant more than just good looks—it added functional and visual upgrades like performance suspension, special badging, and that unmistakable muscular stance.
With just 49,160 miles shown, this Mustang might still have plenty of life left in it. The fact that it’s described as a matching-numbers example only adds to its appeal for collectors looking for an authentic car to either enjoy as-is or restore to its original glory.
For anyone who’s wanted a genuine, V8-powered Mach 1 without the inflated price tags of trailer queens, this might be the right opportunity.
Would you restore this one or keep it on the road just as it is?
I would drive it…..
I’d be skeptical of the description of this car. It barely has any information, the pictures do not show rust prone areas and some look to be framed to minimize areas of wear such as the cracked dash pad. The dealers website says they offer restoration and mechanical work it shows a row of lifts with cars on them. If lifts are available, why are there no pictures of this car on one? Why are there no pictures of the engine compartment, it’s well known if there is bubbling rust on the tops of the inner fenders fore and aft of the shock towers it’s a sign the undercarriage will have significant rust. This car needs a thorough, in person inspection prior to purchase.
Steve R
The wheels might be brand new to the car but on closer inspection they’re only shiny. Then again why would a ‘survivor’ need new wheels after 50K miles? The seller does indicate the car needs new floors after 49K miles. The exterior sheet metal appears pretty much flawless after 49K miles in the images. For $32 kilobucks a potential buyer should look elsewhere.
Yes a dealer, no engine photos, a dash and two clock photos, but no other interior photos.
Agree, this vehicle is suspect, but have come to expect that from dealers. As an aside, never understood why Ford would put the 2V Cleveland in the Mach 1, a model marketed as a performance vehicle. I guess they wanted to make them easier to use as a daily driver?
“Cleveland-powered cars in particular deliver a satisfying mix of torque”
I beg to differ about Clevelands making torque. I’ll take a Windsor for the street any day.
The 1970 Mustang brochure lists the 351 250hp 2V engine as standard for the Mach 1. Kevin Marti would know what the actual production totals are for the various engines.
As far as I know a mach1 didn’t come with a 2v for 1970.
Yes, it did come with a 2 barrel
Too bad it doesn’t have the 4bbl shaker, best part of the 70 IMHO. Personally not showing a pic of the engine says more than showing a pic of the engine. It has the rest of the bells and whistles, sports slats, spoiler, hood pinny thingies. I’d put this thing in the air for a good look see before I plunked down 32K.
i forwarded some of the comments and he added a video of the mustang on a lift:
https://youtu.be/LHp_1wAUIeE?si=xjUKcebQgAh13lBb