KEY FACTS
- This 1970 Ford Mustang Fastback is an impressive slice of classic American muscle, which presents well and features a striking Three Putt Green paint finish.
- Under the bonnet sits a 351ci (5.8-litre) Cleveland V8 producing around 355bhp, which sends power to the rear wheels via a four-speed automatic transmission.
- The odometer indicates just 46,484 miles.
EQUIPMENT AND FEATURES
- Finished in Three Putt Green with a complementary dark green leather, this Mustang cuts a very distinctive appearance on the road.
- The engine in this Fastback has been modified and produces 355bhp, rather than the standard 300bhp. This is corroborated by the rolling road printout which accompanies the car.
- This example also features a number of other upgrades over a standard Fastback, which include a 9-inch rear axle, ventilated rear brake drums, and non-original 15-inch American Racing Equipment wheels.
- It also features a non-standard exhaust which consists of Venturi exhaust manifolds, and Flowmaster 2.5-inch exhaust mufflers.
- Cosmetically, the car has a number of ‘Mach 1’ style exterior additions which include the rear spoiler, the front splitter and the hood scoop.
- Inside, the car also features a wood-rimmed steering wheel.
- It is supplied a selection of invoices, an original window sticker, some data sheets from the rolling road tests, and the car’s taxation reports and registration papers.
CONDITION
- There is no known bodywork damage.
- The Three Putt Green paintwork is believed to have been resprayed, and presents in generally excellent condition, with a few small stone chips to the bonnet and wings.
- The vendor notes a scuff on the nearside right rear body section, which is visible in the photographs. There is some light ‘road rash’ and scuffing present on the front splitter.
- The green leather interior is in good condition for its age, with a handsome ‘patina’ to the front seats. The rear seat cover does have a split seam where the transmission tunnel intersects the rear bench, though this should be straightforward to repair.
- The seller also notes that the car’s headlining could do with being replaced – though a replacement headlining is included as a spare part.
- All of the electrics and mechanicals are believed to work as they should.
- The most recent inspection of roadworthiness was in August 2020.
SERVICE HISTORY
- Its last scheduled maintenance was in January 2021 at 46,299 miles, where the previous owner carried out an oil and filter change on the car.
- The current vendor has inspected the car prior to sale and reported that there was nothing obviously requiring attention.
SUMMARY
This Ford Mustang Fastback is a smart example of the classic American muscle car, which benefits from a more powerful engine, a cosmetic overhaul, and some choice exterior upgrades to produce a bespoke classic. It presents in good condition throughout, and would make an eye-catching weekend cruiser.
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