Mach 1

No Reserve: 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1

This is the car that sounded the death knell for the First Generation Mustang GT. Well, not this car specifically, but the Mustang derivative wearing these badges. It is a 1969 Mach 1, and its overwhelming success robbed the… more»

460-Powered 1971 Ford Mustang Mach 1

Ford created the Mach 1 in 1969 to generate more interest in the Mustang which had been declining in sales. It was largely an appearance option that could be combined with some muscle under the hood if the buyer… more»

Original Paint: 1970 Ford Mustang Mach 1

First Generation Mustangs that land on our desks at Barn Finds often fall into two categories. Some need significant restoration work, while others have received that level of attention. This 1970 Mach 1 is an exception because it is… more»

Highly Optioned Driver: 1973 Ford Mustang Mach 1

The buying public knew that the First Generation Mustang had reached the end of its production life by 1973 and that a new, smaller model was waiting in the wings for 1974. Overall sales had dropped consistently since the… more»

Restore or Preserve? 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1

Many enthusiasts will argue that any classic is only original once and that preservation is preferable to restoration if the vehicle isn’t in danger of dissolving at the hands of rust issues. That brings us to this 1969 Mustang… more»

428 V8 Upgrade: 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1

The Ford Mustang got its second styling update in 1969 and it was more extensive than the one in 1967. Mach 1 was a new performance-oriented model and fastback production (that’s the only way the Mach 1 came) would… more»

Original 428 Super Cobra Jet: 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1

Although the First Generation Mustang is considered the genesis of the pony car segment, specific versions blurred the line between a pony car and a genuine muscle car. This 1969 Mach 1 is a perfect example, with its engine… more»

428 Cobra Jet: 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1

Hiding in this shed is a 1969 Mustang Mach 1 with potential. It requires a total restoration, but the original owner’s decision to order it with the beautiful 428 Cobra Jet V8 makes the effort worthwhile. There is rust… more»

Real or Clone? 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1

Vintage Mustangs may be the collector car hobby’s most cloned and copied cars. A base car can be altered to look like a Shelby, Hertz, or in this case, a Mach 1. This car may be the real deal,… more»

Spotless Driver: 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1

It is a debate that will undoubtedly span the ages. Which is the better ownership prospect, an original survivor or a spotless driver-grade classic? That is the one posed by this 1969 Mustang Mach 1. There is no questioning… more»

351/4-Speed: 1972 Ford Mustang Mach 1

It can be easy to underestimate the importance of documentation, but it can unlock some crucial information about a classic car. Take this 1972 Mustang Mach 1 as a prime example. Only the included documentation reveals the significant cosmetic… more»

Big Horse Project: 1973 Ford Mustang Mach 1

Mustangs, Camaros, Suburbans, and many other cars were produced in “generations”, with the shift from one to the next demarcated by styling, engine size, platform, rebadging, or any combination of these. The Mustang was introduced midway through 1964 as… more»

No Reserve Driver: 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1

When a classic car owner embarks on a project build, there are two approaches they could take. A faithful restoration would recapture the car’s youth, while custom touches could make the vehicle seem timeless. The faithful path also means… more»

No Reserve Project: 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1

I admire the honesty of some people, including the person selling this 1969 Mustang Mach 1. Although they state it is essentially solid, when it comes to the subject of its needs, they use the word “everything.” The supplied… more»

$55,000 Invested! 1973 Ford Mustang Mach 1

It has been said that for an enthusiast to make a small fortune out of a classic car, they sometimes need to start with a large fortune. Restoration budgets have a nasty habit of blowing out, leaving the owner… more»

351/4-Speed: 1969 Ford Mustang Mach 1

It seemed to be something of a trend for Ford. When it unveiled the Mustang to a breathless world, buyers made a beeline to their local dealership to park one in their driveway. It was a similar story in… more»

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