1971 Ford Mustang Mach 1

GR Auto Gallery is thrilled to offer this stunning, fully documented, 1971 Ford Mustang Mach 1 for consideration. This Mustang was purchased new from Spitler-Demmer Ford of Wayne, MI. This is a true “M-Code” Mach 1 powered by its 351 CID 4-barrel V8 engine, 4 speed manual transmission, and rear wheel drive. The car originally came dressed in Pewter Metallic exterior paint over black interior. Factory equipment included: Endura bumpers, ram air hood, competition suspension, high back bucket seats, console, steel guard rails, Wide Oval tires, Mach 1 sport interior group, Hurst shifter, Traction-Lok differential, power steering, power brakes – front discs, sport rear folding seat, rear window defrost, tinted glass, Magnum 500 chrome wheels, rear louvers etc.

Today, the car has been the recipient of a full restoration / refurbishment sticking mostly to the map of originality with some thoughtful upgrades. Most notably, the car is now dressed in Wimbledon white exterior paint with black Mach one accents, over black interior with red seat accents. The overall cosmetic presentation of this Mach 1 is awesome. The body fit, finish and paint all show excellent, the interior has been fully refurbished and under the hood is detailed and very tidy. Upgraded 17 inch magnum style aluminum wheels have been added.

Mechanically, this car drives awesome. The engine has been fully rebuilt with some thoughtful upgrades to included: Edelbrock intake, upgraded aluminum radiator, upgraded ignition, etc. Our short test drive turned into two full days with the car using it as an everyday driver. The motor is strong and pulls strong, the 4 speed manual transmission and clutch all works smooth and proper, the suspension and steering is tight and responsive, and the gearing is friendly in all driving conditions from city streets to country roads to highway speeds. In short, one of the best driving, stock Mustangs to have graced the floor of the GR Auto Gallery.

1971 was the first year of the third generation Mustang. Then 16 years in production, the Mustang wore many hats from reliable, sensible transportation to brutal performance and all areas in between. The lager, stretched, body style for 1971 gave the car a much more intimating look to go along with its performance brawn. It is by far the most aggressive design to this day for the Mustang and still makes a bold statement where seen or driven. Clean, high quality examples as the car here remain sought after. This Mach 1 hits the trifecta: Performance, drivability and stage presence. Documentation includes: Original window sticker, original build sheet, some original purchase papers, and Marti-Report. Do not fall asleep at the wheel when considering this car.