The Mustang II has always suffered when compared to its predecessors. However, the pair were from very different eras in automotive history. One was a product of the swinging 60s, while the other hit the market when tightening regulations… more»
King Cobra
Jun 3, 2024 • For Sale • 21 Comments
302/4-Speed: 1978 Ford Mustang II King Cobra
People are often unkind about the Mustang II, stating it is unworthy of wearing the iconic Mustang badge. However, history shows that, like its predecessor, the Mustang II was the right car at the right time for the American… more»
Oct 11, 2021 • For Sale • 9 Comments
Rust Free: 1978 Mustang II King Cobra
Rex M. found another gem and sent this tip to us to review. This is a 1978 Ford Mustang II King Cobra that is for sale here on Craigslist. The car is said to be originally from California and… more»
Sep 13, 2021 • For Sale • 22 Comments
Snake Charmer: 1978 Ford Mustang King Cobra
For several years during the 1970’s, the Ford Mustang deviated from its aggressive image backed by powerful performance. Here is an example of the pinnacle of that movement. It is a 1978 Ford Mustang II King Cobra…. more»
Jul 23, 2021 • For Sale • 14 Comments
Sharp Survivor: 1978 Ford Mustang II King Cobra
For sure, the Mustang II has a smaller fan base than other eras of the classic Mustang. But as we’ve discussed before, it’s not nearly as bad it’s often made out to be when equipped with the right options…. more»
Sep 9, 2020 • For Sale • 21 Comments
1 Of 547: 1978 Ford Mustang King Cobra
We have reviewed quite a few Mustang IIs here at Barn Finds but this one has to be the best one that we have come across. It is the top of the line King Cobra Mustang II built in… more»
Nov 16, 2019 • For Sale • 16 Comments
Solid and Clean: 1978 Ford Mustang II King Cobra
The 1978 Mustang II King Cobra can be accused of a lot of things, but being subtle certainly wouldn’t be one of them. The 1978 Pontiac Trans Am was considered to be pretty “in-your-face,” but the King Cobra managed… more»
Feb 22, 2018 • For Sale • 23 Comments
Long Live the King: 1978 Mustang II Cobra V8
With another King Cobra recently featured here on Barn Finds with only 17k miles, I’ll pick up on a bit more of the interesting history of this second-generation Mustang special edition. Found here on Craigslist, with thanks to reader… more»
